Batman Begins Review (2005) — 79% Celluloid Score
Directed by Christopher Nolan · 2005 ·
Is Batman Begins worth watching?
Yes. Batman Begins (2005) earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (94%) responded more warmly than critics (85%). See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- HBO Max
- YouTube TV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Batman Begins by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar |
| Indonesia | iflix, Catchplay, HBO Max |
| Japan | Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT |
| Malaysia | iflix, HBO Max |
| Nigeria | Prime Video |
| Philippines | iflix, HBO Max |
| South Africa | Prime Video |
| South Korea | Wavve |
| Thailand | iflix, HBO Max |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
| United Arab Emirates | Shahid |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, Sky Cinema |
| United States | HBO Max, YouTube TV |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (85/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (94%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (70/100).
- IMDb users score it 8.2/10.
- Celluloid Score 79% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, crime, action pick
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
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Is Batman Begins worth watching?
Yes — Batman Begins earns a 79% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, crime, action pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Nolan’s grounded Batman origin — Murphy’s Scarecrow injects psychological menace into a franchise reboot that redefined the genre.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (94%) responded more warmly than critics (85%).
What is Batman Begins about?
Driven by tragedy, billionaire Bruce Wayne dedicates his life to uncovering and defeating the corruption that plagues his home, Gotham City. Unable to work within the system, he instead creates a new identity, a symbol of fear for the criminal underworld - The Batman.
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Critic Reviews
Batman Begins (2005) Review: Fear as an Origin Story
★★★★☆
Batman Begins is Christopher Nolan's grounded 2005 origin story, a serious study of fear and vigilantism that rebuilt the superhero film, if not its action scenes.
Yes, with reservations. It is a gripping, grown-up superhero origin with a superb cast, best for viewers who value story over spectacle and can forgive choppy fights.
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Batman Begins: frequently asked questions
Is Batman Begins worth watching?
Yes. Batman Begins (2005) has a Celluloid Score of 79%, 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 Batman Begins?
In the United States, Batman Begins streams on HBO Max, YouTube TV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar in India; iflix, Catchplay, HBO Max in Indonesia; Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; iflix, HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Batman Begins?
Batman Begins runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).
What is Batman Begins rated?
Batman Begins is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, UA in India, D in Indonesia and M in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Batman Begins?
Batman Begins is directed by Christopher Nolan and stars Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes, Gary Oldman.
What is the Metascore for Batman Begins?
Metacritic's Metascore for Batman Begins is 70 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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