Modern Times
Directed by Charlie Chaplin · 1936 ·
Is Modern Times worth watching?
Yes. Modern Times (1936) 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.
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Also known as Tiempos Modernos Les Temps Modernes Moderne Zeiten Tempos Modernos モダン・タイムス 모던 타임즈 摩登时代 摩登時代
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
- HBO Max
- YouTube TV
- The Criterion Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Modern Times by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Lionsgate Play |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video |
| United States | Prime Video, HBO Max, YouTube TV, The Criterion Channel |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (87/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (89%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (81/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.5/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, drama, romance pick
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
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Is Modern Times worth watching?
Yes — Modern Times earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, drama, romance pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
IMDb Top 250 #53 (8.5/10) — Modern Times remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Modern Times about?
A bumbling tramp desires to build a home with a young woman, yet is thwarted time and time again by his lack of experience and habit of being in the wrong place at the wrong time...
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Critic Reviews
Modern Times (1936) Review: Chaplin Versus the Machine
★★★★½
Modern Times is Charlie Chaplin's Depression-era comedy in which the Tramp battles factory machines, hunger and the law, and 90 years on it is still hilarious.
Yes. It is one of the great screen comedies, short, inventive and warm-hearted, and an ideal first silent-style film for newcomers and families alike.
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Modern Times: frequently asked questions
Is Modern Times worth watching?
Yes. Modern Times (1936) 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 Modern Times?
In the United States, Modern Times streams on Prime Video, HBO Max, YouTube TV, The Criterion Channel with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: Lionsgate Play in India; U-NEXT in Japan; TV+, HBO Max in Turkey; Prime Video in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Modern Times?
Modern Times runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
What is Modern Times rated?
Modern Times is rated G in the United States, U in the UK, 13+ in Indonesia, G in Australia and G in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Modern Times?
Modern Times is directed by Charlie Chaplin and stars Charlie Chaplin, Paulette Goddard, Henry Bergman, Tiny Sandford, Chester Conklin.
What is the Metascore for Modern Times?
Metacritic's Metascore for Modern Times is 81 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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