Carol
2015, English. Directed by Todd Haynes.
Some people change your life forever.
In 1950s New York, a department-store clerk who dreams of a better life falls for an older, married woman.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Carol
Carol is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Lionsgate+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Todd HaynesDirector
- Cate BlanchettCarol Aird
- Rooney MaraTherese Belivet
- Kyle ChandlerHarge Aird
- Jake LacyRichard Semco
- Sarah PaulsonAbby Gerhard
- John MagaroDannie McElroy
- Cory Michael SmithTommy Tucker
- Kevin CrowleyFred Haymes
- Nik PajicPhil McElroy
- Carrie BrownsteinGenevieve Cantrell
- Trent RowlandJack Taft
- Sadie HeimRindy Aird
Details
- Released
- 20 November 2015
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Phyllis Nagy
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $40M
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What Carol is based on
Carol is based on The Price of Salt, a 1952 novel by Patricia Highsmith, published by G. P. Putnam's Sons.
Novel · 1952
The Price of Salt
By Patricia Highsmith
Published by G. P. Putnam's Sons
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Carol: quick answers
Is Carol worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 4,070 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Carol?
Carol runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Carol have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Carol. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Carol parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Carol is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Carol on?
Carol is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Lionsgate+ in India. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Carol?
If you liked Carol, try Portrait of a Lady on Fire, On Swift Horses, Desert Hearts.
Who directed Carol?
Carol (2015) was directed by Todd Haynes and stars Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara, Kyle Chandler.
What is Carol based on?
Carol is based on The Price of Salt, a 1952 novel by Patricia Highsmith, published by G. P. Putnam's Sons.