Eleanor the Great
Seen it?2025 | 98 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 38 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein tries to rebuild her life after the death of her best friend. As a result, she moves back to New York City after living in Florida for decades.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
67% on Rotten Tomatoes, 52 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.8 out of 10
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 2 Cannes awards.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$4 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 378K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Scarlett Johansson
- June SquibbEleanor Morgenstein
- Erin KellymanNina
- Chiwetel EjioforRoger
- Jessica HechtLisa
- Rita ZoharBessie
- Will PriceMax
- Lia LandoFemale anchor
- Greg KastonPeter
- Michael Everett JohnsonUber driver
- Marcha KiaWaitress