Point Break
Directed by Kathryn Bigelow · 1991 ·
Is Point Break worth watching?
Yes. Point Break (1991) earns a 68% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (80%) responded more warmly than critics (69%). See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- Netflix
- fuboTV
- Peacock
- YouTube TV
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Where to watch Point Break by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| South Korea | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video |
| United States | Netflix, fuboTV, Peacock, YouTube TV |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (69/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (80%).
- Celluloid Score 68% 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 Point Break worth watching?
Yes — Point Break earns a 68% 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
Bodhi and Utah — Reeves’ undercover FBI agent opposite Patrick Swayze in Bigelow’s surfer-crime classic.
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Audiences (80%) responded more warmly than critics (69%).
What is Point Break about?
In Los Angeles, a gang of bank robbers who call themselves The Ex-Presidents commit their crimes while wearing masks of Reagan, Carter, Nixon and Johnson. Believing that the members of the gang could be surfers, the F.B.I. sends young agent Johnny Utah to the beach undercover to mix with the surfers and gather information.
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Point Break: frequently asked questions
Is Point Break worth watching?
Yes. Point Break (1991) has a Celluloid Score of 68%, 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 Point Break?
In the United States, Point Break streams on Netflix, fuboTV, 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: Netflix in South Korea; Prime Video in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Point Break?
Point Break runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).
What is Point Break rated?
Point Break is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia, 14A in Canada and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Point Break?
Point Break is directed by Kathryn Bigelow and stars Keanu Reeves, Patrick Swayze, Lori Petty, Gary Busey, John C. McGinley.
What is the Metascore for Point Break?
Metacritic's Metascore for Point Break is 58 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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