Jonathan Ross: ‘Christopher Nolan made one of the dullest movies I’ve ever seen’

Jonathan Ross takes dig at Christopher Nolan as he slams 'most boring' film ever seen

Jonathan Ross has delivered a withering assessment of Christopher Nolan's Oscar-winning Oppenheimer, branding it "one of the most boring movies, one of the dullest experiences I've ever had at the cinema". The 65-year-old broadcaster made the remarks despite having recently sat down with Nolan for an interview. "I'm not part of the cult of Christopher Nolan," he declared. Ross reserved particular frustration for the film's closing act. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say "The final third of that movie I was begging for release," he said, while conceding that the 2023 biographical thriller contains "some incredible moments" and Mr Nolan's "skill as a filmmaker is beyond doubt and unquestionable". His reservations extend to Mr Nolan's writing abilities, which he suggested also hampered his enjoyment of The Odyssey. "As a writer, I find him wanting sometimes," Ross added. The veteran critic, who currently hosts a film music programme on Classic FM and co-presents the weekly podcast Reel Talk with his daughter Honey, does not believe 2026 represents a high point for the medium. He fondly recalls the eclectic offerings of 1970s cinema, when major releases such as The Exorcist, Star Wars and Alien shared screens with obscure fare from the likes of Roger Corman. "Certainly it was an interesting time to be a young person," he reflected, recalling a memorable double bill pairing a kung fu picture with a soft-core film at his local cinema. Ross grew up in London and joined a film club in Gants Hill aged 14, long before home video existed. As for 2026 releases that have impressed him, the independently produced horror Obsession stands out. LATEST DEVELOPMENTS Vito Coppola developed health condition after BBC Strictly star embroiled in 'toxic bullying' ordeal BBC Dragons’ Den star bravely recalls ‘very violent’ sexual assault: 'Lucky to be alive!' Jason Manford forced to pay eye-watering sum as comedian and BBC star settles tax bill "I've watched it three

Jonathan Ross: ‘Christopher Nolan made one of the dullest movies I’ve ever seen’

'I was begging for release.'