Se7en (1995)
Kernel Score: 92% · 22,723 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 1995-09-22
Runtime: 127 minutes
Is Se7en worth watching?
Must-watch. A grim, brilliantly made murder mystery with two strong lead performances and an ending that sticks. It's disturbing but never cheap, and it's one of the best thrillers of its decade.
Watch it if you
- like dark, serious crime thrillers
- enjoy a mystery that builds slowly
- want a strong ending
Skip it if you
- dislike disturbing crime scenes
- want a feel-good watch
Best for: Late-night thriller
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Se7en
- Stream: Fubo, Paramount+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
Se7en parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Se7en is an R-rated crime thriller with grisly, disturbing murder scenes, strong language and a famously bleak ending.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Extremely grisly, disturbing crime scenes depicting the aftermath of torturous murders; often compared to horror in its intensity.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Disturbing sexual content tied to the killer's 'lust'-themed crime.
- Language: Strong — Frequent strong profanity.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Se7en
If you liked Se7en, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Zodiac (2007) — 87%: Fincher's slower, obsessive hunt for a killer.
- Memories of Murder (2003) — 89%: True-crime hunt for a killer with similar moral weight.
- Fight Club (1999) — 96%: Fincher's other dark cult hit.
- Gone Girl (2014) — 90%: Fincher's twisty, cynical thriller.
- The Batman (2022) — 88%: Dark detective story in a rain-soaked city.
- Mystic River (2003) — 89%: Heavy crime drama about loss and guilt.
Director
Cast
- Morgan Freeman as Somerset
- Brad Pitt as Mills
- Gwyneth Paltrow as Tracy
- John Cassini as Officer Davis
- Peter Crombie as Dr. O'Neill
- Reg E. Cathey as Dr. Santiago
- R. Lee Ermey as Police Captain
- Daniel Zacapa as Detective Taylor at First Murder
- Andrew Kevin Walker as Dead Man at 1st Crime Scene
- George Christy as Workman at Door of Somerset's Office
Se7en FAQ
Is Se7en worth watching?
Must-watch. A grim, brilliantly made murder mystery with two strong lead performances and an ending that sticks. It's disturbing but never cheap, and it's one of the best thrillers of its decade.
Where can I watch Se7en?
In the US you can stream Se7en on Fubo and Paramount+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Se7en OK for kids?
Se7en is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Se7en is an R-rated crime thriller with grisly, disturbing murder scenes, strong language and a famously bleak ending.
What movies are like Se7en?
If you liked Se7en, try Zodiac, Memories of Murder, Fight Club and Gone Girl.