Blow-Up (1966)
Kernel Score: 83% · 1,342 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 1966-12-18
Runtime: 111 minutes
Where to watch Blow-Up
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A successful mod photographer in London whose world is bounded by fashion, pop music, marijuana, and easy sex, feels his life is boring and despairing. But in the course of a single day he unknowingly captures a death on film.
Blow-Up parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Blow-Up is a 1960s drama depicting a photographer's world of casual sex and drug use.
- Violence & scariness: Some — The photographer uncovers evidence suggesting he witnessed a murder.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Portrays easy, casual sex as part of the swinging London scene.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — Marijuana use and drinking are depicted as part of the protagonist's hedonistic lifestyle.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- David Hemmings as Thomas
- Vanessa Redgrave as Jane
- Sarah Miles as Patricia
- John Castle as Bill
- Veruschka von Lehndorff as Veruschka
- Jane Birkin as The Blonde
- Gillian Hills as The Brunette
- Peter Bowles as Ron
- Julian Chagrin as Mime
- Claude Chagrin as Mime
Blow-Up FAQ
Is Blow-Up good?
Blow-Up has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,342 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Blow-Up?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Blow-Up OK for kids?
Blow-Up is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Blow-Up is a 1960s drama depicting a photographer's world of casual sex and drug use.
What movies are like Blow-Up?
If you liked Blow-Up, try Following, Eastern Promises, Mulholland Drive and Blue Velvet.