Romeo + Juliet (1996)
A whirlwind romance ignites between rival heirs, set against a vibrant, pulpy backdrop of love and melancholy.
In this contemporary take on William Shakespeare's classic tragedy, the Montagues and Capulets have moved their ongoing feud to the sweltering suburb of Verona Beach, where Romeo and Juliet fall in love and secretly wed. Though the film is visually modern, the bard's dialogue remains.
How intense is Romeo + Juliet?
Romeo + Juliet is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What Romeo + Juliet feels like
- Tone
- romanticpulpymelancholy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream Romeo + Juliet
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Romeo + Juliet for you?
Is Romeo + Juliet scary?
Only a little. Romeo + Juliet has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Romeo + Juliet gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Romeo + Juliet sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Romeo + Juliet OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Romeo + Juliet?
Romeo + Juliet runs 2h.
Where can I stream Romeo + Juliet?
Romeo + Juliet is streaming on Hulu and Max.
Does Romeo + Juliet have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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