Watchmen
In a gritty and alternate 1985, the glory days of costumed vigilantes have been brought to a close by a government crackdown. But after one of the masked veterans is brutally murdered, an investigation into the killer is initiated. The reunited heroes set out to prevent their own destruction, but in doing so they uncover a sinister plot that puts all of humanity in grave danger.
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Frequently asked questions about Watchmen
Where can I watch Watchmen in the United States?
Watchmen is available to stream on HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Watchmen on HBO Max?
Yes. Watchmen is streaming on HBO Max in the United States.
Can I watch Watchmen for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Watchmen needs a subscription to HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for Watchmen?
Watchmen scores 7.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Watchmen?
Watchmen stars Malin Akerman, Patrick Wilson, Billy Crudup, Matthew Goode, and Jackie Earle Haley. Zack Snyder is the director.
How long is Watchmen?
Watchmen runs 2h 43m (163 minutes).
When did Watchmen come out?
Watchmen was released on March 4, 2009.
Which studio made Watchmen?
Watchmen was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, Paramount Pictures, and Legendary Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Watchmen?
Watchmen was made on a budget of $130,000,000.
How much did Watchmen make at the box office?
Watchmen grossed $185,258,983 worldwide, against a budget of $130,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.