Dickinson (2019)
A determined young poet navigates society's constraints with a surreal, witty, and earnest sensibility.
Emily Dickinson. Poet. Daughter. Total rebel. In this coming-of-age story, Emily’s determined to become the world's greatest poet.
How intense is Dickinson?
Dickinson has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. The humor runs dry and absurdist. Rated TV-14.
What Dickinson feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalintimatesurrealearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dry and witty, absurdist
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Dickinson
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 11, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Dickinson for you?
Is Dickinson scary?
No. Dickinson is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Dickinson gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Dickinson sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Dickinson OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
Where can I stream Dickinson?
Dickinson is streaming on Apple TV+.
Does Dickinson have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
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