Doctor Strange

Name: Doctor Strange
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Released: November 4, 2016
Duration: 115 min
Rating: 72
Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Benedict Wong, Benjamin Bratt, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mads Mikkelsen

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Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: November 4, 2016 | PG-13

Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Benedict Wong, Benjamin Bratt, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mads Mikkelsen, Michael Stuhlbarg, Rachel McAdams, Scott Adkins, Tilda Swinton

Summary: After a tragic car accident, talented neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) must put ego aside and learn the secrets of a hidden world of mysticism and alternate dimensions. Based in New York City's Greenwich Village, Doctor Strange must act as an intermediary between the real world and what lies beyond, utilizing aAfter a tragic car accident, talented neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) must put ego aside and learn the secrets of a hidden world of mysticism and alternate dimensions. Based in New York City's Greenwich Village, Doctor Strange must act as an intermediary between the real world and what lies beyond, utilizing a vast array of metaphysical abilities and artifacts to protect the Marvel Cinematic Universe.… Expand

Director: Scott Derrickson

Genre(s): Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 115 min

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Calvin Wilson

Nov 3, 2016

Doctor Strange doesn’t always make sense — but so what? It’s a mind-blowing special-effects extravaganza, and the most exciting comic-book flick since “Deadpool.” Read full review

Steve Persall

Nov 2, 2016

A nice balance of solemn myth making and genre irreverence lifts Doctor Strange to Marvel's first tier of movie franchises. Read full review

Manohla Dargis

Nov 3, 2016

The space-and-time warping and mirrored realities in Doctor Strange are a blast. They’re inventive enough that they awaken wonder, provoking that delicious question: How did they do that? Read full review

Tom Russo

Nov 3, 2016

The upshot: The movie develops a distinctively trippy identity. Read full review

Stephanie Zacharek

Nov 4, 2016

Doctor Strange has one significant quality that most Marvel adaptations lack: A sense of humor about itself, which it wears as lightly as the most gossamer Cloak of Levitation. Read full review

IndieWire David Ehrlich

Oct 23, 2016

As with all of the best installments of the MCU, the film’s unique strengths have a perverse way of highlighting the franchise’s shared weaknesses. But Doctor Strange deserves credit for treating several of the ailments that have been infecting the series, and for diagnosing several more. Read full review

Rex Reed

Nov 2, 2016

People who ask nothing more for their money than a lot of nerve-scrambling computerized special effects might get through Doctor Strange, another in a long line of lengthy, stupid and unbearable Marvel Studios comic books on film, with minimal brain damage. Read full review

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Justcool777

Nov 4, 2016

To some, it is an explosion of impeccable animation, CGI, and special effects. To some a hearty movie enjoyed by the family. But to me, this is all that story-telling should be. Marvel never ceases to elevate their standards even to a character that doesn't have much fame and appeal to someTo some, it is an explosion of impeccable animation, CGI, and special effects. To some a hearty movie enjoyed by the family. But to me, this is all that story-telling should be. Marvel never ceases to elevate their standards even to a character that doesn't have much fame and appeal to some folks out there.

Throughout the movie, you'll find yourself engaged with the light humor they've added especially the limitless action and thrill that comprise every scene, not to forget the gigantic smear of imagination on the side of the plate.

Unlike any other movie, this one you would want to watch on the big screen. The motive is yours but I urge you for the experience of it all. You won't ever regret your dollars spent.… Expand

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BuckyWhiteWolf

Nov 17, 2018

Benedict Cumberbatch shines as the main character in this magical, visually gorgeous, surprisingly refreshing origin story that introduces an Avenger that is certain to make a difference.

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JasonAllen

Jan 21, 2020

I loved how they choreographed the scenes in this movie. Action-packed and with visuals that don't let up. Please stay for the post-credit clip.

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EricHill

Jan 22, 2020

This movie showed me that talent is not everything. If we got it, let's be humble and give a helping hand to those in need instead of bragging about the things we're good at.

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busbfran

Nov 4, 2016

It's a fun action piece with hit & miss comedy. Benedict Cumberbatch performance is underwhelming along with the rest of the cast. Dr. Strange is a refreshing concept but never really reaches thrilling heights.

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HPFANBOY1237

Apr 9, 2017

SO overrated! I'm so disappointed with this film, it started great and then just became a complete mess, jumping place to place with a horrible villain. While some of Doctor Strange shines most of it is just disappointing.

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Dostoyevsky3

May 11, 2020

A rushed and underdeveloped origin story burdened by exposition and bloated with needless action that causes the weakest character relationships in the mcu. Doctor Strange was officially killed by its unethical values and terrible messages such as dark magic, whitewashing, and an atrociousA rushed and underdeveloped origin story burdened by exposition and bloated with needless action that causes the weakest character relationships in the mcu. Doctor Strange was officially killed by its unethical values and terrible messages such as dark magic, whitewashing, and an atrocious ending of nature manipulation.… Expand

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