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Nijinsky

1980Movie2 h 9 minR

DramaMusic
49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5Rotten Tomatoes50%31%
49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5Rotten Tomatoes50%31%

Summary

A ballet dancer struggles with his homosexuality and the increasing allure of a young ballerina who seeks to draw him away from his domineering lover.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

17 of 17

Crew

Directed by
Herbert Ross
Written by
Hugh Wheeler, Romola Nijinsky
Produced by
Nora Kaye, Stanley O'Toole
Music by
Paul Wells, Richard Sperber, Theodore Soderberg

Everyone

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Facts

March 20, 1980 · 2 h 9 min · R

Released
March 20, 1980
Runtime
2 h 9 min
Age rating
R
Content
Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Music, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
21 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Nijinsky?"

Questions about Nijinsky

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Nijinsky?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Nijinsky from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Microsoft Store.

Is Nijinsky worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%).

Is Nijinsky good for date night?

and 1 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching Nijinsky?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for melancholy and 8 for bleakness, against 2 for hopefulness.