The Highwaymen

Netflix | Release Date: March 15, 2019

7.1	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 107 Ratings

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mohamad91hkJun 7, 2019

Enjoyable movie with unbelievable story about young outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the ruthless couple that had been adored by people, and a pair of Texas Rangers Kevin & Woody who came out of retirement to catch them.

I was hoping if they addEnjoyable movie with unbelievable story about young outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, the ruthless couple that had been adored by people, and a pair of Texas Rangers Kevin & Woody who came out of retirement to catch them.

I was hoping if they add some scenes about Bonnie and Clyde, how they meet & start their operations, but the movie almost started after 2 years of their criminal operations.

The performance of Kevin & Woody is amazing as usual, the serious character that always mastered by Kevin, and Woody who always give the movie sense of humor, I think they were a perfect pair for this movie.

The movie is good at all, if you like biography movies, you will enjoy in ''The Highwaymen''.… Expand

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eva3si0nAug 21, 2019

Not a bad detective movie based on real events. The story is simple, but the whole film pulls out the cast. Woody Harrilson and Kevin Costner did a great job with their roles.

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michahsimmonsMar 30, 2019

This is a review coming from someone who knew (knows?) virtually nothing regarding the history of Bonnie and Clyde or their pursuers, the highwaymen, and equally as little regarding the movie itself prior to viewing. I'm writing this reviewThis is a review coming from someone who knew (knows?) virtually nothing regarding the history of Bonnie and Clyde or their pursuers, the highwaymen, and equally as little regarding the movie itself prior to viewing. I'm writing this review primarily as a counterpoint to the not-so-surprising low critic scores, after having thoroughly enjoyed the film myself. I feel like many such reviewers missed the point in that the best part about this movie is that it captures what once made movies great; not by what is said, but what's intentionally and deftly left unsaid (but implied), allowing the viewer to contemplate and form their own opinions as to the moral implications or significance of what is happening instead of having their hands held, being told the "right" way to view the situation. There are a few areas where I felt the dialogue went a bit awry, being somewhat inconsistent with the characters, for narrative purposes, but with the breadth of the story being told it makes sense to me. I do wish that certain areas had been fleshed out a little better, such as the main character's back stories, but again in those times this was being done, I feel the writer/director/actors did an excellent job in showing instead of simply telling, and wasted no time adding depth and believable justifications for their outlook. For some, the pacing of this movie could likely be too slow, but I greatly enjoyed it, as I felt it was intentional to give the viewer a sense of the experience of the highwaymen. It's definitely worth a watch, especially if you enjoy movies based in the 1930's/40's and aren't someone who feels the need to have a political agenda present in every movie they watch, as it seems some critics were pining for.… Expand

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jg26xxviMar 29, 2019

I was surprised by how good this movie is. I went in with no real expectations, but found myself captivated by the story. Like Titanic, most people know how the story of Bonnie and Clyde ends, but this was a great piece that shows you theI was surprised by how good this movie is. I went in with no real expectations, but found myself captivated by the story. Like Titanic, most people know how the story of Bonnie and Clyde ends, but this was a great piece that shows you the perspective of those who tracked her down. It was long, but it didn't feel too long to me, though it may to others. It was slow in that there wasn't much real action minus a few scenes that were interspersed well. I think it did a great job of presenting the history of the times expecting that the audience, or at least a portion of it, would recognize that this was the depression/dust bowl era. I think the writers did a good job of characterizing the two main people, despite what I briefly read elsewhere. I also think the writers did a good job of exposition without feeling like it was forced, and had many points at which they opted to let the story speak for itself. I think if you like history movies that don't need to have a lot of action and don't mind sitting for the 2+ hours of the movie, you will be rewarded.… Expand

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jspenilloApr 2, 2019

This was an entertaining movie. The age of the main characters, the old cars, the fedoras, what a great movie. I loved it. Who knew Kevin Costner could play such a hard a$$. And woody is just gold everything he is in I think is A+. Great andThis was an entertaining movie. The age of the main characters, the old cars, the fedoras, what a great movie. I loved it. Who knew Kevin Costner could play such a hard a$$. And woody is just gold everything he is in I think is A+. Great and entertaining movie.… Expand

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Broker2022Sep 15, 2022

Here Kevin Costner shines in one of the somewhat quieter films. Very good acting performances slowly drive the film to its climax at the end of the film. Woody Harrelson also shines as his partner in this road movie. The film captivates untilHere Kevin Costner shines in one of the somewhat quieter films. Very good acting performances slowly drive the film to its climax at the end of the film. Woody Harrelson also shines as his partner in this road movie. The film captivates until the end, if you don't know the historical ending beforehand. Well made, technically and historically well researched solid film. It's worth the time you invest here!… Expand

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MeritCobaMay 25, 2019

I liked this movie. I know there are some issues with the way the killing is portrayed. I think the general opinion is that Bonnie did not do what the movie claims she did. But this movie isn't about Bonnie and Clyde and that is why theyI liked this movie. I know there are some issues with the way the killing is portrayed. I think the general opinion is that Bonnie did not do what the movie claims she did. But this movie isn't about Bonnie and Clyde and that is why they remain figures in the distance. I sort of can live with the deviation from history.

The movie is about the two guys arranged the end of Bonnie and Clyde's crimespree. They are played by Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson. To be honest, I liked their acting and the character they played. The movie also avoids some of obvious pitfalls. Harrelson usually plays the buffoon part, but here he doesn't have to be.. even though his character remains a bit awkward.

There is even a bit of a tongue-in-cheek moment when Costner and Harrelson have to ask a group of people about the whereabouts of Bonnie and Clyde and Costner says that he isn't good with people.. and thus Harrelson has to ask.
Harrelson grunts somewhat, and then talks to a kid in a rather unusual way for him. It is nice to see him getting the chance to play such a character.

I like the movie a lot and the way the two acted. I personally think that Coster wasn't the best choice for the role, but he was good enough.

It is a pity that the movie felt as something with a small budget. And perhaps it was. This could perhaps have been a much bigger movie with the right money. The supporting cast could then have had some bigger names. But things are as they are.. and I like the movie.… Expand