Casablanca (1943) Review
★★★★½ 4.5/5
Strongly recommended — holds up for new and returning viewers.
Is Casablanca worth watching?
Yes — Casablanca is worth watching, with a 87% Critic Score and 89% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 84% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (81), Letterboxd (4/5), and IMDb (8.5/10).
Directed by Michael Curtiz, Casablanca runs 102 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “Casablanca review”, “is Casablanca worth watching”, and related discovery queries from United States.
What is Casablanca about?
In Casablanca, Morocco in December 1941, a cynical American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications.
Critics consensus: IMDb Top 250 #47 (8.5/10) — Casablanca remains one of the most highly rated films of all time. The film stars Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Paul Henreid, Claude Rains, Conrad Veidt, and others.
Should you watch Casablanca tonight?
Yes — prioritize Casablanca tonight if you want a proven drama with lasting rewatch value. At 102 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.
Where can I watch Casablanca?
Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Casablanca (1943) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt0034583. Explore more from United States on our country hub or browse drama films.