The Worst Person in the World (2021)
Kernel Score: 86% · 1,765 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Romance, Comedy
Released: 2021-10-13
Runtime: 128 minutes
Where to watch The Worst Person in the World
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The chronicles of four years in the life of Julie, a young woman who navigates the troubled waters of her love life and struggles to find her career path, leading her to take a realistic look at who she really is.
The Worst Person in the World parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Worst Person in the World is an R-rated relationship drama including drug use and a cancer storyline.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Centers on shifting adult romantic and sexual relationships, including an affair-adjacent breakup.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Includes use of magic mushrooms among adult characters navigating relationships.
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
- Renate Reinsve as Julie
- Anders Danielsen Lie as Aksel
- Herbert Nordrum as Eivind
- Hans Olav Brenner as Ole Magnus
- Helene Bjørneby as Karianne
- Vidar Sandem as Per Harald
- Maria Grazia Di Meo as Sunniva
- Lasse Gretland as Kristoffer
- Karen Røise Kielland as Tone
- Marianne Krogh as Eva
The Worst Person in the World FAQ
Is The Worst Person in the World good?
The Worst Person in the World has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,765 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Worst Person in the World?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Worst Person in the World OK for kids?
The Worst Person in the World is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Worst Person in the World is an R-rated relationship drama including drug use and a cancer storyline.
What movies are like The Worst Person in the World?
If you liked The Worst Person in the World, try Ruby Sparks, All My Life, Miss You Already and Blindspotting.