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The Rover

Directed by David Michôd · 2014 ·

Short answer

Is The Rover worth watching?

Yes. The Rover (2014) earns a 65% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (68%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (54%). See the 4 inputs.

65%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

68% Editorial Rating
54% Audience snapshot · excluded
64 Metascore
★★★☆☆ Letterboxd 3.2
6.4 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 43m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · MA15+ (Australia) · 14A (Canada) · NC16 (Singapore)
Cast
Robert Pattinson , Guy Pearce , Scoot McNairy , David Field , Susan Prior , Anthony Hayes , Tawanda Manyimo , Nash Edgerton , Gillian Jones , Richard Green
Streaming
HBO Max, Cinemax
Country
Australia
Language
English

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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 Rover by country

Country Streaming on
Japan U-NEXT
United States HBO Max, Cinemax

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (68/100).
  • Audience reception was lukewarm (54%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (64/100).
  • Celluloid Score 65% 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
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is The Rover worth watching?

Yes — The Rover earns a 65% 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

David Michôd’s scorched Australian thriller — Pattinson’s wounded simpleton opposite Guy Pearce is raw and affecting.

, Founder & Editor

Critics (68%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (54%).

What is The Rover about?

Ten years after a severe economic collapse in the western world, lawlessness reigns and life is cheap. Eric is a lone drifter, and his car is his only possession. When a gang steals it, Eric comes across the injured Rey, left behind by the car thieves. The pair form an unlikely and uneasy alliance.

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The Rover: frequently asked questions

Is The Rover worth watching?

Yes. The Rover (2014) has a Celluloid Score of 65%, 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 Rover?

In the United States, The Rover 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: U-NEXT in Japan. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is The Rover?

The Rover runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

What is The Rover rated?

The Rover is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA15+ in Australia, 14A in Canada and NC16 in Singapore. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in The Rover?

The Rover is directed by David Michôd and stars Robert Pattinson, Guy Pearce, Scoot McNairy, David Field, Susan Prior.

What is the Metascore for The Rover?

Metacritic's Metascore for The Rover is 64 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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