Rain Man Review (1988) — 78% Celluloid Score
Directed by Barry Levinson · 1988 ·
Is Rain Man worth watching?
Yes. Rain Man (1988) earns a 78% 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 रेन मैन Cuando los Hermanos se Encuentran レインマン 레인 맨 雨人 Yağmur Adam Rain Man - L'uomo della pioggia เรนแมน
Theatrical release Where to watch
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Where to watch Rain Man by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video |
| Japan | Prime Video |
| Nigeria | Prime Video |
| South Africa | Prime Video |
| Turkey | Prime Video |
| United Arab Emirates | Prime Video |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video |
| United States | Prime Video, HBO Max, MGM+ |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (89/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (65/100).
- IMDb users score it 8/10.
- Celluloid Score 78% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
Not ideal for
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Is Rain Man worth watching?
Yes — Rain Man earns a 78% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick.
Celluloid verdict
Cruise’s hustler opposite Hoffman’s Raymond — an Oscar-winning road drama that cemented him as a serious lead.
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Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Rain Man about?
When car dealer Charlie Babbitt learns that his estranged father has died, he returns home to Cincinnati, where he discovers that he has a savant older brother named Raymond and that his father's $3 million fortune is being left to the mental institution in which Raymond lives. Motivated by his father's money, Charlie checks Raymond out of the facility in order to return with him to Los Angeles. The brothers' cross-country trip ends up changing both their lives.
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Rain Man: frequently asked questions
Is Rain Man worth watching?
Yes. Rain Man (1988) has a Celluloid Score of 78%, 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 Rain Man?
In the United States, Rain Man streams on Prime Video, HBO Max, MGM+ 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: Prime Video in India; Prime Video in Japan; Prime Video in Nigeria; Prime Video in South Africa. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Rain Man?
Rain Man runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
What is Rain Man rated?
Rain Man is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, UA in India, M in Australia and 18 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Rain Man?
Rain Man is directed by Barry Levinson and stars Tom Cruise, Dustin Hoffman, Valeria Golino, Gerald R. Molen, Jack Murdock.
What is the Metascore for Rain Man?
Metacritic's Metascore for Rain Man is 65 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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