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Victoria

Directed by Sebastian Schipper · 2015 ·

Short answer

Is Victoria worth watching?

Yes. Victoria (2015) earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (86%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (78%). See the 4 inputs.

80%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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86% Editorial Rating
78% Audience snapshot · excluded
77 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4
7.6 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 18m
Age rating
NR (US) · 15 (UK) · MA 15+ (Australia) · 18 (South Korea)
Cast
Laia Costa , Frederick Lau , Franz Rogowski
Country
Germany
Language
German

Also known as ヴィクトリア 빅토리아 维多利亚 維多莉亞

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Prime Video in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.

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Where to watch Victoria by country

Country Streaming on
India MUBI
Indonesia MUBI
Japan MUBI
Malaysia MUBI
Nigeria MUBI
Pakistan MUBI
Philippines MUBI
South Africa MUBI
Thailand MUBI
Turkey MUBI
United Arab Emirates MUBI
United Kingdom Prime Video

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

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (86/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (78%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (77/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
  • Celluloid Score 80% 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 crime, thriller pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Victoria worth watching?

    Yes — Victoria earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded crime, thriller pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Schipper's one-shot gamble delivers adrenaline and moral vertigo without cutting away.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (86%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (78%).

    What is Victoria about?

    A Berlin club night spirals into a heist gone wrong when a Spanish expat follows a charismatic local crew in one unbroken real-time take.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Victoria

    Victoria (2015) Review: One Take, One Night, No Escape

    Victoria follows a young Spanish woman through one Berlin night in a single unbroken take, and Sebastian Schipper's gamble becomes a breathtaking crime thriller.

    Yes. It is a technical marvel with a real pulse, gripping for thriller fans and anyone curious about cinema's limits, provided they can ride out a slow first hour.

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    Victoria: frequently asked questions

    Is Victoria worth watching?

    Yes. Victoria (2015) has a Celluloid Score of 80%, 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 Victoria?

    In the United States you can rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home or buy it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: MUBI in India; MUBI in Indonesia; MUBI in Japan; MUBI in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Victoria?

    Victoria runs 2 hours 18 minutes (138 minutes).

    What is Victoria rated?

    Victoria is rated NR in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA 15+ 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 Victoria?

    Victoria is directed by Sebastian Schipper and stars Laia Costa, Frederick Lau, Franz Rogowski.

    What is the Metascore for Victoria?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Victoria is 77 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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