The Theory of Everything (2014)
Kernel Score: 89% · 11,015 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 2014-11-07
Runtime: 123 minutes
Is The Theory of Everything worth watching?
Must-watch. A moving portrait of Stephen Hawking and his first marriage, led by a very strong performance from Eddie Redmayne. It's more about love and endurance than physics, and it's accessible.
Watch it if you
- like biographies and love stories
- admire great performances
- are curious about Hawking
Skip it if you
- want much science
- dislike slow, polite biopics
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Theory of Everything
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The Theory of Everything is the extraordinary story of one of the world’s greatest living minds, the renowned astrophysicist Stephen Hawking, who falls deeply in love with fellow Cambridge student Jane Wilde.
The Theory of Everything parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this PG-13 biopic of Stephen Hawking is an inspirational love story centered on his marriage and his battle with motor neuron disease.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
James Marsh
Cast
- Eddie Redmayne as Stephen Hawking
- Felicity Jones as Jane Hawking
- Charlie Cox as Jonathan Hellyer Jones
- Emily Watson as Beryl Wilde
- Simon McBurney as Frank Hawking
- David Thewlis as Dennis Sciama
- Maxine Peake as Elaine Mason
- Harry Lloyd as Brian
- Tom Prior as Robert Hawking (Age 17)
- Sophie Perry as Lucy Hawking (Age 14)
The Theory of Everything FAQ
Is The Theory of Everything worth watching?
Must-watch. A moving portrait of Stephen Hawking and his first marriage, led by a very strong performance from Eddie Redmayne. It's more about love and endurance than physics, and it's accessible.
Where can I watch The Theory of Everything?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Theory of Everything OK for kids?
The Theory of Everything is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this PG-13 biopic of Stephen Hawking is an inspirational love story centered on his marriage and his battle with motor neuron disease.
What movies are like The Theory of Everything?
If you liked The Theory of Everything, try A Beautiful Mind, The Man Who Knew Infinity, Breathe and Me Before You.