J. Edgar
Directed by Clint Eastwood · 2011 ·
Is J. Edgar worth watching?
Probably not. J. Edgar (2011) earns a 56% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists HBO Max, Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch J. Edgar by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max, Sky Cinema |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (43/100).
- Audience reception was lukewarm (42%).
- Celluloid Score 56% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Fans of Drama
Not ideal for
- Anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick
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Is J. Edgar worth watching?
Probably not — J. Edgar earns a 56% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. It suits fans of Drama, but anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Eastwood’s Hoover biopic — DiCaprio under heavy makeup as the FBI’s secretive founding director.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is J. Edgar about?
As the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career, and his life.
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J. Edgar: frequently asked questions
Is J. Edgar worth watching?
Probably not. J. Edgar (2011) has a Celluloid Score of 56%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch J. Edgar?
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; U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max, Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is J. Edgar?
J. Edgar runs 2 hours 17 minutes (137 minutes).
What is J. Edgar rated?
J. Edgar is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in J. Edgar?
J. Edgar is directed by Clint Eastwood and stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer, Naomi Watts, Josh Lucas, Josh Hamilton.
What is the Metascore for J. Edgar?
Metacritic's Metascore for J. Edgar is 59 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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