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Inferno

1980·Movie
1h 47min·R

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Inferno fingerprint

High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Terrifying and tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Scare9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wonder6
  • Pathos4
  • Nostalgia4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Absurdist Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay1

World

Fantasy and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8
  • Visual Stylization8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou scare easily

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About

Come face to face with Hell.

A young man returns from Rome to his sister's satanic New York apartment house.
Giallo HorrorSupernatural MysteryVisually StylizedItalian HorrorApartment SettingSurreal NightmareWitchcraftInfernal ArchitectureGore

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Inferno

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Where can I stream Inferno legally?

Inferno is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, MUBI, and Night Flight+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. 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 Inferno worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 65%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Inferno rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Inferno?

1 h 47 min

Inferno runs 1 h 47 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Inferno?

Critics67
Audiences63

Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see Inferno much the same way.

What language is Inferno in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.

In how many countries can I watch Inferno?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Inferno in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.