Sunshine
Directed by Danny Boyle · 2007 ·
Is Sunshine worth watching?
Yes. Sunshine (2007) earns a 71% 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 Sunshine: Alerta solar サンシャイン2057 선샤인 太阳浩劫 太陽浩劫 Gün Işığı ยุทธการสยบพระอาทิตย์ Đi Thắp Mặt Trời
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Where to watch Sunshine by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| South Korea | Disney+ |
| Turkey | Disney+ |
| United Kingdom | Disney+ |
| United States | Prime Video |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (76/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (74%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (64/100).
- Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Sunshine worth watching?
Yes — Sunshine earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (3.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Boyle’s sun-mission thriller — Murphy leads a crew into solar dread with striking sci-fi imagery.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Sunshine about?
Fifty years into the future, the sun is dying, and Earth is threatened by arctic temperatures. A team of astronauts is sent to revive the Sun — but the mission fails. Seven years later, a new team is sent to finish the mission as mankind’s last hope.
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Critic Reviews
Sunshine (2007) Review: Awe, Dread and a Dying Star
★★★½☆
Sunshine is Danny Boyle's space thriller about a crew carrying a bomb to reignite the Sun, a visually overwhelming film whose final act divides audiences.
Yes, with reservations. Science fiction fans who value atmosphere and big ideas will find it thrilling, though its tonal lurch in the last act will frustrate some viewers.
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Sunshine: frequently asked questions
Is Sunshine worth watching?
Yes. Sunshine (2007) has a Celluloid Score of 71%, 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 Sunshine?
In the United States, Sunshine streams on Prime Video 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+ in South Korea; Disney+ in Turkey; Disney+ in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Sunshine?
Sunshine runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
What is Sunshine rated?
Sunshine is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia, 15 in South Korea and R15+ in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Sunshine?
Sunshine is directed by Danny Boyle and stars Cillian Murphy, Rose Byrne, Chris Evans, Michelle Yeoh, Cliff Curtis.
What is the Metascore for Sunshine?
Metacritic's Metascore for Sunshine is 64 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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