You can delete a review you wrote on IMDb, but only if you posted it yourself and the account still exists
IMDb lets you remove any review you wrote from your own account. The process takes about two minutes. You cannot delete reviews that other people wrote, and you cannot delete a review if your account has been closed. If your account is still active and you remember your login, you can delete the review directly through IMDb's website or mobile app.
The catch: once you delete a review, it is gone permanently. IMDb does not keep a copy you can restore later. If you change your mind, you would have to write the review again from scratch.
Key Takeaways
- You can only delete reviews you wrote yourself from an active IMDb account — you cannot remove other people's reviews or reviews posted under a closed account.
- Deleting a review is permanent and cannot be undone, so make sure you want it gone before you confirm.
- The delete button appears on your own review when you are signed in, either on the movie or TV show page or in your profile's review list.
- If you want to change what your review says instead of removing it entirely, you can edit it rather than delete it.
How to delete a review from the movie or show page
Start by signing into your IMDb account and finding the movie or TV show you reviewed. Scroll down to the reviews section and look for your own review — it will have your username at the top. Below your review text, you will see a row of buttons. Click the three dots (the "more" menu) if you do not see a delete button right away.
A menu will pop up with options including "Delete". Click that option. IMDb will ask you to confirm that you want to delete the review. Click "Delete review" again to finish. The review disappears when ready from the page and from your profile.
How to delete a review from your profile
If you cannot remember which movie or show you reviewed, you can delete from your profile instead. Sign in, click your account icon in the top right corner, and select "Your reviews" from the dropdown menu. This shows a list of every review you have written.
Find the review you want to remove and click the three dots next to it. Select "Delete" and confirm. The review is removed from both your profile and the movie or show page.
The difference between deleting and editing a review
Deleting removes the review entirely — your username will no longer appear under that movie or show, and the text vanishes. Editing keeps your review on the page but changes what it says. If you just want to fix a typo, change your rating, or update your thoughts, editing is the better choice because you keep a record that you reviewed it.
To edit instead of delete, click the three dots on your review and select "Edit". Change the text or rating and click "Save". The updated review stays on the page with the same timestamp as the original.
What happens if your account is closed
If you have closed your IMDb account, you cannot delete reviews from that account anymore. The reviews stay on the site under your old username, but they are no longer connected to an active profile. IMDb does not remove reviews just because the account that posted them is gone.
If you want those reviews gone, you would need to reopen your account first, then delete them. If you cannot remember your login or no longer have access to the email address tied to the account, you can contact IMDb's support team to ask about your options, though they cannot delete reviews on your behalf.
Reviews that IMDb may remove without your request
IMDb has its own rules about what reviews stay on the site. Reviews that contain spoilers, personal attacks, spam, or links to outside websites may be removed by IMDb's moderation team even if you do not delete them yourself. If your review was removed this way, you will usually see a message explaining why when you try to view it.
You cannot appeal a removal or ask IMDb to restore a deleted review. If you believe a removal was a mistake, you can contact IMDb support with details about the review, but the decision is final.
Why you might want to delete a review
People delete reviews for different reasons. You might have changed your mind about a movie after watching it again. You might have written something you now find embarrassing. You might want to remove a review that contains a spoiler you did not realize you were including. Or you might straightforward want to clean up your profile and remove old reviews you no longer stand behind.
Whatever the reason, the choice is yours. IMDb does not penalize you for deleting reviews, and there is no limit to how many you can remove.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete someone else's review of the same movie?
No. You can only delete reviews you wrote yourself. If you see a review from another user that you think violates IMDb's rules — because it contains spam, hate speech, or spoilers — you can report it using the flag icon on that review. IMDb's moderation team will decide whether to remove it.
What if I deleted a review by accident?
IMDb does not restore deleted reviews. If you want that review back on the site, you would have to write it again. This is why IMDb asks you to confirm before deleting — it is a safeguard against accidental removal.
Does deleting my review affect my IMDb rating or profile score?
Deleting a review does not change your overall rating on IMDb or affect how the site ranks your profile. It straightforward removes that one review from the page and your history.
Can I delete a review if I am not signed in?
No. You must be signed into the account that posted the review. IMDb uses this to make sure only the person who wrote the review can remove it. If you forgot your password, you can reset it using the "Forgot password" link on the login page.