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TMDB19911h 57mComedy / Drama / Thriller

Barton Fink

There's only one thing stranger than what's going on inside his head... What's going on outside.

A renowned New York playwright is enticed to California to write for the movies and discovers the hellish truth of Hollywood.

TMDB audience score

Based on 1,969 votes

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Availability in the US

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Barton Fink at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 57m

At 1h 57m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Comedy · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under comedy, drama, and thriller.

US availability

1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 1,969 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Barton Fink tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 57m.
  • It is free to watch on Hoopla in the US.
  • TMDB users rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 1,969 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Barton Fink

Is Barton Fink scary?
MyCinema has not rated Barton Fink for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a comedy, drama, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Barton Fink in the US?
Barton Fink is free on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Barton Fink?
Barton Fink runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).
Is Barton Fink suitable for kids?
Barton Fink is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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