The Crown Prosecution Service authorized the Metropolitan Police to charge the 70-year-old after a review of evidence gathered by the force.
The Metropolitan Police said it is alleged two offences took place between 31 July and 31 August 1996.
The force said the alleged victim is a woman who is now aged in her fifties.
Weinstein’s producer credits include; Pulp Fiction, Shakespeare in Love and The King’s Speech.
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