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Eternals is a science fiction action film featuring ancient beings reuniting to defend humanity, earning mixed critical scores upon its 2021 release.
Eternals is a 2021 Marvel Studios film directed by ChloƩ Zhao. The movie holds a 6.7 TMDB score and a 6.2 IMDb rating.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 15, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 6.7/10 (9572 votes)
- IMDb: 6.2/10 (438,208 votes)
- Rotten Tomatoes: 48%
- Metacritic: 52/100
- Runtime: 2 h 36 min (156 minutes)
- Budget and revenue (TMDB): $200,000,000 budget, $402,064,899 revenue (2.0x)
- Rank among 2021 releases: about #113 of 198
Eternals Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How Eternals Stacks Up
- Among the 198 English-language movies released in 2021 with at least 500 TMDB votes, Eternals ranks about #113 by audience score, roughly the top 57 percent.
- Within science fiction alone, it ranks about #17 of 33 in the same group.
The film ranks near the middle of 2021 releases with at least 500 TMDB votes, placing it in the top 57 percent. Within the science fiction genre, it holds a position of approximately 17 out of 33 similar films. These metrics indicate a divisive reception among viewers.
Critics vs Audiences
- IMDb 6.2/10 equals 62 on a 100-point scale, while Metacritic is 52/100, a gap of 10 points in favor of audiences.
- Rotten Tomatoes shows 48% positive critic reviews, compared with an IMDb audience rating of 6.2/10.
- TMDB audiences give it 6.7/10 across 9572 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 8 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 6.6/10 on average (3 positive, 3 mixed, 1 negative among 7 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Several TMDB reviewers noted that the film features the most beautiful visuals ever produced by the studio.
- Some reviewers highlighted the film's naturalistic filmmaking style and the physical weight of its action sequences.
What reviewers criticize
- Several TMDB reviewers felt that the density of the film made it difficult to connect with the various characters.
- Some reviewers described the experience as feeling long and struggled with the pacing of the narrative.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-11 | 8/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2021-12 | 9/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2021-12 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-01 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-01 | 10/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2022-03 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is Eternals About? (Spoiler-Free)
A group of immortal aliens has lived on Earth in secret for thousands of years. Following a sudden tragedy, these beings must reunite to battle humanity's ancient enemy, the Deviants.
Eternals at a Glance
| Release date | 2021-11-03 |
|---|---|
| Genres | Science Fiction, Action, Adventure |
| Runtime | 2 h 36 min (156 minutes) |
| Directed by | ChloƩ Zhao |
| Written by | Patrick Burleigh, Ryan Firpo, Kaz Firpo |
| Top cast | Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Angelina Jolie, Salma Hayek Pinault |
| US rating | PG-13 |
| Production | Marvel Studios |
| More details | IMDb page · TMDB page |
Cast and Characters
- Gemma Chan as Sersi
- Richard Madden as Ikaris
- Angelina Jolie as Thena
- Salma Hayek Pinault as Ajak
- Kumail Nanjiani as Kingo
- Lia McHugh as Sprite
- Brian Tyree Henry as Phastos
- Lauren Ridloff as Makkari
Behind the Camera
| Music by | Ramin Djawadi |
|---|---|
| Cinematography | Ben Davis |
| Editing | Craig Wood, Dylan Tichenor |
| Producers | Victoria Alonso, Kevin De La Noy, Nate Moore, Louis D'Esposito |
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
ChloƩ Zhao (director): recent films
| Film | Year | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|
| Nomadland | 2021 | 7.2/10 |
| The Rider | 2018 | 7.3/10 |
Average across these 2 films: 7.2/10 on TMDB.
ChloĆ© Zhao’s previous two films maintained a 7.2 TMDB average. The featured cast members, including Gemma Chan and Angelina Jolie, have recent projects averaging between 6.3 and 7.0.
Other recent work from the lead cast of Eternals (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gemma Chan avg 7.0/10 | The Afterparty (2022) | TV | 'Zoƫ' | 7.1/10 |
| Raya and the Last Dragon (2021) | Movie | Namaari (voice) | 7.8/10 | |
| The Creator (2023) | Movie | Maya | 7.0/10 | |
| Extrapolations (2023) | TV | Natasha Alper | 6.1/10 | |
| Richard Madden avg 6.3/10 | Citadel (2023) | TV | Mason Kane / Kyle Conroy | 6.9/10 |
| Killer Heat (2024) | Movie | Leonides / Elias Vardakis | 5.8/10 | |
| Angelina Jolie avg 6.7/10 | Those Who Wish Me Dead (2021) | Movie | Hannah Faber | 6.6/10 |
| Couture (2026) | Movie | Maxine Walker | 6.3/10 | |
| Maria (2024) | Movie | Maria Callas | 6.5/10 | |
| The One and Only Ivan (2020) | Movie | Stella (voice) | 7.3/10 |
Budget and Box Office
TMDB lists a production budget of $200,000,000 and worldwide revenue of $402,064,899, about 2.0 times the budget. These figures are as reported on TMDB and may be incomplete or not adjusted for marketing costs.
Release Timeline (US)
| Release | Date |
|---|---|
| Premiere | Oct 18, 2021 |
| Theatrical release | Nov 5, 2021 |
| Digital release | Jan 12, 2022 |
| Physical release | Feb 15, 2022 |
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | Disney Plus |
|---|---|
| Rent | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
| Buy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 15, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
Eternals combines action and science fiction elements across a 156-minute runtime. It currently holds a 48% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 52/100 on Metacritic.
It may suit you if:
- Viewers who enjoy large-scale superhero stories based on comics.
- Fans of science fiction films featuring ancient alien characters.
You might skip it if:
- Viewers who prefer shorter movies with faster narrative pacing.
- Those who dislike complex ensemble superhero dramas.
Movies Like Eternals
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| The Marvels (2023) | 5.9/10 | When her duties send her to an anomalous wormhole linked to a Kree revolutionary, Carol's powers become entangled with that of Jersey City super-fan… |
| Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) | 7.2/10 | Doctor Strange, with the help of mystical allies both old and new, traverses the mind-bending and dangerous alternate realities of the Multiverse to… |
| Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) | 7.9/10 | Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. |
| Avengers: Infinity War (2018) | 8.2/10 | As the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too large for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from… |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of Eternals?
On November 15, 2026 the IMDb rating was 6.2/10 from 438,208 votes. It changes as people vote.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes score of Eternals?
Rotten Tomatoes listed 48% positive critic reviews on November 15, 2026.
Is Eternals one of the best-rated 2021 movies?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #113 of 198 English-language titles with at least 500 votes, as of November 15, 2026.
How long is Eternals?
Eternals runs 2 h 36 min (156 minutes), according to TMDB.
Who stars in Eternals?
Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Angelina Jolie, Salma Hayek Pinault, Kumail Nanjiani.
Data checked on November 15, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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