The Imitation Game (2014)
The Imitation Game is streaming in the UK on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.
The verdict
The Imitation Game landed among the stronger English films of its release window. It holds an 8.0/10 on TMDB from 18,432 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 113 minutes. In the UK you can stream it on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 1h 53m on it?
1h 53m of English history, leaning drama, not one for younger kids. With 18,432 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- A 8.0/10 that holds up over 18,432 ratings, which puts it at the top of the current list.
- Skip if
- you'd rather not keep track of who's who
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
Based on the real life story of legendary cryptanalyst Alan Turing, the film portrays the nail-biting race against time by Turing and his brilliant team of code-breakers at Britain's top-secret Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park, during the darkest days of World War II.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 53m |
| Watch with family? | 12A · Older kids & up |
| Genre | History / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Morten Tyldum
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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