Se7en Review (1995) — 83% Celluloid Score
Directed by David Fincher · 1995 ·
Se7en (1995) earns a 83% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — currently on Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch Se7en by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | Netflix, Hulu, U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | Sky Cinema |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (95/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (95%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (65/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.3/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.6/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded crime, mystery, thriller pick
Not ideal for
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Is Se7en worth watching?
Yes — Se7en earns a 83% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
A rain-soaked serial-killer procedural that redefined ’90s thrillers — Pitt and Freeman chase the seven deadly sins to a devastating end.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Se7en about?
Two homicide detectives are on a desperate hunt for a serial killer whose crimes are based on the "seven deadly sins" in this dark and haunting film that takes viewers from the tortured remains of one victim to the next. The seasoned Det. Somerset researches each sin in an effort to get inside the killer's mind, while his novice partner, Mills, scoffs at his efforts to unravel the case.
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Critic Reviews
Se7en (1995) Review
★★★★½
David Fincher's Se7en (1995) remains a defining Crime landmark from United States, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.
Essential viewing — a certified classic.
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