A Beautiful Mind (2001)
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A Beautiful Mind is streaming in Canada on Netflix.
What the audience says
A Beautiful Mind rates well above most English films. It holds a 7.9/10 on TMDB from 11,496 ratings, well above what most films manage. It runs a manageable 135 minutes. In Canada you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 2h 15m on it?
2h 15m of English drama, leaning romance. With 11,496 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- A 7.9/10 that holds up over 11,496 ratings, which puts it at the top of the current list.
- Skip if
- you want a story that moves quickly
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experiences it all. As a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, he made a groundbreaking discovery early in his career and stands on the brink of international acclaim. But as the handsome and arrogant Nash accepts secret work in cryptography, he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. His life takes a nightmarish turn and he soon finds himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 15m |
| Watch with family? | 18A · Adults only |
| Genre | Drama / Romance |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Ron Howard
Cast
Where to watch in Canada
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Oct 14, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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