Se7en (1996)
Se7en is streaming in the UK on Now TV Cinema.
The verdict
Se7en ranks near the top of the current English film crop. It holds an 8.4/10 on TMDB from 23,803 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 127 minutes. In the UK you can stream it on Now TV Cinema.
Should you spend 2h 7m on it?
2h 7m of English crime with a mystery streak, adults only. That score holds across 23,803 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.4/10 across 23,803 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you dislike slow-burn procedural pacing
- Best for
- A solo watch or an evening with adults
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 7m |
| Watch with family? | 18 · Adults only |
| Genre | Crime / Mystery |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
David Fincher
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-21 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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