Gully Boy Review (2019) — 71% Celluloid Score
Directed by Zoya Akhtar · 2019 ·
Is Gully Boy worth watching?
Yes. Gully Boy (2019) earns a 71% 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 गल्ली बॉय 걸리 보이 印度有嘻哈 街頭有嘻哈 Sokağın Sesi กัลลีบอย
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Netflix
Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
Where to watch Gully Boy by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix |
| Indonesia | Netflix |
| Japan | Netflix |
| Malaysia | Netflix |
| Nigeria | Netflix |
| Pakistan | Netflix |
| Philippines | Netflix |
| South Africa | Netflix |
| South Korea | Netflix |
| Thailand | Netflix |
| Turkey | Netflix |
| United Arab Emirates | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Netflix |
| United States | Netflix |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (79/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (82%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (71/100).
- Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Gully Boy worth watching?
Yes — Gully Boy earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Zoya Akhtar’s Mumbai hip-hop drama put Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt inside India’s underground rap scene — Oscar India’s entry that year.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Gully Boy about?
Murad, an underdog, struggles to convey his views on social issues and life in Dharavi through rapping. His life changes drastically when he meets a local rapper, Shrikant alias MC Sher.
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Critic Reviews
Gully Boy (2019) Review: Mumbai Rap Finds Its Voice
★★★★☆
Gully Boy is Zoya Akhtar's vivid Mumbai hip-hop drama, with Ranveer Singh as a young man from Dharavi who finds his voice in rap. It is long but electric.
Yes. It is a lively, well-acted underdog drama with real musical energy, best for viewers who can give it two and a half hours and forgive a familiar arc.
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Gully Boy: frequently asked questions
Is Gully Boy worth watching?
Yes. Gully Boy (2019) has a Celluloid Score of 71%, 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 Gully Boy?
In the United States, Gully Boy streams on Netflix with a subscription, and you can rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Gully Boy?
Gully Boy runs 2 hours 36 minutes (156 minutes).
What is Gully Boy rated?
Gully Boy is rated 12A in the UK, UA in India and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Gully Boy?
Gully Boy is directed by Zoya Akhtar and stars Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Raaz, Vijay Varma.
What is the Metascore for Gully Boy?
Metacritic's Metascore for Gully Boy is 71 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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