Uncut Gems Review (2019) — 84% Celluloid Score
Directed by Benny Safdie & Josh Safdie & Martin Scorsese · 2019 ·
Uncut Gems (2019) earns a 84% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics (92%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (76%).
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 Netflix in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
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Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Uncut Gems 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 |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (92/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (76%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (91/100).
- Celluloid Score 84% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, thriller, crime pick
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
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Is Uncut Gems worth watching?
Yes — Uncut Gems earns a 84% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
The Safdies turned Sandler into a panic-attack leading man — still his most acclaimed dramatic role.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics (92%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (76%).
What is Uncut Gems about?
A charismatic New York City jeweler always on the lookout for the next big score makes a series of high-stakes bets that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime. Howard must perform a precarious high-wire act, balancing business, family, and encroaching adversaries on all sides in his relentless pursuit of the ultimate win.
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Critic Reviews
Uncut Gems (2019) Review
★★★½☆
Benny Safdie & Josh Safdie & Martin Scorsese's Uncut Gems (2019) remains a defining Drama landmark from United States, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.
Essential viewing — a certified classic.
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