1963 · movie · NR · 2h 19m
8½
A picture that goes beyond what men think about - because no man ever thought about it in quite this way!
Is 8½ on Netflix?
No. 8½ (1963) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Streaming availability by JustWatch.
Guido Anselmi, a film director, finds himself creatively barren at the peak of his career. Urged by his doctors to rest, Anselmi heads for a luxurious resort, but a sorry group gathers—his producer, staff, actors, wife, mistress, and relatives—each one begging him to get on with the show. In retreat from their dependency, he fantasizes about past women and dreams of his childhood.
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How we got to 77.2
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 8.1/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 34 | none |
8½: common questions
Is 8½ on Netflix?
No. 8½ (1963) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch 8½?
8½ (1963) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is 8½ worth watching?
It scores 77.2/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is 8½?
8½ runs 2h 19m (139 minutes).
What is 8½ rated?
8½ is rated NR in the US.
Who is in 8½?
8½ stars Marcello Mastroianni, Claudia Cardinale, Anouk Aimée, Sandra Milo.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.