Oppenheimer Review (2023) — 88% Celluloid Score
Directed by Christopher Nolan · 2023 ·
Is Oppenheimer worth watching?
Yes. Oppenheimer (2023) earns an 88% 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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Theatrical release Where to watch
- Peacock
- YouTube TV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand
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Where to watch Oppenheimer by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Indonesia | Prime Video |
| Japan | Prime Video |
| Malaysia | Prime Video |
| Philippines | Prime Video |
| Thailand | Prime Video |
| United States | Peacock, YouTube TV |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (93/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (91%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (90/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.2/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.3/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, history pick
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
- Viewers who dislike long runtimes
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Is Oppenheimer worth watching?
Yes — Oppenheimer earns an 88% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, history pick, but viewers who dislike long runtimes may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Nolan’s towering biopic — Cillian Murphy’s haunted Oppenheimer anchors the decade’s defining awards-season epic.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Oppenheimer about?
The story of J. Robert Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.
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Oppenheimer: frequently asked questions
Is Oppenheimer worth watching?
Yes. Oppenheimer (2023) has a Celluloid Score of 88%, 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 Oppenheimer?
In the United States, Oppenheimer streams on Peacock, YouTube TV 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: Disney+ Hotstar in India; Prime Video in Indonesia; Prime Video in Japan; Prime Video in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Oppenheimer?
Oppenheimer runs 3 hours 1 minute (181 minutes).
What is Oppenheimer rated?
Oppenheimer is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, UA in India, 13+ 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 Oppenheimer?
Oppenheimer is directed by Christopher Nolan and stars Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., Matt Damon, Florence Pugh.
What is the Metascore for Oppenheimer?
Metacritic's Metascore for Oppenheimer is 90 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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