My Own Private Idaho
Directed by Gus Van Sant · 1991 ·
Is My Own Private Idaho worth watching?
Yes. My Own Private Idaho (1991) 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 Idaho: El camino de mis sueños Mi Idaho privado My Private Idaho Garotos de Programa マイ・プライベート・アイダホ 아이다호 我自己的爱达荷 男人的一半還是男人
Theatrical release Where to watch
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Where to watch My Own Private Idaho by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (82/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (80%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (77/100).
- 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 pick
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
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Is My Own Private Idaho worth watching?
Yes — My Own Private Idaho earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick.
Celluloid verdict
Van Sant’s street-hustler Shakespeare — Reeves opposite River Phoenix in an American indie landmark.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is My Own Private Idaho about?
In this loose adaptation of Shakespeare's "Henry IV," Mike Waters is a hustler afflicted with narcolepsy. Scott Favor is the rebellious son of a mayor. Together, the two travel from Portland, Oregon to Idaho and finally to the coast of Italy in a quest to find Mike's estranged mother. Along the way they turn tricks for money and drugs, eventually attracting the attention of a wealthy benefactor and sexual deviant.
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My Own Private Idaho: frequently asked questions
Is My Own Private Idaho worth watching?
Yes. My Own Private Idaho (1991) 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 My Own Private Idaho?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is My Own Private Idaho?
My Own Private Idaho runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
What is My Own Private Idaho rated?
My Own Private Idaho is rated R in the United States, 15 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 My Own Private Idaho?
My Own Private Idaho is directed by Gus Van Sant and stars Keanu Reeves, River Phoenix, James Russo, William Richert, Rodney Harvey.
What is the Metascore for My Own Private Idaho?
Metacritic's Metascore for My Own Private Idaho is 77 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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