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Girl with a Pearl Earring

Directed by Peter Webber · 2003 ·

Short answer

Is Girl with a Pearl Earring worth watching?

Yes. Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003) earns a 70% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

70%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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72% Editorial Rating
74% Audience snapshot · excluded
72 Metascore
★★★☆☆ Letterboxd 3.4
6.9 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 41m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12A (UK) · 15 (South Korea) · G (Japan)
Cast
Cillian Murphy , Scarlett Johansson , Colin Firth , Tom Wilkinson , Judy Parfitt , Essie Davis , Joanna Scanlan , Gabrielle Reidy , Chris McHallem , Alakina Mann
Country
France
Language
English

Also known as La Joven con el Arete de Perla La joven de la perla La Jeune Fille à la perle Das Mädchen mit dem Perlenohrring Moça com Brinco de Pérola 真珠の耳飾りの少女 진주 귀걸이를 한 소녀 戴珍珠耳环的少女

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Netflix, Wavve, TVING in South Korea. Check local listings for your region.

Where to watch Girl with a Pearl Earring by country

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Japan Prime Video, U-NEXT
South Korea Netflix, Wavve, TVING

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (72/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (74%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (72/100).
  • Celluloid Score 70% 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 Girl with a Pearl Earring worth watching?

Yes — Girl with a Pearl Earring earns a 70% 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. Read our full review (3.5/5).

Celluloid verdict

A luminous Vermeer period piece — Murphy’s Pieter provides romantic friction opposite Scarlett Johansson.

, Founder & Editor

Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

What is Girl with a Pearl Earring about?

This film, adapted from a work of fiction by author Tracy Chevalier, tells a story about the events surrounding the creation of the painting "Girl With A Pearl Earring" by 17th century Dutch master Johannes Vermeer. A young peasant maid working in the house of painter Johannes Vermeer becomes his talented assistant and the model for one of his most famous works.

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Critic Reviews

Short review 4 min read English Girl with a Pearl Earring

Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003) Review: Painted in Silence

Girl with a Pearl Earring imagines the story behind Vermeer's famous painting, a ravishing period drama with Scarlett Johansson that is more beautiful than gripping.

Yes, with reservations. It is a gorgeous, restrained period piece for lovers of art and slow-burn drama, though its emotional temperature stays cool throughout.

Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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Girl with a Pearl Earring: frequently asked questions

Is Girl with a Pearl Earring worth watching?

Yes. Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003) has a Celluloid Score of 70%, 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 Girl with a Pearl Earring?

Elsewhere: Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix, Wavve, TVING in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Girl with a Pearl Earring?

Girl with a Pearl Earring runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

What is Girl with a Pearl Earring rated?

Girl with a Pearl Earring is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, 15 in South Korea and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Girl with a Pearl Earring?

Girl with a Pearl Earring is directed by Peter Webber and stars Cillian Murphy, Scarlett Johansson, Colin Firth, Tom Wilkinson, Judy Parfitt.

What is the Metascore for Girl with a Pearl Earring?

Metacritic's Metascore for Girl with a Pearl Earring is 72 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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