Dunkirk (2017) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings

Last updated: 2026-03-30 3 min read

Quick Facts

IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic94/100
DirectorChristopher Nolan
GenreWar, Action, Drama
Runtime107 min
RatedPG-13
CastFionn Whitehead, Tom Hardy, Mark Rylance, Kenneth Branagh, Cillian Murphy

"When 400,000 men couldn't get home, home came for them."

Should You Watch Dunkirk?

Dunkirk 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 92% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.

The story of the miraculous evacuation of Allied soldiers from Belgium, Britain, Canada and France, who were cut off and surrounded by the German army from the beaches and harbour of Dunkirk between May 26th and June 4th 1940 during World War II.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dunkirk's IMDb rating?

Dunkirk (2017) has an IMDb rating of 7.8 out of 10 based on 17,413 user votes.

Is Dunkirk worth watching?

With an IMDb score of 7.8 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 92%, Dunkirk is generally well-regarded and worth your time.

How long is Dunkirk?

Dunkirk has a runtime of 107 min. It is rated PG-13.

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