Einstein and Eddington (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 2008, Einstein and Eddington is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Philip Martin, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. A look at the evolution of Albert Einstein's theory of relativity, and Einstein's relationship with British scientist Sir Arthur Eddington, the first physicist to understand his ideas.

Who’s in it. Einstein and Eddington stars David Tennant as Arthur Eddington, Richard McCabe as Frank Dyson, Andy Serkis as Albert Einstein and Patrick Kennedy as William Marston, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Einstein and Eddington has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Einstein and Eddington page.

If you liked it. Fans of Einstein and Eddington tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Einstein and Eddington (2008)?
In US, Einstein and Eddington is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Einstein and Eddington worth watching?
Einstein and Eddington holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Einstein and Eddington?
Einstein and Eddington stars David Tennant, Richard McCabe, Andy Serkis, Patrick Kennedy and Rebecca Hall.
When was Einstein and Eddington released?
Einstein and Eddington was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.