1991 · movie · G · 1h 20m
A Brief History of Time
Is A Brief History of Time on Netflix?
No. A Brief History of Time (1991) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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This shows physicist Stephen Hawking's life as he deals with the ALS that renders him immobile and unable to speak without the use of a computer. Hawking's friends, family, classmates, and peers are interviewed not only about his theories but the man himself.
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How we got to 68.5
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 | 7.2/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 18 | none |
A Brief History of Time: common questions
Is A Brief History of Time on Netflix?
No. A Brief History of Time (1991) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch A Brief History of Time?
A Brief History of Time (1991) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is A Brief History of Time worth watching?
It scores 68.5/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is A Brief History of Time?
A Brief History of Time runs 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What is A Brief History of Time rated?
A Brief History of Time is rated G in the US.
Who is in A Brief History of Time?
A Brief History of Time stars Stephen Hawking, Isobel Hawking, Janet Humphrey, Mary Hawking.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.