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The Imitation Game

Directed by Morten Tyldum · 2014 ·

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Is The Imitation Game worth watching?

Yes. The Imitation Game (2014) earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

79%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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90% Editorial Rating
91% Audience snapshot · excluded
73 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.7
8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 53m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12A (UK) · M (Australia) · PG (Canada) · 15 (South Korea)
Cast
Benedict Cumberbatch , Keira Knightley , Matthew Goode , Rory Kinnear , Allen Leech , Matthew Beard , Charles Dance , Mark Strong , James Northcote , Tom Goodman-Hill
Language
English

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Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists StudioCanal Presents in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.

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Where to watch The Imitation Game by country

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Japan Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT
United Kingdom StudioCanal Presents

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (90/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (91%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (73/100).
  • IMDb users score it 8/10.
  • Celluloid Score 79% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded history, drama, thriller, war pick

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    Is The Imitation Game worth watching?

    Yes — The Imitation Game earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded history, drama, thriller, war pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    The Imitation Game — People's Choice Award at TIFF 2014. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is The Imitation Game about?

    Based on the real life story of legendary cryptanalyst Alan Turing, the film portrays the nail-biting race against time by Turing and his brilliant team of code-breakers at Britain's top-secret Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park, during the darkest days of World War II.

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    The Imitation Game: frequently asked questions

    Is The Imitation Game worth watching?

    Yes. The Imitation Game (2014) has a Celluloid Score of 79%, 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 Imitation Game?

    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: Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; StudioCanal Presents in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is The Imitation Game?

    The Imitation Game runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

    What is The Imitation Game rated?

    The Imitation Game is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, M in Australia, PG in Canada and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in The Imitation Game?

    The Imitation Game is directed by Morten Tyldum and stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode, Rory Kinnear, Allen Leech.

    What is the Metascore for The Imitation Game?

    Metacritic's Metascore for The Imitation Game is 73 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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