Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings
Quick Facts
| IMDb | 8.4/10 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 94% |
| Metacritic | 86/100 |
| Director | Steven Spielberg |
| Genre | Adventure, Action |
| Runtime | 115 min |
| Rated | PG |
| Cast | Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman, John Rhys-Davies, Ronald Lacey |
"The return of the great adventure."
Should You Watch Raiders of the Lost Ark?
With an IMDb score of 8.4, Raiders of the Lost Ark is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. The 94% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.
When Dr. Indiana Jones – the tweed-suited professor who just happens to be a celebrated archaeologist – is hired by the government to locate the legendary Ark of the Covenant, he finds himself up against the entire Nazi regime.
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Ratings Breakdown
- IMDb: 8.4/10 from 13,489 votes — the broad audience consensus.
- Rotten Tomatoes: 94% — Certified Fresh by critics.
- Metacritic: 86/100 — weighted critic average.
- TMDB: 7.9/10 from 13,489 votes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raiders of the Lost Ark's IMDb rating?
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) has an IMDb rating of 8.4 out of 10 based on 13,489 user votes.
Is Raiders of the Lost Ark worth watching?
With an IMDb score of 8.4 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 94%, Raiders of the Lost Ark is generally well-regarded and worth your time.
How long is Raiders of the Lost Ark?
Raiders of the Lost Ark has a runtime of 115 min. It is rated PG.
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