Elephant Review (2003) — 71% Celluloid Score
Directed by Gus Van Sant · 2003 ·
Is Elephant worth watching?
Yes. Elephant (2003) earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Elefante エレファント 엘리펀트 大象 Fil ช้าง
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists HBO Max in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Where to watch Elephant by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Indonesia | HBO Max |
| Japan | Hulu |
| Malaysia | HBO Max |
| Pakistan | HBO Max |
| Philippines | HBO Max |
| Thailand | HBO Max |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (74/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (68%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (70/100).
- Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Elephant worth watching?
Yes — Elephant earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Elephant — Palme d'Or at Cannes 2003. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Elephant about?
Several ordinary high school students go through their daily routine as two others prepare for something more malevolent.
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Elephant: frequently asked questions
Is Elephant worth watching?
Yes. Elephant (2003) has a Celluloid Score of 71%, 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 Elephant?
In the United States 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; HBO Max in Indonesia; Hulu in Japan; HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Elephant?
Elephant runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).
What is Elephant rated?
Elephant is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Elephant?
Elephant is directed by Gus Van Sant and stars Alex Frost, Eric Deulen, John Robinson, Elias McConnell, Jordan Taylor.
What is the Metascore for Elephant?
Metacritic's Metascore for Elephant is 70 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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