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The Man in the Iron Mask

Directed by Randall Wallace · 1998 ·

Short answer

Is The Man in the Iron Mask worth watching?

Probably not. The Man in the Iron Mask (1998) earns a 52% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audiences (68%) responded more warmly than critics (33%). See the 4 inputs.

52%
Celluloid Score Not Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

33% Editorial Rating
68% Audience snapshot · excluded
48 Metascore
★★★☆☆ Letterboxd 3
6.5 IMDb /10
0
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Released
Runtime
2h 12m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12 (UK) · M (Australia) · 14A (Canada)
Cast
Leonardo DiCaprio , Gabriel Byrne , Jeremy Irons , John Malkovich , Gérard Depardieu , Anne Parillaud , Judith Godrèche , Edward Atterton , Peter Sarsgaard , Hugh Laurie
Language
English

Also known as El hombre de la máscara de hierro L'Homme au masque de fer Der Mann in der eisernen Maske O Homem da Máscara de Ferro 仮面の男 아이언 마스크 铁面人 鐵面人

Where to watch

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

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch The Man in the Iron Mask by country

Country Streaming on
India MGM+
Indonesia Netflix
Japan Netflix, U-NEXT
Malaysia Netflix
Pakistan Netflix
Philippines Netflix
South Korea Netflix
Thailand Netflix
Turkey Netflix
United Arab Emirates Netflix
United Kingdom MGM+

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (33/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (68%).
  • Celluloid Score 52% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics

Not ideal for

  • Anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick

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Is The Man in the Iron Mask worth watching?

Probably not — The Man in the Iron Mask earns a 52% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. It suits crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics, but anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick may want to skip it.

Celluloid verdict

DiCaprio doubles as Louis XIV and the masked twin — a swashbuckling Dumas remake with star power to spare.

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Audiences (68%) responded more warmly than critics (33%).

What is The Man in the Iron Mask about?

Years have passed since the Three Musketeers, Aramis, Athos and Porthos, have fought together with their friend, D'Artagnan. But with the tyrannical King Louis using his power to wreak havoc in the kingdom while his twin brother, Philippe, remains imprisoned, the Musketeers reunite to abduct Louis and replace him with Philippe.

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The Man in the Iron Mask: frequently asked questions

Is The Man in the Iron Mask worth watching?

Probably not. The Man in the Iron Mask (1998) has a Celluloid Score of 52%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch The Man in the Iron Mask?

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: MGM+ in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is The Man in the Iron Mask?

The Man in the Iron Mask runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).

What is The Man in the Iron Mask rated?

The Man in the Iron Mask is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12 in the UK, M in Australia and 14A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in The Man in the Iron Mask?

The Man in the Iron Mask is directed by Randall Wallace and stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Gabriel Byrne, Jeremy Irons, John Malkovich, Gérard Depardieu.

What is the Metascore for The Man in the Iron Mask?

Metacritic's Metascore for The Man in the Iron Mask is 48 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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