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Where to watch Great Expectations (1998) tonight

Great Expectations (1998) runs 1 h 51 min, is rated R in the US and averages 6.7 from 731 TMDB members. Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.

Runtime
1 h 51 min — ends 9:51 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated
R (US)
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Released
January 30, 1998
TMDB rating
6.7 / 10 from 731 votes
Director
Alfonso Cuarón
Starring
Ethan Hawke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Hank Azaria, Chris Cooper
Language
English
Good for a group? Yes — a crowd movie.Comedy and Drama hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on. Rated R in the US — check who is in the room.

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. As of 2026-11-05 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies.

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How long is Great Expectations?
Great Expectations is 1 h 51 min long (111 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:51 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Great Expectations rated?
Great Expectations is rated R in the US.
Is Great Expectations a good movie to watch with a group?
Yes — a crowd movie. Comedy and Drama hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on. Rated R in the US — check who is in the room.
Where can I stream Great Expectations?
As of 2026-11-05 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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