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Jagged (2021): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch

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Jagged is a 2021 documentary directed by Alison Klayman, starring Alanis Morissette. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes. Critics gave it 63% on Rotten Tomatoes and 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10. Stream it on HBO Max.

IMDb rating
7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes
63%
Echo Score
53
Metascore
62
Jagged (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Director
Alison Klayman
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
HBO
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Jagged About?

The premise of Jagged without spoilers.

This documentary chronicles Alanis Morissette's journey from a teenage pop singer in Canada to a globally recognized artist. It explores the challenges she faced navigating the music industry, confronting patriarchal expectations, and ultimately forging her own path to become a groundbreaking and influential superstar.

Jagged Themes & Keywords

· 11 tags
  • hbo music box
  • reference to the song ironic by alanis morissette
  • canadian music
  • artists life
  • 1990s music
  • tour
  • backstage
  • interview
  • reference to alanis morissette
  • reference to foo fighters
  • reference to soundgarden
Where to watch

Where to Watch Jagged

Stream it on HBO Max. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Jagged Cast

Alanis Morissette stars in Jagged. Directed by Alison Klayman.

Ratings

Jagged Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Jagged 63% on Rotten Tomatoes and 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 53/100, strongest in character & emotion (60) and weakest in sensory experience (45).

53 /100

Jagged Echo Score Breakdown

In terms of the film as a whole, the reception is decidedly mixed, with praise for its thematic premise counterbalanced by criticism of execution. Reviewers appreciate the documentary’s cultural context and the thriller’s subtext, yet note a safe directorial approach and uneven pacing. The visual and auditory elements receive modest acknowledgment, while rewatch interest varies among viewers. Consequently, the film lands in the middle of the rating spectrum.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 55

    In terms of direction and visual craft, critics cite fragmented editing and a overly cautious style, which detract from impact. Some acknowledge the documentary’s period‑specific aesthetic and occasional effective framing. User comments are split, with a few noting well‑crafted details while others find the visual rhythm disjointed, yielding an overall moderate assessment.

  • Character & Emotion 60

    When evaluating performances, reviewers highlight layered, imperfect characters in the thriller and commend moments of authentic representation. Conversely, several critics and users describe acting as average, dialogue as clunky, and emotional resonance as thin. The contrast produces a balanced view, positioning character work in a modestly positive range.

  • Story & Flow 50

    The narrative receives mixed feedback; some applaud the film’s cultural analysis and subtextual depth, while others criticize a lack of new insight and a fragmented, by‑the‑numbers structure. Users echo this division, noting both an engaging premise and confusing, predictable pacing, resulting in an average story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    In sensory terms, reviewers make limited remarks, noting occasional darkness that hampers visual clarity and a soundtrack that leans on period‑specific music without expanding the auditory landscape. While a few users praise the film’s detailed production, the overall sensory impression remains modest.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch interest is polarized: a user who has viewed the documentary three times cites enduring appeal, whereas several critics and viewers find the content forgettable or overly repetitive. The thriller’s brief runtime and unique premise generate modest curiosity, leading to a middling rewatch score.

Videos

Jagged Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Jagged.

Official Trailer
Details

Jagged Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Music Box: Jagged” and “אלאניס מוריסט: Jagged”.

Also known as
  • Music Box: Jagged
  • אלאניס מוריסט: Jagged
  • Music Box : Alanis Morissette
  • 재기드

Seen Jagged?

FAQ

Jagged FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of Jagged, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Jagged?

Jagged runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Jagged released?

Jagged was released on November 18, 2021.

Who directed Jagged?

Jagged was directed by Alison Klayman.

More films by Alison Klayman

Who is in the cast of Jagged?

Jagged stars Alanis Morissette.

Where can I watch Jagged?

In the US, Jagged is streaming on HBO Max (availability from JustWatch).

How is Jagged rated?

Jagged has 7.3/10 on IMDb, 63% on Rotten Tomatoes, 62 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.

Does Jagged have a post-credit scene?

No. Jagged has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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