Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

Kernel Score: 86% · 8,431 ratings · Rated PG-13

Genres: Action, Comedy, Romance

Released: 2010-08-12

Runtime: 113 minutes

Is Scott Pilgrim vs. the World worth watching?

Worth watching. Edgar Wright's video-game-meets-comic-book romance is fast, inventive and full of jokes. It's very stylised, and Scott himself is not a lovable hero, but the energy is hard to resist.

Watch it if you

  • like fast, visually inventive comedies
  • enjoy video game and comic-book style
  • want a romance wrapped in action

Skip it if you

  • dislike heavy stylisation
  • want a realistic love story

Best for: Friends' movie night

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

As bass guitarist for a garage-rock band, Scott Pilgrim has never had trouble getting a girlfriend; usually, the problem is getting rid of them. But when Ramona Flowers skates into his heart, he finds she has the most troublesome baggage of all: an army of ex-boyfriends who will stop at nothing to eliminate him from her list of suitors.

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (PG-13) has stylized action violence and some sexual references.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Frequent stylized fight sequences against ex-boyfriends, though comedic and video-game styled rather than graphic.
  • Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Dating and breakup themes include references to a prior underage girlfriend relationship and romantic content.
  • Language: Some — PG-13 rating suggests some mild-to-moderate profanity.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

If you liked Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • Baby Driver (2017) — 83%: Music-driven action by the same director, stylish and fast.
  • Hot Fuzz (2007) — 86%: More Edgar Wright comedy action with brisk jokes.
  • Shaun of the Dead (2004) — 85%: Edgar Wright's earlier, funnier film.
  • Last Night in Soho (2021) — 80%: Another Wright film with a stylish, music-led approach.
  • The Fall Guy (2024) — 78%: Action comedy with a romance at its centre.

Director

Edgar Wright

Cast

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World FAQ

Is Scott Pilgrim vs. the World worth watching?

Worth watching. Edgar Wright's video-game-meets-comic-book romance is fast, inventive and full of jokes. It's very stylised, and Scott himself is not a lovable hero, but the energy is hard to resist.

Where can I watch Scott Pilgrim vs. the World?

In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Scott Pilgrim vs. the World OK for kids?

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (PG-13) has stylized action violence and some sexual references.

What movies are like Scott Pilgrim vs. the World?

If you liked Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, try Baby Driver, Hot Fuzz, Shaun of the Dead and Last Night in Soho.