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A Star Is Born

1954Movie2 h 56 minPG

85

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Rotten Tomatoes

A deeply romantic, moving drama movie about show business.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Story

The applause of the world... and then this!

A movie star helps a young singer-actress find fame, even as age and alcoholism send his own career into a downward spiral.

Feels like

Hollywood Golden Age
Musical Drama
Tragic Romance
Showbiz Satire
Emotional Storytelling
Strong Performances
Iconic Songs
1950s Setting

Crew

Directed by: George Cukor
Written by: William A. Wellman, Robert Carson, Moss Hart
Produced by: Sidney Luft
Music by: Leonard Gershe, Harold Arlen, Ray Heindorf

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

October 1, 1954 · 2 h 56 min · PG

Released: October 1, 1954
Runtime: 2 h 56 min
Age rating: PG
Genres: Drama, Music, Romance
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Budget: $5 million
Box office: $12 million
Available in: 61 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream A Star Is Born?"

Questions about A Star Is Born

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Where can I stream A Star Is Born?

In the United States, A Star Is Born is free with ads on Plex. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is A Star Is Born worth watching?

85

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 89). Critics rate it higher (94 out of 100) than audiences (79).

Is A Star Is Born okay for kids?

PG

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is A Star Is Born good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is A Star Is Born plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.