Leo
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj · 2023 ·
Is Leo worth watching?
Yes. Leo (2023) earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (78%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as லியோ लियो Doce e Sangrento レオ 레오 里奥 ลีโอ สิงห์ร้ายอหังการ (Leo) Người Hùng Leo
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Netflix
Where to watch Leo by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix |
| Indonesia | 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 (78/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (92%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (65/100).
- 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
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Leo worth watching?
Yes — Leo 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 (3.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s stylish crime thriller gives Thalapathy Vijay a dual-identity mass role inside the Lokesh Cinematic Universe.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (78%).
What is Leo about?
Parthiban, a cafe owner, lives with his family in Himachal Pradesh. Things take an absurd turn for him when he gets in the way of a drug cartel.
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Critic Reviews
Leo (2023) Review: A Quiet Café Owner, a Violent Past
★★★½☆
Leo is Lokesh Kanagaraj's Tamil crime thriller starring Vijay as a Himachal café owner whose peaceful life is shattered by a drug cartel. Stylish but uneven.
Yes, with reservations. Vijay fans and followers of Lokesh Kanagaraj's crime universe will enjoy its stylish first half, though the second half is weaker.
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Leo: frequently asked questions
Is Leo worth watching?
Yes. Leo (2023) 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 Leo?
In the United States, Leo streams on Netflix with a subscription. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix in Malaysia; Netflix in Nigeria. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Leo?
Leo runs 2 hours 43 minutes (163 minutes).
What is Leo rated?
Leo is rated NR in the United States, 15 in the UK and UA in India. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Leo?
Leo is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and stars Vijay (Thalapathy), Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Trisha Krishnan, Madonna Sebastian.
What is the Metascore for Leo?
Metacritic's Metascore for Leo is 65 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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