1952 · movie · G · 2h 17m
Limelight
The masterpiece of laughter and tears from the master of comedy!
Is Limelight on Netflix?
No. Limelight (1952) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.
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How we got to 72.2
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 | 7.9/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 25 | none |
Limelight: common questions
Is Limelight on Netflix?
No. Limelight (1952) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch Limelight?
Limelight (1952) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is Limelight worth watching?
It scores 72.2/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is Limelight?
Limelight runs 2h 17m (137 minutes).
What is Limelight rated?
Limelight is rated G in the US.
Who is in Limelight?
Limelight stars Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom, Nigel Bruce, Buster Keaton.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.