What is the Metascore for I, Daniel Blake?

I, Daniel Blake has a Metascore of 78 out of 100 on Celluloid.

Where can I watch I, Daniel Blake?

I, Daniel Blake is available on fuboTV, Paramount+, AMC+, Sundance Now. Availability varies by region — check your local streaming guide.

What countries is I, Daniel Blake streaming in?

I, Daniel Blake streams on Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Wavve, TVING in South Korea; fuboTV, Paramount+, AMC+, Sundance Now in the United States. Subscription availability only; rental and purchase options may differ.

I, Daniel Blake Review (2016) — 82% Celluloid Score

Directed by Ken Loach · 2016 · Last reviewed August 31, 2026

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Answer Summary

I, Daniel Blake (2016) earns a 82% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

Quick Verdict

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.

82%

Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

92% Editorial Rating

88% Audience snapshot · excluded

78 Metascore

★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.9

7.8 IMDb /10

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Runtime: 1h 40m
Cast: Dave Johns , Hayley Squires , Briana Shann , Dylan McKiernan , Kate Rutter , Sharon Percy , Kema Sikazwe , Magpie Richens , Amanda Payne , Chris McGlade
Streaming: fuboTV, Paramount+, AMC+, Sundance Now
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English

Official theatrical poster for I, Daniel Blake (2016)

Theatrical release

Where to watch

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Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home

Where to watch I, Daniel Blake by country

Country	Streaming on
Japan	Hulu, U-NEXT
South Korea	Wavve, TVING
United States	fuboTV, Paramount+, AMC+, Sundance Now

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Why this score?

Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (92/100).
General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
Metascore is generally favorable (78/100).
Celluloid Score 82% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.

Best for

Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
Short runtime — easy weeknight watch

Not ideal for

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Is I, Daniel Blake worth watching?

Yes — I, Daniel Blake earns a 82% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.

Celluloid Verdict

I, Daniel Blake — Palme d'Or at Cannes 2016. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.
Celluloid editorial verdict

Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

What is I, Daniel Blake about?

A middle aged carpenter, who requires state welfare after injuring himself, is joined by a single mother in a similar scenario.

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