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Nightcrawler Review (2014) — 82% Celluloid Score

Directed by Dan Gilroy · 2014 ·

Short answer

Is Nightcrawler worth watching?

Yes. Nightcrawler (2014) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (95%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (85%). See the 4 inputs.

82%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

95% Editorial Rating
85% Audience snapshot · excluded
76 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4
7.8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 58m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · A (India) · MA 15+ (Australia) · 14A (Canada)
Cast
Jake Gyllenhaal , Rene Russo , Riz Ahmed , Bill Paxton , Kevin Rahm , Michael Hyatt , Price Carson , Ann Cusack
Streaming
Netflix, Sundance Now
Language
English

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Where to watch

  • Netflix
  • Sundance Now

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Nightcrawler by country

Country Streaming on
Japan Prime Video, U-NEXT
Philippines iflix
South Korea Netflix, Wavve, TVING
United Kingdom Netflix, Sky Cinema, BFI Player, Sundance Now
United States Netflix, Sundance Now

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (95/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (85%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (76/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
  • Celluloid Score 82% 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 crime, drama, thriller pick
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Nightcrawler worth watching?

    Yes — Nightcrawler earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded crime, drama, thriller pick. Read our full review (4/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Gyllenhaal’s amoral stringer thriller is a modern media nightmare — still a critic-proof Stars signature.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (95%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (85%).

    What is Nightcrawler about?

    When Lou Bloom, desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story. Aiding him in his effort is Nina, a TV-news veteran.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Nightcrawler

    Nightcrawler (2014) Review: If It Bleeds, It Leads

    Nightcrawler is Dan Gilroy's queasy Los Angeles thriller about a ruthless freelance crime cameraman, driven by one of Jake Gyllenhaal's most unsettling performances.

    Yes. It is a gripping, darkly funny media satire with a mesmerising lead, though its message about TV news is delivered with more force than subtlety.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Nightcrawler: frequently asked questions

    Is Nightcrawler worth watching?

    Yes. Nightcrawler (2014) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, 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 Nightcrawler?

    In the United States, Nightcrawler streams on Netflix, Sundance Now with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, YouTube, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; iflix in the Philippines; Netflix, Wavve, TVING in South Korea; Netflix, Sky Cinema, BFI Player, Sundance Now in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Nightcrawler?

    Nightcrawler runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

    What is Nightcrawler rated?

    Nightcrawler is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, A in India, MA 15+ in Australia and 14A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Nightcrawler?

    Nightcrawler is directed by Dan Gilroy and stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo, Riz Ahmed, Bill Paxton, Kevin Rahm.

    What is the Metascore for Nightcrawler?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Nightcrawler is 76 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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