Enter the Dragon Review (1973) — 83% Celluloid Score
Directed by Robert Clouse · 1973 ·
Enter the Dragon (1973) earns a 83% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
Calculated from 4 available inputs: Celluloid editorial rating, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb. Audience sentiment is shown separately and never changes the composite. See how we calculate scores.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — currently on Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch Enter the Dragon by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | Sky Cinema |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (93/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (83/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- Celluloid Score 83% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded action pick
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
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Is Enter the Dragon worth watching?
Yes — Enter the Dragon earns a 83% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
The film that sold kung fu to the world — Bruce Lee at the height of his powers, in the only Hollywood production he lived to finish.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Enter the Dragon about?
A martial artist agrees to spy on a reclusive crime lord using his invitation to a tournament there as cover.
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Critic Reviews
Enter the Dragon (1973) Review
★★★★☆
Robert Clouse's Enter the Dragon (1973) remains a defining Action landmark from Hong Kong, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.
Essential viewing — a certified classic.
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