Twilight (2008)
Twilight is streaming in New Zealand on Netflix.
The verdict
Twilight is an average English film; it passes the time without demanding more of you. It carries a 6.3/10 on TMDB across 14,688 ratings — squarely mid-table. It clocks in at a standard 122 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 2h 2m on it?
2h 2m of English fantasy with a drama streak. That score holds across 14,688 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- 6.3/10 across 14,688 ratings — a middling reception, so this one depends on whether the premise appeals to you.
- Skip if
- you'd rather not do the world-building work
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
When Bella Swan moves to a small town in the Pacific Northwest, she falls in love with Edward Cullen, a mysterious classmate who reveals himself to be a 108-year-old vampire. Despite Edward's repeated cautions, Bella can't stay away from him, a fatal move that endangers her own life.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 2m |
| Genre | Fantasy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Catherine Hardwicke
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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