The Golden Compass
2007, English. Directed by Chris Weitz.
There are worlds beyond our own. The compass will show the way.
In a parallel universe, after overhearing a shocking secret, precocious orphan Lyra Belacqua trades her carefree existence roaming the halls of Jordan College for an otherworldly adventure in the far North, unaware that it's part of her destiny.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 4,983 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Golden Compass
The Golden Compass is streaming on Netflix, JioHotstar, and VI movies and tv in India.
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Cast & crew
- Chris WeitzDirector
- Dakota Blue RichardsLyra Belacqua
- Nicole KidmanMarisa Coulter
- Daniel CraigLord Asriel
- Ben WalkerRoger Parslow
- Freddie HighmorePantalaimon (voice)
- Ian McKellenIorek Byrnison (voice)
- Eva GreenSerafina Pekkala
- Jim CarterJohn Faa
- Tom CourtenayFarder Coram
- Ian McShaneRagnar Sturlusson (voice)
- Sam ElliottLee Scoresby
- Christopher LeeFirst High Councilor
Details
- Released
- 4 December 2007
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Chris Weitz
- Budget
- $180M
- Box office
- $372M
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News & fan talk
What The Golden Compass is based on
The Golden Compass is based on Northern Lights, a 1995 young adult novel by Philip Pullman.
Young adult novel · 1995
Northern Lights
By Philip Pullman
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The Golden Compass: quick answers
Is The Golden Compass worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 4,983 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Golden Compass?
The Golden Compass runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does The Golden Compass have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Golden Compass. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Golden Compass parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Golden Compass is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Golden Compass on?
The Golden Compass is streaming on Netflix, JioHotstar, and VI movies and tv in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Golden Compass?
If you liked The Golden Compass, try The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Inkheart, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.
Who directed The Golden Compass?
The Golden Compass (2007) was directed by Chris Weitz and stars Dakota Blue Richards, Nicole Kidman, Daniel Craig.
What is The Golden Compass based on?
The Golden Compass is based on Northern Lights, a 1995 young adult novel by Philip Pullman.