Is Cloverfield scary?

MyCinema has not rated Cloverfield for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, thriller, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch Cloverfield in the US?

Cloverfield streams on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 2 more and can be rented from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Cloverfield?

Cloverfield runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

Is Cloverfield suitable for kids?

Cloverfield is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB20081h 25mAction / Thriller / Science Fiction

Cloverfield

Name: Cloverfield
Genre: Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Released: 2008-01-15
Duration: 85 min

Whatever it is, it's winning.

Five young New Yorkers throw their friend a going-away party the night that a monster the size of a skyscraper descends upon the city. Told from the point of view of their video camera, the film is a document of their attempt to survive the most surreal, horrifying event of their lives.

TMDB audience score

Based on 8,171 votes

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Availability in the US

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United States listings · Refreshed 12 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

MyCinema quick facts

Cloverfield at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Short watch · 1h 25m

At 1h 25m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes

Genres

Action · Thriller · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under action, thriller, and science fiction.

US availability

5 subscriptions · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 5 subscription services: Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 2 more. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.7 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 8,171 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Cloverfield tonight

It is a short one: 1h 25m, so it fits a late start.
It is included with Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 2 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 8,171 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Cloverfield

Is Cloverfield scary?: MyCinema has not rated Cloverfield for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, thriller, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch Cloverfield in the US?: Cloverfield streams on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 2 more and can be rented from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Cloverfield?: Cloverfield runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
Is Cloverfield suitable for kids?: Cloverfield is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.