Tenet
Directed by Christopher Nolan · 2020 ·
Is Tenet worth watching?
Yes. Tenet (2020) earns a 70% 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 टेनेट TENET テネット 테넷 信条 天能 เทเน็ท عقيدة
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Tenet by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix, Prime Video |
| Indonesia | Catchplay |
| Japan | Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT |
| Nigeria | Netflix |
| South Africa | Netflix |
| South Korea | Netflix |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, Sky Cinema |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (70/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (76%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (69/100).
- Celluloid Score 70% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Tenet worth watching?
Yes — Tenet earns a 70% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Nolan’s time-inverted espionage puzzle — Pattinson’s Neil is the cool counterweight to John David Washington’s Protagonist.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Tenet about?
Armed with only one word - Tenet - and fighting for the survival of the entire world, the Protagonist journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a mission that will unfold in something beyond real time.
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Tenet: frequently asked questions
Is Tenet worth watching?
Yes. Tenet (2020) has a Celluloid Score of 70%, 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 Tenet?
In the United States 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, Prime Video in India; Catchplay in Indonesia; Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in Nigeria. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Tenet?
Tenet runs 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes).
What is Tenet rated?
Tenet is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, UA in India, M in Australia and PG in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Tenet?
Tenet is directed by Christopher Nolan and stars Robert Pattinson, John David Washington, Elizabeth Debicki, Kenneth Branagh, Dimple Kapadia.
What is the Metascore for Tenet?
Metacritic's Metascore for Tenet is 69 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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