Where to watch The Critic (2024)
Yes — The Critic is free on Kanopy, which you get through most public libraries with a library card.
Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.
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The Critic — common questions
- Can I watch The Critic for free?
- Yes. The Critic is streaming at no cost on Kanopy. These are licensed services — free because they run ads or are funded by public libraries, not because they are pirating anything.
- Is The Critic on Netflix?
- No. The Critic is not on Netflix here. The services that do carry it are listed above.
- How do I watch The Critic without paying anything?
- Through a library. Kanopy is free to use but signs you in with a library or university card, so you will need one — most public library systems in the US and UK include it at no charge.
- How long is The Critic?
- The Critic runs 101 minutes, rated R.
