The Greatest Showman
Directed by Michael Gracey · 2017 ·
Is The Greatest Showman worth watching?
Yes. The Greatest Showman (2017) earns a 60% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (86%) responded more warmly than critics (56%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as El gran Showman Greatest Showman O Rei do Show グレイテスト・ショーマン 위대한 쇼맨 马戏之王 大娛樂家 Muhteşem Showman
Theatrical release Where to watch
- HBO Max
- Cinemax
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 The Greatest Showman by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Disney+ Hotstar, Vi Movies & TV |
| Indonesia | Disney+ |
| Japan | Prime Video, Disney+ |
| Malaysia | Disney+ |
| South Korea | Disney+ |
| Thailand | Disney+ |
| Turkey | Disney+ |
| United Kingdom | Disney+ |
| United States | HBO Max, Cinemax |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (56/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (86%).
- Celluloid Score 60% 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
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is The Greatest Showman worth watching?
Yes — The Greatest Showman earns a 60% 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.
Celluloid verdict
A glitter-bomb musical that made Zendaya a movie-musical star — critics mixed, audiences forever singing along.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (86%) responded more warmly than critics (56%).
What is The Greatest Showman about?
The story of American showman P.T. Barnum, founder of the circus that became the famous traveling Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
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The Greatest Showman: frequently asked questions
Is The Greatest Showman worth watching?
Yes. The Greatest Showman (2017) has a Celluloid Score of 60%, 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 Greatest Showman?
In the United States, The Greatest Showman streams on HBO Max, Cinemax 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+ Hotstar, Vi Movies & TV in India; Disney+ in Indonesia; Prime Video, Disney+ in Japan; Disney+ in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Greatest Showman?
The Greatest Showman runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
What is The Greatest Showman rated?
The Greatest Showman is rated PG in the United States, PG in the UK, PG in Australia and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The Greatest Showman?
The Greatest Showman is directed by Michael Gracey and stars Zendaya, Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams, Rebecca Ferguson.
What is the Metascore for The Greatest Showman?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Greatest Showman is 48 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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