Bodied (2018): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Bodied is a 2018 comedy drama directed by Joseph Kahn, starring Calum Worthy as Adam, Jackie Long and Rory Uphold. It runs 2 hours and earned $113,956 worldwide on a $15 million budget. It won 1 award from 1 nomination, including People's Choice Award: Midnight Madness at the TIFF 2017. Critics gave it 89% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home Free, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Director
- Joseph Kahn
- Original language
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English - Budget
- $15M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Bodied About?
The premise of Bodied without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A graduate student immersed in academia finds himself drawn into the intense world of battle rap. His academic interest quickly evolves into a consuming obsession with lyrical combat, leading him down a path filled with both exhilarating victories and unexpected controversy. As he rises through the ranks, he confronts challenges that force him to examine his own values and beliefs, sparking debate and ultimately leading to personal growth.
Bodied Themes & Keywords
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Where to Watch Bodied
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home Free, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Bodied Cast & Characters
Calum Worthy leads the cast as Adam, with Jackie Long as Behn Grymm, Behn Grym and Rory Uphold as Maya. Directed by Joseph Kahn; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Joseph Kahn
- Calum Worthy as Adam
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Jackie Long as Behn Grymm, Behn Grym - Rory Uphold as Maya
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Anthony Michael Hall as Professor Merkin
Also Starring in Bodied
· 7 more- Shoniqua Shandai Devine Wright
- Walter Perez Che Corleone
- Dizaster Megaton
- Debra Wilson Dean Hampton
- Charlamagne Tha God
- Jonathan Park
- Dumbfoundead
Bodied Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Bodied 89% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 82/100, strongest in character & emotion (88) and weakest in story & flow (60).
Bodied Echo Score Breakdown
In overall terms, Bodied stands out for its energetic satire and inventive presentation, though its narrative can feel uneven in places. Reviews frequently highlight the film’s daring approach to sensitive themes through rapid-fire rap battles and kinetic visuals, noting that the direction imbues the story with a unique vitality. Audience feedback celebrates the performances and clever social commentary, while some criticism emerges around the film’s length and thematic dispersion. The net impression is of a bold and engaging picture that rewards strong viewers with memorable sequences, even if it requires active attention to fully cohere.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 80
In terms of art and craft, Bodied impresses with its kinetic visual style and inventive direction. Critics note the film’s dynamic editing and bold stylistic choices, driving a sense of urgency in each rap sequence. While some find the pacing uneven over its two-hour runtime, the overall presentation remains striking and energized.
- Character & Emotion 88
When it comes to character and emotion, Bodied features lively performances that ground its satirical edge. Calum Worthy’s transition from subdued newcomer to confident battler garners praise for its nuance, and supporting cast members deliver spirited chemistry in their rap duels. The characters balance humor with a surprising depth, yielding emotionally engaging moments amid the comedy.
- Story & Flow 60
Regarding story and flow, Bodied offers an original premise but exhibits uneven narrative momentum. Early sequences captivate with sharp satire and tight focus on cultural critique, yet the two-hour length leads to moments where dramatic tension dissipates before climactic encounters. The plot’s ambition in exploring multiple social angles enriches the experience, even as it occasionally feels overextended.
- Sensory Experience 82
In terms of sensory experience, Bodied combines an electrifying soundtrack with crisp sound design that mirrors its battle-rap roots. The film’s visual cohesiveness and bold color palette accentuate the intensity of each lyrical exchange, while the score underscores key emotional beats. Although dense dialogue can sometimes feel overwhelming, the overall blend of sight and sound remains highly engaging.
- Rewatch Factor 88
As for rewatch factor, Bodied rewards repeat viewings through its layered wordplay and intricate social commentary. Viewers are likely to discover new linguistic turns and nuanced critiques each time, and the film’s rapid-fire delivery invites further analysis. While its complexity may demand attention, the satirical energy and memorable battle sequences ensure lasting appeal.
