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Amélie

Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet · 2001 ·

Short answer

Is Amélie worth watching?

Yes. Amélie (2001) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

82%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

89% Editorial Rating
95% Audience snapshot · excluded
69 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.3
8.3 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 2m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · M (Australia) · 14A (Canada) · 19 (South Korea)
Cast
Audrey Tautou , Mathieu Kassovitz , Rufus
Country
France
Language
French

Also known as Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain Amelie Die fabelhafte Welt der Amélie O Fabuloso Destino de Amélie Poulain アメリ 아멜리에 天使爱美丽 艾蜜莉的異想世界

🏆 1 award win · 4 nominations — Won Best Film, César Awards 2002

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists BFI Player, ITVX in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Amélie by country

Country Streaming on
Japan Hulu, U-NEXT
South Korea TVING
Turkey MUBI
United Kingdom BFI Player, ITVX

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (89/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (95%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (69/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.3/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.3/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded romance, comedy pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Amélie worth watching?

    Yes — Amélie earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded romance, comedy pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Jeunet's whimsical Montmartre fairy tale became France's most successful export and a global rom-com template.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Amélie about?

    A shy Paris waitress secretly orchestrates small acts of kindness for neighbors while hesitating to pursue her own romantic happiness.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Amélie

    Amélie (2001) Review: Whimsy With a Lonely Heart

    Amélie is Jean-Pierre Jeunet's candy-coloured Montmartre fairy tale about a shy waitress who meddles in strangers' lives, and it still charms decades later.

    Yes. It is one of the most enchanting romantic comedies ever made and a perfect comfort watch, though viewers allergic to whimsy should know it never lets up.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Amélie: frequently asked questions

    Is Amélie worth watching?

    Yes. Amélie (2001) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Amélie?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, YouTube, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; TVING in South Korea; MUBI in Turkey; BFI Player, ITVX in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Amélie?

    Amélie runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

    What is Amélie rated?

    Amélie is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia, 14A in Canada and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Amélie?

    Amélie is directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and stars Audrey Tautou, Mathieu Kassovitz, Rufus.

    What is the Metascore for Amélie?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Amélie is 69 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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