Drive My Car Review (2021) — 87% Celluloid Score
Directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi · 2021 ·
Is Drive My Car worth watching?
Yes. Drive My Car (2021) earns an 87% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (82%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as ドライブ・マイ・カー 드라이브 마이 카 驾驶我的车 在車上 สุดทางรัก Cầm Lái Cho Tôi
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists KlikFilm in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Drive My Car by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | MUBI |
| Indonesia | KlikFilm |
| Japan | Prime Video, Disney+, U-NEXT |
| Malaysia | MUBI |
| Nigeria | MUBI |
| Pakistan | MUBI |
| South Africa | MUBI |
| South Korea | TVING |
| Turkey | MUBI, TV+, HBO Max |
| United Arab Emirates | MUBI |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (98/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (82%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (91/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.2/5).
- Celluloid Score 87% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
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Is Drive My Car worth watching?
Yes — Drive My Car earns an 87% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Drive My Car — Best Screenplay at Cannes 2021. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (82%).
What is Drive My Car about?
Yusuke Kafuku, a stage actor and director, still unable, after two years, to cope with the loss of his beloved wife, accepts to direct Uncle Vanya at a theater festival in Hiroshima. There he meets Misaki, an introverted young woman, appointed to drive his car. In between rides, secrets from the past and heartfelt confessions will be unveiled.
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Critic Reviews
Drive My Car (2021) Review: Learning to Listen
★★★★½
Ryusuke Hamaguchi's drama uses a car, a theatre rehearsal and the spaces between conversations to examine grief. A spoiler-free look at the performances, pacing and emotional demands.
A deeply rewarding drama for an attentive evening. Drive My Car finds emotional movement in listening and repetition, though its three-hour duration and restrained pace will not suit every mood.
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Drive My Car: frequently asked questions
Is Drive My Car worth watching?
Yes. Drive My Car (2021) has a Celluloid Score of 87%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Drive My Car?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: MUBI in India; KlikFilm in Indonesia; Prime Video, Disney+, U-NEXT in Japan; MUBI in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Drive My Car?
Drive My Car runs 2 hours 59 minutes (179 minutes).
What is Drive My Car rated?
Drive My Car is rated NR in the United States, 15 in the UK, 21+ in Indonesia, MA15+ in Australia and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Drive My Car?
Drive My Car is directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi and stars Hidetoshi Nishijima, Toko Miura, Masaki Okada, Reika Kirishima, Park Yu-rim.
What is the Metascore for Drive My Car?
Metacritic's Metascore for Drive My Car is 91 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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