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Drama

Sunset Boulevard

Directed by Billy Wilder · 1950 ·

Short answer

Is Sunset Boulevard worth watching?

Yes. Sunset Boulevard (1950) 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.

83%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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86% Editorial Rating
88% Audience snapshot · excluded
80 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4
8.4 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 50m
Age rating
NR (US) · PG (UK) · G (Japan)
Cast
William Holden , Gloria Swanson , Erich von Stroheim , Nancy Olson , Fred Clark , Lloyd Gough , Jack Webb , Franklyn Farnum , Larry J. Blake , Charles Dayton
Streaming
fuboTV, MGM+, Kanopy
Language
English

Also known as El ocaso de una vida El crepúsculo de los dioses Boulevard du crépuscule Boulevard der Dämmerung Crepúsculo dos Deuses サンセット大通り 선셋 대로 日落大道

Where to watch

  • fuboTV
  • MGM+
  • Kanopy

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Where to watch Sunset Boulevard by country

Country Streaming on
Japan Prime Video, U-NEXT
United States fuboTV, MGM+, Kanopy

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (86/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (80/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.4/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch

Not ideal for

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    Is Sunset Boulevard worth watching?

    Yes — Sunset Boulevard earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    IMDb Top 250 #64 (8.4/10) — Sunset Boulevard remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.

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    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Sunset Boulevard about?

    A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity.

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    Sunset Boulevard: frequently asked questions

    Is Sunset Boulevard worth watching?

    Yes. Sunset Boulevard (1950) 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 Sunset Boulevard?

    In the United States, Sunset Boulevard streams on fuboTV, MGM+, Kanopy 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, U-NEXT in Japan. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Sunset Boulevard?

    Sunset Boulevard runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

    What is Sunset Boulevard rated?

    Sunset Boulevard is rated NR in the United States, PG in the UK and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Sunset Boulevard?

    Sunset Boulevard is directed by Billy Wilder and stars William Holden, Gloria Swanson, Erich von Stroheim, Nancy Olson, Fred Clark.

    What is the Metascore for Sunset Boulevard?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Sunset Boulevard is 80 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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