Good Will Hunting
Directed by Gus Van Sant · 1997 ·
Is Good Will Hunting worth watching?
Yes. Good Will Hunting (1997) earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Mente indomable El indomable Will Hunting Will Hunting Gênio Indomável グッド・ウィル・ハンティング／旅立ち 굿 윌 헌팅 心灵捕手 心靈捕手
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Apple TV+
- Paramount+
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Good Will Hunting by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar |
| Japan | Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT |
| Pakistan | Netflix |
| Turkey | TV+ |
| United Arab Emirates | Shahid |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Prime Video, Paramount+ |
| United States | Apple TV+, Paramount+ |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (86/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (80/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.4/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
Not ideal for
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Is Good Will Hunting worth watching?
Yes — Good Will Hunting earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick.
Celluloid verdict
IMDb Top 250 #74 (8.4/10) — Good Will Hunting remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.
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Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Good Will Hunting about?
Will Hunting is a headstrong, working-class genius who is failing the lessons of life. After one too many run-ins with the law, Will's last chance is a psychology professor, who might be the only man who can reach him.
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Good Will Hunting: frequently asked questions
Is Good Will Hunting worth watching?
Yes. Good Will Hunting (1997) has a Celluloid Score of 83%, 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 Good Will Hunting?
In the United States, Good Will Hunting streams on Apple TV+, Paramount+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar in India; Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in Pakistan; TV+ in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Good Will Hunting?
Good Will Hunting runs 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).
What is Good Will Hunting rated?
Good Will Hunting is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia, PG in the Philippines 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 Good Will Hunting?
Good Will Hunting is directed by Gus Van Sant and stars Matt Damon, Robin Williams, Ben Affleck, Stellan Skarsgård, Minnie Driver.
What is the Metascore for Good Will Hunting?
Metacritic's Metascore for Good Will Hunting is 80 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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