Big Eyes (2014)
A wife's intimate, earnest artistry is stolen by her husband, creating a melancholy, atmospheric drama.
In the late 1950s and early '60s, artist Walter Keane achieves unbelievable fame and success with portraits of saucer-eyed waifs. However, no one realizes that his wife, Margaret, is the real painter behind the brush. Although Margaret is horrified to learn that Walter is passing off her work as his own, she is too meek to protest too loudly. It isn't until the Keanes' marriage comes to an end and a lawsuit follows that the truth finally comes to light.
How intense is Big Eyes?
Big Eyes has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What Big Eyes feels like
- Tone
- melancholyearnestintimateatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Big Eyes
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Big Eyes for you?
Is Big Eyes scary?
No. Big Eyes is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Big Eyes gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Big Eyes sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Big Eyes OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Big Eyes?
Big Eyes runs 1h 46m.
Where can I stream Big Eyes?
Big Eyes is streaming on Starz, Kanopy, Hoopla and The Roku Channel.
Does Big Eyes have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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