Coraline (2009) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings

Last updated: 2026-03-30 3 min read

Quick Facts

IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic80/100
DirectorHenry Selick
GenreAnimation, Family, Fantasy
Runtime100 min
RatedPG
CastDakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French, Keith David

"Be careful what you wish for."

Should You Watch Coraline?

Coraline holds a solid 7.8 on IMDb, placing it above average and earning strong audience approval. It is well worth your time if the genre appeals to you. The 91% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.

Wandering her rambling old house in her boring new town, 11-year-old Coraline discovers a hidden door to a strangely idealized version of her life. In order to stay in the fantasy, she must make a frighteningly real sacrifice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coraline's IMDb rating?

Coraline (2009) has an IMDb rating of 7.8 out of 10 based on 8,838 user votes.

Is Coraline worth watching?

With an IMDb score of 7.8 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 91%, Coraline is generally well-regarded and worth your time.

How long is Coraline?

Coraline has a runtime of 100 min. It is rated PG.

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