Interstellar (2014)
Explorers traverse a wormhole, confronting vast distances and the melancholy of a dying Earth.
The adventures of a group of explorers who make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel and conquer the vast distances involved in an interstellar voyage.
How intense is Interstellar?
Interstellar has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What Interstellar feels like
- Tone
- epicsuspensefulmelancholyearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Interstellar
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 12, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Interstellar for you?
Is Interstellar scary?
No. Interstellar is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Interstellar gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Interstellar sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Interstellar OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Interstellar?
Interstellar runs 2h 49m.
Where can I stream Interstellar?
Interstellar is streaming on Prime Video and Paramount+.
Does Interstellar 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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