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Where to Watch (1963)

A picture that goes beyond what men think about - because no man ever thought about it in quite this way!

8IMDb
97%Rotten Tomatoes
93Metascore
Drama2h 19m

Looking for where to watch 8½? You can currently find 8½ online through Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, and Criterion Channel. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.

Guido Anselmi, a film director, finds himself creatively barren at the peak of his career. Urged by his doctors to rest, Anselmi heads for a luxurious resort, but a sorry group gathers—his producer, staff, actors, wife, mistress, and relatives—each one begging him to get on with the show. In retreat from their dependency, he fantasizes about past women and dreams of his childhood.

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8½ (1963), directed by Federico Fellini, is a drama film and is available to stream on 13 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.0/10 and 97% on Rotten Tomatoes from 2,518 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1963, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1960s drama, and remains widely watched decades later.

The film stars Marcello Mastroianni, Claudia Cardinale, and Anouk Aimée. At 139 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.

If you're looking to watch 8½ online, the best option is Max for subscribers, and it's also included with HBO Max Amazon Channel and Criterion Channel, so subscribers to any of those services can watch without an additional rental. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Marketa Lazarová and The Reader, both of which are available to stream right now.

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  • No — 8½ isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel.
  • 8½ is available to stream on Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel in the US.
  • No — 8½ isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel.
  • Yes — 8½ is available to stream for free (with ads) on Kanopy, Plex, Plex Channel, Shout! Factory TV, Tubi, and it's also included with Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel.
  • 8½ runs 2h 19m (139 minutes total).
  • IMDb 8.0/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 97% · Metacritic 93/100.

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