GoodFellas (1990) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings

Last updated: 2026-03-30 3 min read

Quick Facts

IMDb8.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic92/100
DirectorMartin Scorsese
GenreDrama, Crime
Runtime145 min
RatedR
CastRobert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco, Paul Sorvino

"Three decades of life in the mafia."

Should You Watch GoodFellas?

With an IMDb score of 8.7, GoodFellas is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. The 93% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is GoodFellas's IMDb rating?

GoodFellas (1990) has an IMDb rating of 8.7 out of 10 based on 14,152 user votes.

Is GoodFellas worth watching?

With an IMDb score of 8.7 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 93%, GoodFellas is generally well-regarded and worth your time.

How long is GoodFellas?

GoodFellas has a runtime of 145 min. It is rated R.

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