The Great Gatsby (2013)
Lavish parties and a grand romance mask the melancholy of an era built on illusion and yearning.
Nick Carraway arrives in New York in 1922, an era of loose morals, glittering jazz and bootleg kings. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick encounters the mysterious millionaire Gatsby and his bewitching cousin Daisy. Soon, Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super-rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. Bearing witness to this new world, Nick pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and unforgettable tragedy -- mirroring our own times and struggles.
How intense is The Great Gatsby?
The Great Gatsby has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What The Great Gatsby feels like
- Tone
- melancholyromanticepicatmosphericnostalgic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream The Great Gatsby
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Is The Great Gatsby for you?
Is The Great Gatsby scary?
No. The Great Gatsby is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Great Gatsby gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Great Gatsby sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Great Gatsby 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 The Great Gatsby?
The Great Gatsby runs 2h 23m.
Where can I stream The Great Gatsby?
The Great Gatsby is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Great Gatsby have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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