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Napoleon

1927·Movie
5h 30min

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Relentless energy, stunning style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Breakneck and epic

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace9
  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Wondrous and moving

  • Wonder8
  • Pathos7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

History, war, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography10
  • Editing9
  • Visual Stylization9

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About

A biopic of Napoleon Bonaparte, tracing the Corsican's career from his schooldays (where a snowball fight is staged like a military campaign) to his flight from Corsica, through the French Revolution (where a real storm is intercut with a political storm) and the Terror, culminating in his triumphant invasion of Italy in 1797.
Historical EpicSilent Film MasterpieceBiopicFrench RevolutionWarfarePolitical IntrigueVisually StunningAmbitious DirectionHistorical Drama

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream Napoleon legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Darkroom. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Napoleon worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Napoleon rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Napoleon?

5 h 30 min

Napoleon runs 5 h 30 min.

Is Napoleon based on a true story?

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

What language is Napoleon in?

Frenchxx

It was made in French, with some xx. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Napoleon?

12ATBECHDEESFRGBITKRNLSEUS

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

What tropes does Napoleon use?

Reign of TerrorNipple and DimedIntermissionShaming the MobEarly-Bird CameoDramatic IronyTerrible TrioOff with His Head!Aspect Ratio SwitchDawn of an EraRight-Hand CatSinister Shadesand 54 more

TV Tropes lists 66 storytelling tropes for Napoleon, including Reign of Terror, Nipple and Dimed, Intermission.