Magnolia (1999)
Lives intertwine in the San Fernando Valley, revealing a tapestry of human connection, yearning, and regret.
On one random day in the San Fernando Valley, a dying father, a young wife, a male caretaker, a famous lost son, a police officer in love, a boy genius, an ex-boy genius, a game show host and an estranged daughter will each become part of a dazzling multiplicity of plots, but one story.
How intense is Magnolia?
Magnolia has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Magnolia feels like
- Tone
- melancholyintimateearnestatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Magnolia
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Magnolia for you?
Is Magnolia scary?
No. Magnolia is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Magnolia gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Magnolia sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Magnolia OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is Magnolia?
Magnolia runs 3h 9m.
Where can I stream Magnolia?
Magnolia is streaming on Max.
Does Magnolia have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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