The Time Machine (1960)
Kernel Score: 82% · 893 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Thriller, Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance
Released: 1960-05-25
Runtime: 103 minutes
Where to watch The Time Machine
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A Victorian Englishman travels to the far future and finds that humanity has divided into two hostile species.
The Time Machine parents' guide: ages 5+
Parents need to know that The Time Machine (1960) is a G-rated classic sci-fi adventure about a Victorian inventor who travels to a dystopian future.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes menace from the underground Morlock creatures and dystopian conflict, mild by modern standards.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
George Pal
Cast
- Rod Taylor as H. George Wells
- Alan Young as David Filby / James Filby
- Yvette Mimieux as Weena
- Sebastian Cabot as Dr. Philip Hilyer
- Tom Helmore as Anthony Bridewell
- Whit Bissell as Walter Kemp
- Doris Lloyd as Mrs. Watchett
- Bob Barran as Eloi Man (uncredited)
- Paul Frees as Talking Rings (voice) (uncredited)
The Time Machine FAQ
Is The Time Machine good?
The Time Machine has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 893 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Time Machine?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Time Machine OK for kids?
The Time Machine is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that The Time Machine (1960) is a G-rated classic sci-fi adventure about a Victorian inventor who travels to a dystopian future.
What movies are like The Time Machine?
If you liked The Time Machine, try Ready Player One, Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and Doctor Who: The Snowmen.