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IMDb 7.1 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 89% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 84%
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Metacritic 75 Metascore
User score 8.2
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TMDB 72% User score
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Letterboxd 3.4 /5
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Movie Insider 2.0 /5
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Bodied Plot Summary
What happens in Bodied from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Adam Merkin, a graduate student at Berkeley, is deeply engrossed in writing his thesis on the contentious use of the word “nigga” within the realm of battle rap. In pursuit of knowledge, he attends an exhilarating rap battle featuring renowned rappers X-Tract and Behn Grym, bringing his girlfriend, Maya, along for support. However, Maya is taken aback by what she perceives as the rampant sexism prevalent in the lyrics. Adam tries to interview Grym but soon finds himself the subject of ridicule for his academic approach.
Full summary
The whole story of Bodied, scene by scene
Bodied Box Office & Budget
Bodied grossed $113,956 worldwide on a $15 million budget.
Worldwide gross
$114K
- US & Canada
- $114K
- Budget
- $15M
Bodied Awards & Nominations
Bodied won 1 award from 1 nomination, including People's Choice Award: Midnight Madness at the TIFF 2017.
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TIFF 2017 1 win · 1 nomination- Won People's Choice Award: Midnight Madness – Joseph Kahn
Bodied Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Bodied.
How Well Do You Know Bodied?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What academic pursuit drives Adam to engage in battle rap?
Bodied Also Known As
34 alternative titles, including “Guernesey” and “The Guernsey Society”.
- Also known as
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- Guernesey
- The Guernsey Society
- The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
- ガーンジー島の読書会の秘密：2018
- Deine Juliet
- Le Cercle littéraire de Guernesey
- Guernseys litterære kartoffeltærteklub
- La sociedad literaria y el pastel de piel de patata
- La societat literària i el pastís de pela de patata
- מועדון גרנזי לספרות ולפאי קליפות תפודים
- Guernseys litteratur- och potatisskalspajssällskap
- Με Αγάπη
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- Τζούλιετ
- Друштво за књижевност и питу од кромпира с Гернсија
- The Guernsey Literary Society
- 真愛收信中
- 根西岛文学与土豆皮馅饼俱乐部
- Kirjallinen piiri perunankuoripaistoksen ystäville
- Клуб любителей книг и пирогов из картофельных очистков
- Клубът на любителите на книги, картофи и пилета на Гърнзи
- 건지 감자껍질파이 북클럽
- Krumplihéjpite Irodalmi Társaság
- A Sociedade Literária e a Torta de Casca de Batata
- Edebiyat ve Patates Turtası Derneği
- Il club del libro e della torta di bucce di patata di Guernsey
- Stowarzyszenie miłośników literatury i placka z kartoflanych obierek
- Gernsio literatūros ir bulvių lupenų pyrago draugija
- Таємний клуб Ґернсі любителів книг і пирогів з картопляного лушпиння
- Guernsey - A Sociedade Literária da Tarte de Casca de Batata
- Guernseyjsko društvo za književnost in pito iz krompirjevih olupkov
- La sociedad literaria y del pastel de cáscara de papa de Guernsey
- Gērnsijas Literatūras un tupeņmizu pīrāga biedrība
- ガーンジー島の読書会の秘密, გერნსის წიგნებისა და კარტოფილის ნათალის ღვეზელის მოყვარულთა კლუბი
- 納粹鐵蹄下的密函情書
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Bodied FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of Bodied, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Bodied?
Bodied runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was Bodied released?
Bodied was released on November 2, 2018.
Who directed Bodied?
Bodied was directed by Joseph Kahn.
More films by Joseph Kahn Who is in the cast of Bodied?
Bodied stars Calum Worthy as Adam, Jackie Long as Behn Grymm, Behn Grym and Rory Uphold as Maya, among 11 credited actors.
Where can I watch Bodied?
In the US, Bodied is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fandango at Home Free and Fuse+ and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Bodied make at the box office?
Bodied grossed $113,956 worldwide on a budget of $15 million.
How is Bodied rated?
Bodied has 7.1/10 on IMDb, 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, 75 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
What awards did Bodied win?
Bodied won 1 award from 1 nomination, including People's Choice Award: Midnight Madness at the TIFF 2017.
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