A Clockwork Orange
Runtime
137 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
Quick reactionBe the first to react

A Clockwork Orange (1971)

American Movie1971Rating 8.2
📌 Available on Prime Video🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story

A Clockwork Orange strips away civilized pretense to expose the brutal machinery of state control masquerading as redemption. When a violent youth is offered a ghastly choice between monstrosity and mechanical conformity, the film asks whether goodness forced upon us is worth the price of our humanity. This 1971 masterpiece becomes a haunting meditation on free will, showing us that the most terrifying monster may not be the criminal, but the system claiming to fix him.

Related tags
Will this fit your taste?

Watchprint

Supernatural mystery

88
Excellent match
EnergyTense with bursts of wonder
ToneMysterious and emotional
ExperienceAdventure, mystery, and emotional pull
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect mystery, friendship, and supernatural pressure to grow together, with emotion carrying as much weight as the scares.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
18+Adults
📌 MPAA
This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
137 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
★★★★★Watched A Clockwork Orange? Rate it in a secondYour opinion helps other visitors decide 👌Add rating ←
🧭 Ratings Compass

How did major sources rate this title?

This compass summarizes available ratings for A Clockwork Orange from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, and TMDB, including vote counts when available, so you can read both the score and its weight.

⭐ 81.7/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-17
IMDb8.2/10930.5K votes82
Rotten Tomatoes86%86
Metacritic77/10077
TMDB8.2/1013.8K votes81.8
📌 Ratings may change as sources update, and the signal does not replace your own viewing opinion.🕒 Last updated: 2026-05-17
Ask about this title
Smart assistant for A Clockwork Orange
👥 Cast profile

Cast & Crew

Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
6 sections
DirectorStanley Kubrick
WritingStanley KubrickAnthony Burgess
CastMalcolm McDowellPatrick MageeCarl DueringMichael BatesWarren Clarke
ProductionStanley KubrickSi LitvinoffMax L. Raab
MusicWendy CarlosBrian BlameyJohn Jordan
CinematographyJohn AlcottRon DrinkwaterErnest Day

Where to watch A Clockwork Orange

Current viewing options based on the best data we have.
Now available through 6 official offers on 1 platform
Availability may vary by country and by subscription, buy, or rent option. If no verified direct link exists, the button will open provider search or the official provider page.
6 official offers🎬 1 platform🌍 May vary by country

Where to Watch

6 platforms available · Prices may vary by country
Availability Snapshot6 offers

A Clockwork Orange is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video.

Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 7.99 GBP on Prime Video.

Use the offer cards below to compare providers, countries, rent, buy, and subscription options clearly.

Providers1Lowest rent3.49 GBPLowest buy7.99 GBP
Available
Prime Video
6 offers  ·  in 3 countries
Available in
UK
GBCAAU
Options
RentBuyHDUHD
Price / note
Rent from 3.49 GBP
Audio: English, German, French, Italian
Subtitles: Multiple
Does your platform stream this title?
Reach thousands of daily viewers — list your platform for free
List your platform
🎬 Official videos magazine

Videos for A Clockwork Orange

A compact viewing magazine that gathers the trailer, teasers, and official clips related to this title in one place.
🎞️ 5 videos
You may also like
Picks from the same genre and category
📊 Title-specific financial analysis

Commercial performance analysis

An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.

🔥Huge commercial success12.3x
💱Analysis currency: USD
🔥 Huge commercial success

Revenue reached a very high multiple of the production cost

The release achieved a very large return multiple, clearly beyond a normal strong success.
Quick pulse
Huge success
The release delivered $27M against a reported budget of $2.2M to finish with a positive commercial result based on its return multiple.
💹 Return multiple: 12.3x📈 ROI: +1,129%🧾 Huge commercial success
💰Budget
$2.2M2.2 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$27M27 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🔥Commercial gap
+$24.8M+24.8 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🔥Return multiple
12.3x12.3x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget
$2.2M
Revenue
$27M
Commercial gap
+$24.8M
Budget: $2.2M • Revenue: $27M • Commercial gap: +$24.8M ROI +1,129%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Return multiple is very high.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.

Cast & crew

Show the rest of the cast
Director: Stanley Kubrick

❓ FAQ

Short, focused questions that help you decide quickly without repeating details already shown above.
1Where can I watch A Clockwork Orange?
The film is available exclusively on Prime Video, where you can stream it in high quality. An active Prime Video subscription is required to access the content.
2Is A Clockwork Orange suitable for families and children?
No, this is strictly an adult film containing graphic violence and disturbing behavior. It is recommended only for mature audiences capable of understanding its deep philosophical message.
3What is the runtime and is it worth the time investment?
The film runs for 137 minutes (2 hours and 17 minutes) and is considered a masterpiece by Stanley Kubrick and a landmark in cinema history. The time invested is worthwhile for an unforgettable cinematic experience.
4What is the plot of A Clockwork Orange in brief?
Set in a dystopian future London, the film follows a young violent hooligan and explores the fundamental struggle between human free will and governmental control. It raises profound questions about morality and forced behavioral change.
5Who is the director and main cast of the film?
The film is directed by the legendary Stanley Kubrick, with Malcolm McDowell in the lead role alongside Patrick Magee and other distinguished actors. It is classified as science fiction and crime.
6When was the film released and is it still relevant?
The film was released in 1971, over 50 years ago, yet it remains highly relevant and impactful today. It is considered a timeless work that addresses eternal human issues that continue to resonate in contemporary society.

Ratings

TMDB is shown first here, and you can also add your own CinemaHook rating for this title 👌
Your review spaceAdd your rating for this titleYour rating helps visitors quickly — comments that include links are automatically rejected.
Ratings compass81.7/100
Choose your rating
Text only — any comment containing a link will be rejected.
We fight spam and reject links inside comments ✋
No user ratings yet… be the first 👑