Free Fire
Directed by Ben Wheatley · 2017 ·
Is Free Fire worth watching?
Yes. Free Fire (2017) earns a 65% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (70%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (54%). See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists StudioCanal Presents in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Free Fire by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | Prime Video, U-NEXT |
| Turkey | TV+ |
| United Kingdom | StudioCanal Presents |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (70/100).
- Audience reception was lukewarm (54%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (63/100).
- Celluloid Score 65% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Free Fire worth watching?
Yes — Free Fire earns a 65% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (3/5).
Celluloid verdict
Ben Wheatley’s comic gunfight chamber piece — Murphy’s arms dealer spins through a warehouse shootout farce.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics (70%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (54%).
What is Free Fire about?
Set in Boston in 1978, a meeting in a deserted warehouse between two gangs turns into a shoot-out and a game of survival.
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Critic Reviews
Free Fire (2017) Review: One Warehouse, Too Many Guns
★★★☆☆
Free Fire is Ben Wheatley's 1970s warehouse shootout comedy, a single gunfight stretched to feature length with a sharp cast, great banter and diminishing returns.
It depends. Fans of pitch-black comedy and ensemble banter will have fun, but viewers who need story or stakes may tire of one long gunfight.
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Free Fire: frequently asked questions
Is Free Fire worth watching?
Yes. Free Fire (2017) has a Celluloid Score of 65%, 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 Free Fire?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; TV+ in Turkey; StudioCanal Presents in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Free Fire?
Free Fire runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
What is Free Fire rated?
Free Fire is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA15+ in Australia, 14A in Canada and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Free Fire?
Free Fire is directed by Ben Wheatley and stars Cillian Murphy, Brie Larson, Armie Hammer, Sharlto Copley, Jack Reynor.
What is the Metascore for Free Fire?
Metacritic's Metascore for Free Fire is 63 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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