The Big Short (2016)
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The Big Short is streaming in New Zealand on Disney+.
What the audience says
The Big Short holds up as a perfectly decent English film, if not a remarkable one. It holds a 7.4/10 on TMDB from 10,146 ratings, well above what most films manage.
Should you spend 2h 11m on it?
2h 11m of English comedy, leaning drama. With 10,146 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- It sits at 7.4/10 across 10,146 ratings: dependable, not remarkable.
- Skip if
- you're in the mood for something with weight
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
The men who made millions from a global economic meltdown.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 11m |
| Watch with family? | M · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Comedy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Adam McKay
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 10 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All Disney+ titles in New Zealand
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