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Joker Review (2019) — 71% Celluloid Score

Directed by Todd Phillips · 2019 ·

Short answer

Is Joker worth watching?

Yes. Joker (2019) earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (88%) responded more warmly than critics (68%). See the 4 inputs.

71%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

68% Editorial Rating
88% Audience snapshot · excluded
59 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.6
8.4 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 2m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · A (India) · 17+ (Indonesia) · MA 15+ (Australia)
Cast
Joaquin Phoenix , Robert De Niro , Zazie Beetz , Frances Conroy , Brett Cullen , Shea Whigham , Bill Camp , Glenn Fleshler , Leigh Gill , Josh Pais
Streaming
HBO Max
Country
Canada
Language
English

Also known as Guasón Coringa ジョーカー 조커 小丑 โจ๊กเกอร์ Joker: Gã Hề جوكر

Where to watch

  • HBO Max

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 Joker by country

Country Streaming on
India Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar
Indonesia Netflix, Catchplay, HBO Max
Japan Hulu, U-NEXT
Malaysia Netflix, HBO Max
Nigeria Netflix
Pakistan Netflix, HBO Max
Philippines Netflix, HBO Max
South Africa Netflix
South Korea Netflix
Thailand Netflix, HBO Max
Turkey Netflix, Prime Video, TV+, HBO Max
United Kingdom Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, Sky Cinema
United States HBO Max

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

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (68/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
  • IMDb users score it 8.4/10.
  • Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is Joker worth watching?

Yes — Joker earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.

Celluloid verdict

Joker — Golden Lion at Venice 2019. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

, Founder & Editor

Audiences (88%) responded more warmly than critics (68%).

What is Joker about?

During the 1980s, a failed stand-up comedian is driven insane and turns to a life of crime and chaos in Gotham City while becoming an infamous psychopathic crime figure.

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Joker: frequently asked questions

Is Joker worth watching?

Yes. Joker (2019) 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 Joker?

In the United States, Joker streams on HBO Max with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar in India; Netflix, Catchplay, HBO Max in Indonesia; Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix, HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Joker?

Joker runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

What is Joker rated?

Joker is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, A in India, 17+ in Indonesia and MA 15+ in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Joker?

Joker is directed by Todd Phillips and stars Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, Frances Conroy, Brett Cullen.

What is the Metascore for Joker?

Metacritic's Metascore for Joker is 59 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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