# The Fabelmans (2022) — Celluloid fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/movies/the-fabelmans-2022/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-23

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 82% |
| Critic Score | 92% |
| Audience Score | 84% |
| Metascore | 84/100 |
| Letterboxd | 3.8/5 |
| IMDb | 7.5/10 |
| Director | Steven Spielberg |
| Genres | Drama |
| Runtime | 151 min |
| Festival premiere | TIFF 2022 (People's Choice Award) |

## Quick answer

The Fabelmans (2022) earns a 82% Celluloid Score — Recommended. The Fabelmans — People's Choice Award at TIFF 2022. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid. Metascore 84/100. Directed by Steven Spielberg.

## Critics consensus

The Fabelmans — People's Choice Award at TIFF 2022. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

## Synopsis

Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.

## Cast

Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen, Gabriel LaBelle, Mateo Zoryan Francis-DeFord, Keeley Karsten, Alina Brace, Julia Butters, Birdie Borria, Judd Hirsch

## Accolades

Premiered at TIFF 2022, where it won the People's Choice Award.

## Common questions

**Is The Fabelmans worth watching?**
The Fabelmans holds a 82% Celluloid Score. The Fabelmans — People's Choice Award at TIFF 2022. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

**What is The Fabelmans about?**
Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.

**Who directed The Fabelmans?**
The Fabelmans (2022) was directed by Steven Spielberg.

**What is the Celluloid Score of The Fabelmans?**
82% — the average of five public sources: critics 92%, audience 84%, Metascore 84/100, Letterboxd 3.8/5, and IMDb 7.5/10.

**Where can I watch The Fabelmans?**
Streaming availability varies by region — see the The Fabelmans page for current options.

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