Barton Fink (1991)
Kernel Score: 85% · 1,844 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1991-08-01
Runtime: 117 minutes
Where to watch Barton Fink
- Free with ads: Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A renowned New York playwright is enticed to California to write for the movies and discovers the hellish truth of Hollywood.
Barton Fink parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Barton Fink is a dark R-rated drama involving murder and unsettling themes in the movie business.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Involves mass murder and disturbing thriller elements per its plot and R rating.
- Language: Some — Likely contains adult language consistent with its R rating, though specifics aren't detailed in the signals.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- John Turturro as Barton Fink
- John Goodman as Charlie Meadows
- Judy Davis as Audrey Taylor
- Michael Lerner as Jack Lipnick
- John Mahoney as W.P. Mayhew
- Tony Shalhoub as Ben Geisler
- Jon Polito as Lou Breeze
- Steve Buscemi as Chet
- David Warrilow as Garland Stanford
- Richard Portnow as Detective Mastrionotti
Barton Fink FAQ
Is Barton Fink good?
Barton Fink has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,844 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Barton Fink?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Barton Fink OK for kids?
Barton Fink is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Barton Fink is a dark R-rated drama involving murder and unsettling themes in the movie business.
What movies are like Barton Fink?
If you liked Barton Fink, try The Player, Touch of Evil, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood and Point Blank.