The Worst Person in the World Review (2021) — 86% Celluloid Score
Directed by Joachim Trier · 2021 ·
The Worst Person in the World (2021) earns a 86% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics (96%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (88%).
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
Streaming availability varies by region — currently on MUBI in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch The Worst Person in the World by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | MUBI |
| Indonesia | KlikFilm |
| Pakistan | MUBI |
| South Korea | Netflix, TVING |
| United Kingdom | MUBI |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (96/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (90/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- Celluloid Score 86% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, romance, comedy pick
Not ideal for
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Is The Worst Person in the World worth watching?
Yes — The Worst Person in the World earns a 86% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
Joachim Trier’s millennial love triangle — Renate Reinsve’s star-making turn won Cannes Best Actress.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics (96%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (88%).
What is The Worst Person in the World about?
The chronicles of four years in the life of Julie, a young woman who navigates the troubled waters of her love life and struggles to find her career path, leading her to take a realistic look at who she really is.
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