The Great Dictator
Directed by Charlie Chaplin · 1940 ·
Is The Great Dictator worth watching?
Yes. The Great Dictator (1940) 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.
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Also known as El Gran Dictador Le Dictateur Der große Diktator O Grande Ditador 独裁者 위대한 독재자 大独裁者 大獨裁者
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
- fuboTV
- HBO Max
- The Criterion Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Where to watch The Great Dictator by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | YouTube, Lionsgate Play |
| Indonesia | KlikFilm |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| Turkey | HBO Max |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video |
| United States | Prime Video, fuboTV, HBO Max, The Criterion Channel |
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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 comedy, war pick
Not ideal for
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Is The Great Dictator worth watching?
Yes — The Great Dictator earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, war pick.
Celluloid verdict
IMDb Top 250 #68 (8.4/10) — The Great Dictator 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 The Great Dictator about?
Dictator Adenoid Hynkel tries to expand his empire while a poor Jewish barber tries to avoid persecution from Hynkel's regime.
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The Great Dictator: frequently asked questions
Is The Great Dictator worth watching?
Yes. The Great Dictator (1940) 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 The Great Dictator?
In the United States, The Great Dictator streams on Prime Video, fuboTV, HBO Max, The Criterion Channel with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: YouTube, Lionsgate Play in India; KlikFilm in Indonesia; U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Great Dictator?
The Great Dictator runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).
What is The Great Dictator rated?
The Great Dictator is rated NR in the United States, PG in the UK, G in Australia, ALL in South Korea and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The Great Dictator?
The Great Dictator is directed by Charlie Chaplin and stars Charlie Chaplin, Paulette Goddard, Jack Oakie, Reginald Gardiner, Henry Daniell.
What is the Metascore for The Great Dictator?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Great Dictator is 80 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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