The Critic
Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.
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Where can I watch The Critic in the United States?
The Critic is available to stream on Starz and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Critic for free?
The Critic streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Critic?
The Critic scores 5.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Critic?
The Critic stars Ian McKellen, Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong, Lesley Manville, and Ben Barnes. Anand Tucker is the director.
How long is The Critic?
The Critic runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).
When did The Critic come out?
The Critic was released on September 13, 2024.
Which studio made The Critic?
The Critic was produced by BK Studios, Seven Stories, and Greenwich Entertainment in the United Kingdom.
How much did The Critic make at the box office?
The Critic grossed $824,517 worldwide.
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.