Street Kings
Directed by David Ayer · 2008 ·
Is Street Kings worth watching?
Probably not. Street Kings (2008) earns a 52% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audiences (50%) responded more warmly than critics (28%). See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Street Kings by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix, Vi Movies & TV |
| Indonesia | Netflix, Disney+ |
| Japan | Netflix, Disney+, U-NEXT |
| Malaysia | Netflix, Disney+ |
| Nigeria | Netflix |
| Pakistan | Netflix |
| Philippines | Netflix |
| South Africa | Netflix, Prime Video |
| South Korea | Netflix, Disney+ |
| Thailand | Netflix, Disney+ |
| Turkey | Netflix |
| United Arab Emirates | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Netflix |
| United States | Prime Video |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (28/100).
- Audience reception was lukewarm (50%).
- Celluloid Score 52% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
- Anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick
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Is Street Kings worth watching?
Probably not — Street Kings earns a 52% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
David Ayer’s dirty-cop thriller — Reeves’ detective navigates LAPD corruption with Forest Whitaker.
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Audiences (50%) responded more warmly than critics (28%).
What is Street Kings about?
Tom Ludlow is a disillusioned L.A. Police Officer, rarely playing by the rules and haunted by the death of his wife. When evidence implicates him in the execution of a fellow officer, he is forced to go up against the cop culture he's been a part of his entire career, ultimately leading him to question the loyalties of everyone around him.
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Street Kings: frequently asked questions
Is Street Kings worth watching?
Probably not. Street Kings (2008) has a Celluloid Score of 52%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Street Kings?
In the United States, Street Kings streams on Prime Video with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix, Vi Movies & TV in India; Netflix, Disney+ in Indonesia; Netflix, Disney+, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix, Disney+ in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Street Kings?
Street Kings runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).
What is Street Kings rated?
Street Kings is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA 15+ in Australia and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Street Kings?
Street Kings is directed by David Ayer and stars Keanu Reeves, Forest Whitaker, Chris Evans, Hugh Laurie, Naomie Harris.
What is the Metascore for Street Kings?
Metacritic's Metascore for Street Kings is 55 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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