Sunset Boulevard (1950)
A forgotten star clings to faded glory, ensnaring a writer in Hollywood's darkly comic and tragic undertow.
A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity.
How intense is Sunset Boulevard?
Sunset Boulevard has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. The humor runs dark.
What Sunset Boulevard feels like
- Tone
- melancholygrittydarkly comiccampyatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dark and satirical
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Sunset Boulevard
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Sunset Boulevard for you?
Is Sunset Boulevard scary?
No. Sunset Boulevard is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Sunset Boulevard gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Sunset Boulevard sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
How long is Sunset Boulevard?
Sunset Boulevard runs 1h 50m.
Where can I stream Sunset Boulevard?
Sunset Boulevard is streaming on Kanopy, MGM+ and Hoopla.
Does Sunset Boulevard have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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