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Twilight

Directed by Catherine Hardwicke · 2008 ·

Short answer

Is Twilight worth watching?

Probably not. Twilight (2008) earns a 53% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audiences (72%) responded more warmly than critics (49%). See the 4 inputs.

53%
Celluloid Score Not Recommended

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49% Editorial Rating
72% Audience snapshot · excluded
56 Metascore
★★½☆☆ Letterboxd 2.7
5.3 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 2m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12A (UK) · M (Australia) · 12 (South Korea)
Streaming
Netflix
Language
English

Also known as ट्वायलाइट Crepúsculo Twilight, chapitre 1 : Fascination Twilight - Biss zum Morgengrauen トワイライト〜初恋〜 트와일라잇 暮光之城 暮光之城：無懼的愛

Where to watch

  • Netflix

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 Twilight by country

Country Streaming on
India Prime Video
Indonesia Prime Video
Japan U-NEXT
Malaysia Prime Video, Lionsgate Play
Philippines Prime Video
Thailand Prime Video
Turkey Netflix, TV+
United Arab Emirates Prime Video
United Kingdom Netflix, ITVX
United States Netflix

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

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (49/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (72%).
  • Celluloid Score 53% 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 Twilight worth watching?

Probably not — Twilight earns a 53% 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

The vampire romance that launched Robert Pattinson into global superstardom — polarizing, inescapable, era-defining.

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Audiences (72%) responded more warmly than critics (49%).

What is Twilight about?

When Bella Swan moves to a small town in the Pacific Northwest, she falls in love with Edward Cullen, a mysterious classmate who reveals himself to be a 108-year-old vampire. Despite Edward's repeated cautions, Bella can't stay away from him, a fatal move that endangers her own life.

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Twilight: frequently asked questions

Is Twilight worth watching?

Probably not. Twilight (2008) has a Celluloid Score of 53%, 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 Twilight?

In the United States, Twilight streams on Netflix 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: Prime Video in India; Prime Video in Indonesia; U-NEXT in Japan; Prime Video, Lionsgate Play in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Twilight?

Twilight runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

What is Twilight rated?

Twilight is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, M 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 Twilight?

Twilight is directed by Catherine Hardwicke and stars Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Billy Burke, Peter Facinelli, Ashley Greene.

Does Twilight have a post-credits scene?

Yes. TMDB records an extra scene during the credits, so it is worth staying until the end.

What is the Metascore for Twilight?

Metacritic's Metascore for Twilight is 56 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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