On April 16, 2025, an update was made to include the official streaming release of “The Brutalist” along with the latest pricing details. This film can now be watched at home, allowing viewers to pause and resume at their convenience. Siddhant Adlakha from Mashable praised it as a “modern American masterpiece,” and it was recognized as one of the best films of 2024.
Directed by Brady Corbet, “The Brutalist” is set in the post-World War II era, providing a poignant narrative about immigrants, architecture, and Jewish identity. The cast includes Adrien Brody, who received both the Golden Globe and the Academy Award for his portrayal of László Tóth, along with Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, and Raffey Cassidy. The film received multiple nominations at the 2025 Academy Awards, taking home awards for Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, and Best Lead Actor.
“The Brutalist” chronicles the life of László Tóth, a fictional Jewish Hungarian architect and Holocaust survivor, over several decades following his arrival in America after World War II. According to Adlakha, the film captures the essence of American epics that are no longer produced by Hollywood studios, with a focus on exploring post-World War II Jewish identity.
Ranked 17th among the best films of 2024, “The Brutalist” achieved prominence during the awards season, winning the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for Brody, and Best Director for Corbet. It received 10 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, Lead Actor, Supporting Actor, and Supporting Actress, though it did not win the Best Picture award. However, it secured wins in other major categories.
As of now, the A24 film holds a 93% critic rating and an 80% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The review from Mashable describes it as a celebration of the American dream with meticulous narrative construction and profound human insights.
For home viewing, “The Brutalist” can be bought or rented through digital video-on-demand platforms. The film made its digital debut less than two months post-theatrical release and is available for purchase from platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV. Renters have 30 days to begin watching and must finish within 48 hours after starting the 3.5-hour movie.
Additionally, the film will be available for streaming on Max come May 16. This follows a multi-year agreement between A24 and Warner Bros. Discovery, which will feature “The Brutalist” alongside other A24 titles on Max.
Max subscriptions start at $9.99 per month, with various deals available for saving on the service. Options include annual subscriptions with ads or ad-free, discounts for students, bundle deals, and promotional offers for specific customer profiles such as Cricket customers or DoorDash users. For example, benefits include cheaper annual subscriptions when paid upfront, free Max subscriptions for eligible Cricket and DoorDash customers, as well as bundle packages that offer a combination of Max, Hulu, and Disney+ at a discounted rate.
