Born on the Fourth of July
Directed by Oliver Stone · 1989 ·
Is Born on the Fourth of July worth watching?
Yes. Born on the Fourth of July (1989) earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Nacido el Cuatro de Julio Né un 4 juillet Geboren am 4. Juli Nascido em 4 de Julho 7月4日に生まれて 7월 4일생 生于七月四日 七月四日誕生
Theatrical release Where to watch
- HBO Max
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Where to watch Born on the Fourth of July by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Japan | Prime Video, U-NEXT |
| United States | HBO Max |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (85/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (84%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (75/100).
- Celluloid Score 77% 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, war pick
Not ideal for
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Is Born on the Fourth of July worth watching?
Yes — Born on the Fourth of July earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, war pick.
Celluloid verdict
Oliver Stone’s Vietnam protest epic — Cruise’s Oscar-nominated Ron Kovic transformation is career bedrock.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Born on the Fourth of July about?
Paralyzed in the Vietnam war, Ron Kovic becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist after feeling betrayed by the country he fought for.
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Born on the Fourth of July: frequently asked questions
Is Born on the Fourth of July worth watching?
Yes. Born on the Fourth of July (1989) has a Celluloid Score of 77%, 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 Born on the Fourth of July?
In the United States, Born on the Fourth of July streams on HBO Max 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: Disney+ Hotstar in India; Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Born on the Fourth of July?
Born on the Fourth of July runs 2 hours 25 minutes (145 minutes).
What is Born on the Fourth of July rated?
Born on the Fourth of July is rated R in the United States, 18 in the UK, M in Australia and 18 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Born on the Fourth of July?
Born on the Fourth of July is directed by Oliver Stone and stars Tom Cruise, Raymond J. Barry, Caroline Kava, Kyra Sedgwick, Willem Dafoe.
What is the Metascore for Born on the Fourth of July?
Metacritic's Metascore for Born on the Fourth of July is 75 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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