Oppenheimer (2023)
▸ Must watch
Oppenheimer is streaming in New Zealand on Hayu Amazon Channel.
The verdict
Oppenheimer stands out as one of the better-rated English films around at the moment. It carries an 8.0/10 on TMDB across 12,511 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. At 181 minutes, it asks for a real chunk of your night. In New Zealand you can stream it on Hayu Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 3h 1m on it?
3h 1m of English drama with history threaded through. That score holds across 12,511 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.0/10 across 12,511 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you don't have a clear three hours
- Best for
- A free weekend evening
Story
The story of J. Robert Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.
Good to know
| Runtime | 3h 1m — long |
| Watch with family? | M · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / History |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Christopher Nolan
Cast
Cillian Murphy
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Emily Blunt
Kitty Oppenheimer
Matt Damon
Leslie Groves
Robert Downey Jr.
Lewis Strauss
Florence Pugh
Jean Tatlock
Josh Hartnett
Ernest Lawrence
Where to watch in New Zealand
Hayu Amazon Channel
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
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Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Oppenheimer worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.0/10 on audience ratings. 3h 1m of English drama with history threaded through. That score holds across 12,511 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
Where can I watch Oppenheimer?
You can stream Oppenheimer in New Zealand on Hayu Amazon Channel.
When is Oppenheimer coming to streaming?
Oppenheimer is already streaming in New Zealand on Hayu Amazon Channel.
Is Oppenheimer family friendly?
Oppenheimer is rated M. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Oppenheimer in?
Oppenheimer is an English film (Drama / History).