Capernaum
Directed by Nadine Labaki · 2018 ·
Capernaum (2018) earns a 82% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — currently on Prime Video in India. Check local listings for your region.
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 Capernaum by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| South Korea | Netflix, Wavve |
| Turkey | TV+ |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (90/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (75/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.4/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
Not ideal for
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Is Capernaum worth watching?
Yes — Capernaum earns a 82% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
Nadine Labaki’s Beirut street epic — a child sues his parents in a raw, Jury Prize–winning cry of survival.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Capernaum about?
After running away from his negligent parents, committing a violent crime and being sentenced to five years in jail, a hardened, streetwise 12-year-old Lebanese boy sues his parents in protest of the life they have given him.
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