Uncut Gems (2019) Review

Is Uncut Gems worth watching?

Yes — Uncut Gems is worth watching, with a 92% Critic Score and 76% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 82% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (91), Letterboxd (3.9/5), and IMDb (7.4/10).

Directed by Benny Safdie & Josh Safdie & Martin Scorsese, Uncut Gems runs 136 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “Uncut Gems review”, “is Uncut Gems worth watching”, and related discovery queries from United States.

What is Uncut Gems about?

A charismatic New York City jeweler always on the lookout for the next big score makes a series of high-stakes bets that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime. Howard must perform a precarious high-wire act, balancing business, family, and encroaching adversaries on all sides in his relentless pursuit of the ultimate win.

Critics consensus: The Safdies turned Sandler into a panic-attack leading man — still his most acclaimed dramatic role. The film stars Adam Sandler, Julia Fox, LaKeith Stanfield, Kevin Garnett, Idina Menzel, and others.

Should you watch Uncut Gems tonight?

Yes — prioritize Uncut Gems tonight if you want a proven drama with lasting rewatch value. At 136 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 Uncut Gems?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Uncut Gems (2019) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt5727208. Explore more from United States on our country hub or browse drama films.