6.2
Where can I stream Britannia Hospital legally?
You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
Britannia Hospital
1982·Movie
Britannia Hospital fingerprint
Very funny, high energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis4
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody9
- Dark Humor9
- Absurdist Humor8
World
Society, class and money, and politics
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction8
- Complexity8
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Britannia Hospital is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
Very highPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, class and money, and politics
Its world is built around society, class and money, and politics.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You need an uplifting moodYou want to half-watch while scrollingGraphic violence bothers you
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Will they ever recover...?
Britannia Hospital, an esteemed English institution, is marking its gala anniversary with a visit by the Queen Mother herself. But when investigative reporter Mick Travis arrives to cover the celebration, he finds the hospital under siege by striking workers, ruthless unions, violent demonstrators, racist aristocrats, an African cannibal dictator, and sinister human experiments.
Dark SatireSocial CommentaryMedical HorrorBritish FilmPolitical AllegoryDystopianSurrealGrotesque ImageryEnsemble Cast
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Related Movies and Shows
Overall: Similar vibe.
Movies
Shows
Sequels and Prequels
Media
Questions about Britannia Hospital
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Britannia Hospital worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Britannia Hospital rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Britannia Hospital?
1 h 56 min
Britannia Hospital runs 1 h 56 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Britannia Hospital?
Critics50
Audiences58
Not quite. Audiences rate Britannia Hospital higher (58) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Britannia Hospital a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$375,713
No. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $375,713 worldwide, 9% of its budget.
What language is Britannia Hospital in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Britannia Hospital?
23
+9
+9GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Britannia Hospital in 23 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.