How do I cite a movie or film in Harvard?

To cite a movie or film in Harvard (Cite Them Right), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.

What is the Harvard format for a movie or film citation?

The Harvard format for a movie or film is: Director, A.A. (dir.) (Year) Title of film [Film]. Place: Production Company.

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How to Cite a Movie or Film in Harvard (Cite Them Right)

Learn how to cite a movie or film in Harvard format (Cite Them Right). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Harvard Reference List Format

Here is the standard Harvard format for citing a movie or film in your reference list:

Director, A.A. (dir.) (Year) Title of film [Film]. Place: Production Company.

Harvard In-Text Citation

Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:

Parenthetical

(Director, Year)

Narrative

Director (Year) presents...

Step-by-Step Guide

Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your movie or film.
Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Harvard (Cite Them Right) template shown above.
Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Harvard requirements.

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