A Beautiful Mind Review (2001) — 75% Celluloid Score
Directed by Ron Howard · 2001 ·
Is A Beautiful Mind worth watching?
Yes. A Beautiful Mind (2001) earns a 75% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (87%) responded more warmly than critics (74%). See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- Apple TV+
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch A Beautiful Mind by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Japan | Prime Video, U-NEXT |
| Nigeria | Netflix |
| South Africa | Netflix |
| South Korea | Netflix |
| Turkey | Netflix, TV+ |
| United Arab Emirates | Shahid |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, Paramount+ |
| United States | Apple TV+ |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (74/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (87%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (72/100).
- IMDb users score it 8.2/10.
- Celluloid Score 75% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, romance pick
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
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Is A Beautiful Mind worth watching?
Yes — A Beautiful Mind earns a 75% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, romance pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Howard’s Oscar-winning math biopic remains Crowe’s prestige calling card in English-language search.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (87%) responded more warmly than critics (74%).
What is A Beautiful Mind about?
From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experiences it all. As a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, he made a groundbreaking discovery early in his career and stands on the brink of international acclaim. But as the handsome and arrogant Nash accepts secret work in cryptography, he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. His life takes a nightmarish turn and he soon finds himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery.
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Critic Reviews
A Beautiful Mind (2001) Review: Genius Given the Gloss
★★★★☆
A Beautiful Mind is Ron Howard's Oscar-winning drama about mathematician John Nash, a moving, polished biopic lifted by Russell Crowe and Jennifer Connelly.
Yes. It is an absorbing, well-acted awards drama that moves more than it probes, best for viewers who enjoy classic Hollywood biopics and don't mind softened history.
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A Beautiful Mind: frequently asked questions
Is A Beautiful Mind worth watching?
Yes. A Beautiful Mind (2001) has a Celluloid Score of 75%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch A Beautiful Mind?
In the United States, A Beautiful Mind streams on Apple TV+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Disney+ Hotstar in India; Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in Nigeria; Netflix in South Africa. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).
What is A Beautiful Mind rated?
A Beautiful Mind is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12 in the UK, M in Australia, 18A in Canada and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind is directed by Ron Howard and stars Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Ed Harris, Paul Bettany, Christopher Plummer.
What is the Metascore for A Beautiful Mind?
Metacritic's Metascore for A Beautiful Mind is 72 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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