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Hidden Figures

2016·Movie
2h 7min·PG
IMDb7.8Metacritic747.5Rotten Tomatoes93%93%

Where to watch

Disney+HBO MaxCinemax

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Hidden Figures fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

  • Hopefulness10
  • Catharsis9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

A real life story, history, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

Meet the women you don't know, behind the mission you do.

The untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA and serving as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history – the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big.
Inspirational BiopicHistorical DramaCivil Rights NarrativeSpace Race EraFemale EmpowermentIntellectual TriumphFeel-Good CinemaStrong Ensemble CastEducational Value

Crew

Directed by:
Theodore Melfi, Gary Marcus, Jason Inman
Written by:
Allison Schroeder, Theodore Melfi, Margot Lee Shetterly
Produced by:
Pharrell Williams, Jenno Topping, Victoria Thomas
Composed by:
Hans Zimmer, Alicia Keys, Janelle Monáe

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Hidden Figures

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Hidden Figures legally?

Disney+HBO MaxCinemax

Hidden Figures is included with a subscription to Disney+ and HBO Max 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 Hidden Figures worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hidden Figures rated?

PGDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Hidden Figures?

2 h 7 min

Hidden Figures runs 2 h 7 min.

Is Hidden Figures based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Hidden Figures?

Critics84
Audiences82

Yes. Critics average 84 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Hidden Figures much the same way.

Was Hidden Figures a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$236 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $236 million worldwide, 9.4 times its budget.

What language is Hidden Figures in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Hidden Figures?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hidden Figures in 107 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Hidden Figures use?

No AntagonistGenre Savvy"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueNoble Bigot with a BadgeSingle Woman Seeks Good ManRage Breaking PointReentry ScareEasily ImpressedWhite Man's BurdenDress-Coded for Your ConvenienceHero of Another StoryFirst-Name Basisand 59 more

TV Tropes lists 71 storytelling tropes for Hidden Figures, including No Antagonist, Genre Savvy, "Where Are They Now?" Epilogue.