Is The Rocky Horror Picture Show scary?

MyCinema has not rated The Rocky Horror Picture Show for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a comedy, science fiction, and horror film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch The Rocky Horror Picture Show in the US?

The Rocky Horror Picture Show streams on BroadwayHD and Broadway HD Amazon Channel, is free on Fandango at Home Free, 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 The Rocky Horror Picture Show?

The Rocky Horror Picture Show runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Is The Rocky Horror Picture Show suitable for kids?

The Rocky Horror Picture Show is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB19751h 40mComedy / Science Fiction / Horror

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Name: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction, Horror
Released: 1975-08-14
Duration: 100 min

A different set of jaws.

After getting a flat tire in the middle of nowhere, newly engaged couple Brad and Janet encounter the eerie mansion of the flamboyant, seductive Dr Frank-N-Furter and a variety of eccentric characters. Through elaborate dance and rock music, the mad scientist unveils his latest creation: a perfect, muscular man.

TMDB audience score

Based on 3,271 votes

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Availability in the US

Where the story is waiting

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United States listings · Refreshed 13 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

MyCinema quick facts

The Rocky Horror Picture Show 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

Standard length · 1h 40m

At 1h 40m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Comedy · Science Fiction · Horror

TMDB files it under comedy, science fiction, and horror.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: BroadwayHD and Broadway HD Amazon Channel. Free or ad-supported on Fandango at Home Free. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.4 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 3,271 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Rocky Horror Picture Show tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 40m.
It is included with BroadwayHD and Broadway HD Amazon Channel in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 3,271 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Is The Rocky Horror Picture Show scary?: MyCinema has not rated The Rocky Horror Picture Show for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a comedy, science fiction, and horror film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Rocky Horror Picture Show in the US?: The Rocky Horror Picture Show streams on BroadwayHD and Broadway HD Amazon Channel, is free on Fandango at Home Free, 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 The Rocky Horror Picture Show?: The Rocky Horror Picture Show runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
Is The Rocky Horror Picture Show suitable for kids?: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.