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Drama Sundance 2020 · Grand Jury Prize

Minari

Directed by Lee Isaac Chung · 2020 ·

Short answer

Is Minari worth watching?

Yes. Minari (2020) earns an 86% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%). See the 4 inputs.

86%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

98% Editorial Rating
86% Audience snapshot · excluded
89 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.1
7.4 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 55m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12A (UK) · PG (Australia) · PG (Canada) · PG (Singapore)
Cast
Steven Yeun , Han Ye-ri , Youn Yuh-jung
Language
Korean

Also known as Minari - Historia de mi familia Minari - Wo wir Wurzeln schlagen Minari: Em Busca da Felicidade ミナリ 미나리 米纳里 夢想之地 มินาริ

🏆 1 award win — Won Best Supporting Female (Yuh-jung Youn), Independent Spirit Awards 2021

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists MUBI in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Minari by country

Country Streaming on
Japan U-NEXT
Malaysia Lionsgate Play
South Korea Netflix, TVING
Thailand Prime Video
Turkey TV+
United Arab Emirates Netflix
United Kingdom MUBI

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (98/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (86%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (89/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
  • Celluloid Score 86% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

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

Not ideal for

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    Is Minari worth watching?

    Yes — Minari earns an 86% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (4/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    A tender immigrant story that won Oscars and hearts with its grandmother, its soil, and its grace.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%).

    What is Minari about?

    A Korean American family moves to rural Arkansas to start a farm, navigating faith, language, and the stubborn dream of a better life.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Minari

    Minari (2020) Review: Planting Roots in Arkansas

    Minari is Lee Isaac Chung's tender, semi-autobiographical drama about a Korean American family farming in rural Arkansas, lifted by a scene-stealing grandmother.

    Yes. It is a gentle, beautifully acted family drama that rewards patience; viewers who need plot momentum may find its quiet rhythm too low-key.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Minari: frequently asked questions

    Is Minari worth watching?

    Yes. Minari (2020) has a Celluloid Score of 86%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Minari?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: U-NEXT in Japan; Lionsgate Play in Malaysia; Netflix, TVING in South Korea; Prime Video in Thailand. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Minari?

    Minari runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

    What is Minari rated?

    Minari is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, PG in Australia, PG in Canada and PG in Singapore. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Minari?

    Minari is directed by Lee Isaac Chung and stars Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Youn Yuh-jung.

    What is the Metascore for Minari?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Minari is 89 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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