Oppenheimer, the latest blockbuster from acclaimed writer/director Christopher Nolan, hits theaters this weekend alongside Greta Gerwig's Barbie. 'Barbenheimer' is the theatrical event of the summer, and we've got you covered with this compilation of all the available info on Oppenheimer's theatrical and eventual streaming release.
Oppenheimer will be in theaters beginning July 21. If you're wondering how and where you can watch it this weekend, take a look at the info below. Read our 10 out of 10 review of Oppenheimer for more info about the film.
Where to Watch Oppenheimer – Showtimes
Oppenheimer will be available in most theaters beginning July 21. To find when and where you can watch the movie near you, check the local showtime listings at the main theater sites below:
Oppenheimer Streaming Release Status
Oppenheimer should eventually be released on Peacock rather than Netflix, (HBO) Max, or Disney+, given Universal's deal with the streamer. A streaming release date has not yet been announced.
As for a potential release date, we know the Universal-Peacock deal requires movies to be released on streaming no later than four months after their theatrical debuts. Universal's last major release, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, hits Peacock on August 3 (120 days after its theatrical debut). Given Oppenheimer's similar blockbuster status, Oppenheimer will likely come to Peacock after a similar window. Should that be the case, Oppenheimer may hit Peacock around November 18.
What Is Oppenheimer About?
Oppenheimer is a dramatic biopic about J. Robert Oppenheimer, director of the United States' Manhattan Project (development of the first atomic bomb). Here's the official plot synopsis from Universal:
[Oppenheimer] explores how one man's brilliance, hubris, and relentless drive changed the nature of war forever, led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people, and unleashed mass hysteria. The story of J. Robert Oppenheimer’s role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.
Oppenheimer Cast
Oppenheimer was written and directed by Christopher Nolan. It stars the following actors:
- Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer
- Emily Blunt as Kitty Oppenheimer
- Matt Damon as Leslie Groves
- Robert Downey Jr. as Lewis Strauss
- Florence Pugh as Jean Tatlock
- Benny Safdie as Edward Teller
- Rami Malek as David Hill
Oppenheimer Rating and Runtime
Oppenheimer is Rated R for some sexuality, nudity, and language. The film runs for a total of 3 hours including credits.
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