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Limelight (1952), directed by Charlie Chaplin, is a romance film and is available to stream on 9 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.0/10 and 88% on Rotten Tomatoes from 594 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1952, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1950s romance, and remains widely watched decades later.
The film stars Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom, and Nigel Bruce. At 137 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
If you're looking to watch Limelight online, the best option is HBO Max Amazon Channel for subscribers, and it's also included with Criterion Channel and Max, 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 Fandango At Home. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Police Story and My Man Godfrey, both of which are available to stream right now.
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Frequently asked
- No — Limelight isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Max.
- Limelight is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Max in the US.
- No — Limelight isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Max.
- Yes — Limelight is available to stream for free (with ads) on Kanopy, Plex, Plex Channel, and it's also included with HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Max.
- Limelight runs 2h 17m (137 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.0/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 88% · Metacritic 84/100.
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