Beautiful Thing
1996, English. Directed by Hettie Macdonald.
An urban fairytale.
During a long, hot summer on the Thamesmead Estate in Southeast London, three teenagers edge towards adulthood.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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7.3/10 from 366 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Beautiful Thing
Beautiful Thing isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 21 June 1996
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Jonathan Harvey
- Box office
- $1.5M
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What Beautiful Thing is based on
Beautiful Thing is adapted from a play or musical.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Beautiful Thing: quick answers
Is Beautiful Thing worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 366 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Beautiful Thing?
Beautiful Thing runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Beautiful Thing have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Beautiful Thing. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Beautiful Thing parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Beautiful Thing is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Beautiful Thing on?
Beautiful Thing isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Beautiful Thing?
If you liked Beautiful Thing, try But I'm a Cheerleader, Am I OK?, Benjamin.
Who directed Beautiful Thing?
Beautiful Thing (1996) was directed by Hettie Macdonald and stars Glen Berry, Scott Neal, Linda Henry.
What is Beautiful Thing based on?
Beautiful Thing is adapted from a play or musical.