The Critic (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2023, The Critic is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Anand Tucker, running about 95 minutes. “Ambition seduces. Power corrupts.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1934 London, Jimmy Erskine, the most feared drama critic in town, finds himself in the crosshairs of his newspaper's new owner. Nina Land, the actress determined to win his favor, becomes entangled in a dangerous web of blackmail, deceit and murder.
Who’s in it. The Critic stars Ian McKellen as Jimmy Erskine, Gemma Arterton as Nina Land, Mark Strong as David Brooke and Lesley Manville as Annabel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Critic sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel and YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Critic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Critic tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Critic (2023)?
- In US, The Critic is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Critic worth watching?
- The Critic holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Critic?
- The Critic stars Ian McKellen, Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong, Lesley Manville and Ben Barnes.
- When was The Critic released?
- The Critic was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.