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The Doors

1991·Movie
2h 20min·R

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor4
  • Dark Humor3

World

A real life story, show business, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The ceremony is about to begin.

The story of the famous and influential 1960s rock band and its lead singer and composer, Jim Morrison.
Rock BiopicMusic Industry Drama1960s Counter-CultureDestructive GeniusPsychedelic VisualsPoetic & SymbolicJim Morrison PortraitTragic DownfallCultural IconographyIntense Performances

Actors

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Doors

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Doors legally?

The Doors is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, and MGM+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Doors worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Doors rated?

RSexual contentStrong languageDrug useNudityViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, drug use, nudity, violence, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Doors?

2 h 20 min

The Doors runs 2 h 20 min.

Is The Doors based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Doors?

Critics62
Audiences72

Not quite. Audiences rate The Doors higher (72) than critics (62). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Doors a box office hit?

Budget$38 million
Box office$34 million

No. It cost about $38 million to make and earned $34 million worldwide, 91% of its budget.

What language is The Doors in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Doors?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Doors in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.