What is the Metascore for LaRoy, Texas?

LaRoy, Texas has a Metascore of 69 out of 100 on Celluloid.

Where can I watch LaRoy, Texas?

LaRoy, Texas is available on MGM+. Availability varies by region — check your local streaming guide.

What countries is LaRoy, Texas streaming in?

LaRoy, Texas streams on Prime Video in Nigeria; Prime Video in South Africa; MGM+ in the United States. Subscription availability only; rental and purchase options may differ.

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LaRoy, Texas Review (2023) — 75% Celluloid Score

Item: LaRoy, Texas
Rating: 3.5
Author: Kaiser Khan

Directed by Shane Atkinson · 2023 · Last reviewed August 26, 2026

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Answer Summary

LaRoy, Texas (2023) earns a 75% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (67%).

Quick Verdict

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.

75%

Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

98% Editorial Rating

67% Audience snapshot · excluded

69 Metascore

★★★☆☆ Letterboxd 3.4

6.5 IMDb /10

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Runtime: 1h 55m
Cast: Steve Zahn , Dylan Baker , John Magaro , Megan Stevenson
Streaming: MGM+
Country: United States
Language: English

Official theatrical poster for LaRoy, Texas (2023)

Yellow Veil Pictures

Where to watch

MGM+

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Where to watch LaRoy, Texas by country

Country	Streaming on
Nigeria	Prime Video
South Africa	Prime Video
United States	MGM+

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Why this score?

Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (98/100).
General viewers mostly liked it (67%).
Metascore is generally favorable (69/100).
Celluloid Score 75% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.

Best for

Viewers who want a well-regarded thriller pick
Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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Is LaRoy, Texas worth watching?

Yes — LaRoy, Texas earns a 75% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.

Celluloid Verdict

Shane Atkinson wrings dark comedy out of mistaken identity, with John Magaro's hapless lead giving LaRoy, Texas the jittery energy of a small-town noir that keeps twisting the knife.
Celluloid editorial verdict

Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (67%).

What is LaRoy, Texas about?

Broke and depressed, Ray (John Magaro) is mistaken for a dangerous hitman and given an envelope of cash. Along with his P.I. friend Skip (Steve...

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Critic Reviews

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LaRoy, Texas Review: John Magaro in a Small-Town Noir of Mistaken Identity

★★★½☆ 3.5/5

Shane Atkinson wrings dark comedy from mistaken identity, with John Magaro's hapless lead giving LaRoy, Texas the jittery energy of small-town noir.

Modest but sharply entertaining indie noir.

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