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Nowhere Special Review (2020) — 81% Celluloid Score

Directed by Uberto Pasolini · 2020 ·

Short answer

Is Nowhere Special worth watching?

Yes. Nowhere Special (2020) earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (100%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (85%). See the 4 inputs.

81%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

100% Editorial Rating
85% Audience snapshot · excluded
74 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.7
7.4 IMDb /10
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Runtime
1h 36m
Age rating
12A (UK) · M (Australia) · ALL (South Korea)
Cast
James Norton , Daniel Lamont , Carol Moore , Valerie O'Connor
Country
Italy
Language
English

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Where to watch

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

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Where to watch Nowhere Special by country

Country Streaming on
Japan U-NEXT
South Korea TVING
United Kingdom ITVX

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (100/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (85%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (74/100).
  • Celluloid Score 81% 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
  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Nowhere Special worth watching?

    Yes — Nowhere Special earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Uberto Pasolini resists melodrama at every turn, trusting quiet domestic scenes and a tender James Norton performance to carry the full weight of a father's impossible goodbye.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (100%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (85%).

    What is Nowhere Special about?

    When single father John is given only a few months left to live, he tries to find the perfect family for his young son while...

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Nowhere Special

    Nowhere Special (2020) Review: A Father's Last Task

    Nowhere Special is Uberto Pasolini's restrained drama about a dying single father choosing a new family for his small son, with James Norton at his very best.

    Yes. It is a quietly shattering father-and-son drama that earns its tears honestly, for anyone who values understatement; have tissues nearby.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Nowhere Special: frequently asked questions

    Is Nowhere Special worth watching?

    Yes. Nowhere Special (2020) has a Celluloid Score of 81%, 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 Nowhere Special?

    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; TVING in South Korea; ITVX in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Nowhere Special?

    Nowhere Special runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

    What is Nowhere Special rated?

    Nowhere Special is rated 12A in the UK, M in Australia and ALL in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Nowhere Special?

    Nowhere Special is directed by Uberto Pasolini and stars James Norton, Daniel Lamont, Carol Moore, Valerie O'Connor.

    What is the Metascore for Nowhere Special?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Nowhere Special is 74 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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