The Imitation Game (2014)
A brilliant code-breaker races against time during wartime, facing a gritty, suspenseful, and ultimately tragic challenge.
Based on the real life story of legendary cryptanalyst Alan Turing, the film portrays the nail-biting race against time by Turing and his brilliant team of code-breakers at Britain's top-secret Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park, during the darkest days of World War II.
How intense is The Imitation Game?
The Imitation Game is not scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Imitation Game feels like
- Tone
- tensegrittyearnestsuspenseful
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream The Imitation Game
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 12, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Imitation Game for you?
Is The Imitation Game scary?
No. The Imitation Game is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Imitation Game gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Imitation Game sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Imitation Game 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 Imitation Game?
The Imitation Game runs 1h 53m.
Where can I stream The Imitation Game?
The Imitation Game is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla and Tubi.
Does The Imitation Game have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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