Chicago (2002)
In 1920s Chicago, two murderesses on death row darkly satirize justice while vying for fame.
Murderesses Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart find themselves on death row together and fight for the fame that will keep them from the gallows in 1920s Chicago.
How intense is Chicago?
Chicago has light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. The humor runs dark. Rated PG-13.
What Chicago feels like
- Tone
- campypulpydarkly comic
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dark and satirical
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream Chicago
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Chicago for you?
Is Chicago scary?
No. Chicago is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Chicago gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is Chicago sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Chicago OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Chicago?
Chicago runs 1h 53m.
Where can I stream Chicago?
Chicago is streaming on Paramount+, Kanopy and Hoopla.
Does Chicago have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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