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Anthropoid (2016)

Anthropoid (2016) Review

Sean Ellis's Anthropoid (2016) remains a defining History landmark from Czech Republic, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.

★★★½☆ 3.5/5

Verdict

Worth watching — solid entertainment with lasting cultural visibility.

Is Anthropoid worth watching?

Yes — Anthropoid is worth watching, with a 66/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating and 70% Audience Snapshot on Celluloid. It earns a 66% Celluloid Score from Celluloid editorial, Metascore (59), Letterboxd (3.3/5), and IMDb (7.2/10).

Directed by Sean Ellis, Anthropoid runs 120 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “Anthropoid review”, “is Anthropoid worth watching”, and related discovery queries from Czech Republic.

What is Anthropoid about?

In December 1941, Czech soldiers Jozef Gabčík and Jan Kubiš parachute into their occupied homeland to assassinate Nazi officer Reinhard Heydrich.

Celluloid verdict: Murphy and Jamie Dornan as Czech resistance assassins — a grim, grounded WWII thriller about Operation Anthropoid. The film stars Cillian Murphy, Jamie Dornan, Charlotte Le Bon, Anna Geislerová, Harry Lloyd, and others.

Should you watch Anthropoid tonight?

Yes, if the premise appeals — Anthropoid is a solid pick among Czech Republic history. At 120 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the transparent input breakdown on the movie page shows where the available inputs agree.

Where can I watch Anthropoid?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Anthropoid (2016) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt4190530. Explore more from Czech Republic on our country hub or browse history films.

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Where to watch Anthropoid

Streaming: Netflix, Paramount+

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

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

By region: Netflix, Paramount+ in the United States; MGM+ in the United Kingdom; Wavve in South Korea; Disney+ in Thailand

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Quick Answer: Where can I watch Anthropoid?

Streaming: Netflix, Paramount+. Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home. Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home. Regional notes: Netflix, Paramount+ in the United States; MGM+ in the United Kingdom; Wavve in South Korea; Disney+ in Thailand.