Steve
Directed by Tim Mielants · 2025 ·
Steve (2025) earns a 75% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
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.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- Netflix
Where to watch Steve by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix |
| Indonesia | Netflix |
| Japan | 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 |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (84/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (80%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (72/100).
- Celluloid Score 75% 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 Steve worth watching?
Yes — Steve earns a 75% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
Murphy headlines a tense reform-school drama — another sharp character study in his post-Oppenheimer run.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Steve about?
Over one intense day, the devoted head teacher of a last-chance reform school strives to keep his students in line while facing pressures of his own.
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Critic Reviews
Steve (2025) Review
★★★½☆
Tim Mielants's Steve (2025) remains a defining Drama landmark from Ireland, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.
Strongly recommended — holds up for new and returning viewers.
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