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Dead Poets Society (1989), directed by Peter Weir, is a drama film and is available to stream on 8 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.1/10 and 85% on Rotten Tomatoes from 12,516 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1989, it's a 1980s drama that continues to find new audiences through streaming.
The film stars Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, and Ethan Hawke. At 129 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
If you're looking to watch Dead Poets Society online, the best option is Hulu for subscribers, and it's also included with Peacock and Peacock Premium Plus, 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 Forrest Gump and Hoosiers, both of which are available to stream right now.
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Frequently asked
- No — Dead Poets Society isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Hulu, Peacock, Peacock Premium Plus.
- Dead Poets Society is available to stream on Hulu, Peacock, Peacock Premium Plus in the US.
- No — Dead Poets Society isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Hulu, Peacock, Peacock Premium Plus.
- No — Dead Poets Society isn't on a free-with-ads service right now, but it's included with Hulu, Peacock, Peacock Premium Plus.
- Dead Poets Society runs 2h 9m (129 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.1/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 85% · Metacritic 79/100.
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