Movie
Helvetica
Typography, Graphic Design and Global Visual Culture
Helvetica is a feature-length independent film about typography, graphic design and global visual culture. It looks at the proliferation of one typeface (which will celebrate its 50th birthday in 2007) as part of a larger conversation about the way type affects our lives. The film is an exploration of urban spaces in major cities and the type that inhabits them, and a fluid discussion with renowned designers about their work, the creative process, and the choices and aesthetics behind their use of type.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Where to watch in United States
Checked Sep 3, 2026
Helvetica is available to stream on The Criterion Channel in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon and Apple TV. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Synopsis
Helvetica is a feature-length independent film about typography, graphic design and global visual culture. It looks at the proliferation of one typeface (which will celebrate its 50th birthday in 2007) as part of a larger conversation about the way type affects our lives. The film is an exploration of urban spaces in major cities and the type that inhabits them, and a fluid discussion with renowned designers about their work, the creative process, and the choices and aesthetics behind their use of type.
More about Helvetica
Cast
Credits
- Directed by
- Gary Hustwit
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Collection
- Design Trilogy
Production
- Swiss Dots
- Veer
Themes
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