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Inception

Directed by Christopher Nolan · 2010 ·

Short answer

Is Inception worth watching?

Yes. Inception (2010) earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

83%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

87% Editorial Rating
91% Audience snapshot · excluded
74 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.2
8.8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 28m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12A (UK) · UA (India) · M (Australia) · 14A (Canada)
Language
English

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Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Prime Video, Apple TV+, HBO Max, Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Inception by country

Country Streaming on
India Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar
Indonesia Catchplay
Japan Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT
South Korea Wavve
Turkey Netflix, TV+, HBO Max
United Arab Emirates Shahid
United Kingdom Prime Video, Apple TV+, HBO Max, Sky Cinema

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (87/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (91%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (74/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.2/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.8/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded action, sci-fi, adventure pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Inception worth watching?

    Yes — Inception earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded action, sci-fi, adventure pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Nolan’s dream-heist landmark — Cillian Murphy’s Fischer is the emotional mark inside a nested-action puzzle.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Inception about?

    Cobb, a skilled thief who commits corporate espionage by infiltrating the subconscious of his targets is offered a chance to regain his old life as payment for a task considered to be impossible: "inception", the implantation of another person's idea into a target's subconscious.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Inception

    Inception (2010) Review: The Heist Inside Your Head

    Inception is Christopher Nolan's dream-heist blockbuster, an ingenious, spectacular puzzle that still sets the standard for smart summer entertainment.

    Yes. It is a thrilling, inventive blockbuster that rewards attention and rewatching. Ideal for fans of puzzle films, heists and big-screen spectacle.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Inception: frequently asked questions

    Is Inception worth watching?

    Yes. Inception (2010) has a Celluloid Score of 83%, 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 Inception?

    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: Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar in India; Catchplay in Indonesia; Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Wavve in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Inception?

    Inception runs 2 hours 28 minutes (148 minutes).

    What is Inception rated?

    Inception is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, UA in India, M in Australia and 14A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Inception?

    Inception is directed by Christopher Nolan and stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Cillian Murphy, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ken Watanabe, Tom Hardy.

    What is the Metascore for Inception?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Inception is 74 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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