K.G.F: Chapter 1 Review (2018) — 80% Celluloid Score
Directed by Prashanth Neel · 2018 ·
Is K.G.F: Chapter 1 worth watching?
Yes. K.G.F: Chapter 1 (2018) earns an 80% 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 ಕೆಜಿಎಫ್ ಅಧ್ಯಾಯ ೧ के.जी.एफ: Chapter 1 K.G.F: Capítulo 1 케이.지.에프 : 전설의 시작 科拉尔金矿 科拉爾金礦 K.G.F : Bölüm 1 เคจีเอฟ วีรบุรุษเหมืองทองโกลาร์
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
Where to watch K.G.F: Chapter 1 by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video |
| Indonesia | Prime Video |
| Japan | Prime Video, Hulu |
| Malaysia | Prime Video |
| Nigeria | Prime Video |
| Pakistan | Prime Video |
| Philippines | Prime Video |
| South Africa | Prime Video |
| South Korea | Prime Video, Wavve, TVING |
| Thailand | Prime Video |
| United Arab Emirates | Prime Video |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video |
| United States | Prime Video |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (86/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (85%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (74/100).
- IMDb users score it 8.2/10.
- Celluloid Score 80% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded action, thriller, adventure, crime pick
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
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Is K.G.F: Chapter 1 worth watching?
Yes — K.G.F: Chapter 1 earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded action, thriller, adventure, crime pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Prashanth Neel’s Kannada mining-empire origin story launched Yash as a pan-Indian action icon.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is K.G.F: Chapter 1 about?
A period drama set in the 1970s, KGF follows the story of a fierce rebel who rises against the brutal oppression in Kolar Gold Fields and becomes the symbol of hope to legions of downtrodden people.
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Critic Reviews
K.G.F: Chapter 1 (2018) Review: Myth-Making in a Gold Mine
★★★★☆
K.G.F: Chapter 1 is Prashanth Neel's Kannada period action epic about a gangster's rise in the Kolar Gold Fields, a swaggering origin myth that made Yash a star.
Yes. It is a thunderous, stylish mass-action spectacle for genre fans, though its frenetic editing and thin female roles will put some viewers off.
K.G.F: Chapter 1 stills
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K.G.F: Chapter 1: frequently asked questions
Is K.G.F: Chapter 1 worth watching?
Yes. K.G.F: Chapter 1 (2018) has a Celluloid Score of 80%, 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 K.G.F: Chapter 1?
In the United States, K.G.F: Chapter 1 streams on Prime Video with a subscription. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Prime Video in Indonesia; Prime Video, Hulu in Japan; Prime Video in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is K.G.F: Chapter 1?
K.G.F: Chapter 1 runs 2 hours 36 minutes (156 minutes).
What is K.G.F: Chapter 1 rated?
K.G.F: Chapter 1 is rated PG-13 in the United States, UA in India and NR in Malaysia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in K.G.F: Chapter 1?
K.G.F: Chapter 1 is directed by Prashanth Neel and stars Yash, Srinidhi Shetty, Ramachandra Raju, Archana Jois, Anant Nag.
What is the Metascore for K.G.F: Chapter 1?
Metacritic's Metascore for K.G.F: Chapter 1 is 74 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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