How to Cite Films in Harvard Style

To cite a film in Harvard style you will need the following:

• Title of the film
• Film’s date of release
• Name of director
• Place of distribution
• Name of production company

Film citation format: Harvard style 

Film Title (Year of distribution) Directed by Director Initial(s). Surname [Film]. Place of distribution: Production company.

For example:

If the film was viewed on DVD or Blu-ray, the format is as follows:

Film Title (Year of distribution) Directed by Director Initial(s). Surname [DVD/Blue-ray]. Place of distribution: Production company.

For example:

Citing a film streamed online

If you viewed a film on a streaming service like Netflix, Amazon Prime or Mubi, or on a catch-up service like BBC iPlayer or All 4, the format is as follows:

Film Title (Year of distribution) Directed by Director Initial(s). Surname. Available at: Name of Streaming Service (Accessed: Day Month Year).

For example: