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Theorem

1968Movie1 h 35 minNR

DramaMystery
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Rotten Tomatoes83%79%

An open-ended, philosophical mystery movie about the mind and society, with standout characters.

Good for date night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood · you want fast pacing · you're watching with family

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A wealthy Italian household is turned upside down when a handsome stranger arrives, seduces every family member and then disappears. Each has an epiphany of sorts, but none can figure out who the seductive visitor was or why he came.

Feels like

  • Avant-Garde
  • Psychosexual Drama
  • Existential
  • Critique of Bourgeoisie
  • Symbolic Storytelling
  • Italian Cinema
  • Mysterious Stranger
  • Moral Decay
  • Art House

Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
Pier Paolo Pasolini
Written by
Pier Paolo Pasolini
Produced by
Manolo Bolognini, Franco Rossellini
Music by
Ennio Morricone, Bruno Nicolai

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Facts

September 7, 1968 · 1 h 35 min · NR

Released
September 7, 1968
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Age rating
NR
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content
Genres
Mystery, Drama
Original language
Italian
Made in
Italy
Available in
31 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Theorem?"

Questions about Theorem

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Where can I stream Theorem?

Criterion

In the United States, Theorem streams on Criterion. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 30 other countries.

Is Theorem worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%).

Can I half-watch Theorem?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 9 for ambiguity.

Is Theorem good for date night?

Date NightPartner WatchAdultsSolo Watch

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Theorem in English?

Italian

No, it was made in Italian.