Se7en (1995) Review

Is Se7en worth watching?

Yes — Se7en is worth watching, with a 95% Critic Score and 95% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 85% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (65), Letterboxd (4.3/5), and IMDb (8.6/10).

Directed by David Fincher, Se7en runs 127 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “Se7en review”, “is Se7en worth watching”, and related discovery queries from United States.

What is Se7en about?

Two homicide detectives are on a desperate hunt for a serial killer whose crimes are based on the “seven deadly sins” in this dark and haunting film that takes viewers from the tortured remains of one victim to the next. The seasoned Det. Somerset researches each sin in an effort to get inside the killer’s mind, while his novice partner, Mills, scoffs at his efforts to unravel the case.

Critics consensus: A rain-soaked serial-killer procedural that redefined ’90s thrillers — Pitt and Freeman chase the seven deadly sins to a devastating end. The film stars Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow, John Cassini, Peter Crombie, and others.

Should you watch Se7en tonight?

Yes — prioritize Se7en tonight if you want a proven crime with lasting rewatch value. At 127 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 Se7en?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Se7en (1995) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt0114369. Explore more from United States on our country hub or browse crime films.