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Eleanor the Great

2025·Movie
1h 38min·PG-13
65
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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein tries to rebuild her life after the death of her best friend. As a result, she moves back to New York City after living in Florida for decades.
DramedyLater-in-LifeEmotional ReconnectionNew York CityFriendshipCharacter-DrivenPoignantIntrospective

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Eleanor the Great legally?

Eleanor the Great is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Eleanor the Great worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Eleanor the Great rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Eleanor the Great?

1 h 38 min

Eleanor the Great runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Eleanor the Great?

Critics60
Audiences73

Not quite. Audiences rate Eleanor the Great higher (73) than critics (60). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Eleanor the Great in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Eleanor the Great?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Eleanor the Great in 100 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.