GoodFellas (1990) Review
★★★★½ 4.5/5
Strongly recommended — holds up for new and returning viewers.
Is GoodFellas worth watching?
Yes — GoodFellas is worth watching, with a 89% Critic Score and 91% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 86% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (83), Letterboxd (4.1/5), and IMDb (8.7/10).
Directed by Martin Scorsese, GoodFellas runs 145 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “GoodFellas review”, “is GoodFellas worth watching”, and related discovery queries from United States.
What is GoodFellas about?
The true story of Henry Hill, a half-Irish, half-Sicilian Brooklyn kid who is adopted by neighbourhood gangsters at an early age and climbs the ranks of a Mafia family under the guidance of Jimmy Conway.
Critics consensus: IMDb Top 250 #17 (8.7/10) — GoodFellas remains one of the most highly rated films of all time. The film stars Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco, Paul Sorvino, and others.
Should you watch GoodFellas tonight?
Yes — prioritize GoodFellas tonight if you want a proven drama with lasting rewatch value. At 145 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.
Where can I watch GoodFellas?
Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. GoodFellas (1990) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt0099685. Explore more from United States on our country hub or browse drama films.