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GoodFellas

1990 2h 25m
Drama Crime
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8.5/10
14,729 reviews
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GoodFellas

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.

"Three decades of life in the mafia."

Top Billed Cast

Robert De Niro
Robert De Niro
James Conway
Ray Liotta
Ray Liotta
Henry Hill
Joe Pesci
Joe Pesci
Tommy DeVito
Lorraine Bracco
Lorraine Bracco
Karen Hill
Paul Sorvino
Paul Sorvino
Paul Cicero
Frank Sivero
Frank Sivero
Frankie Carbone
Tony Darrow
Tony Darrow
Sonny Bunz
Mike Starr
Mike Starr
Frenchy

Detailed Critic & Audience Reviews

J John Chard Verified TMDB Critic
2014-11-16

In a world that's powered by violence, on the streets where the violent have power, a new generation carries on an old tradition.

Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas is without question one of the finest gangster movies ever made, a benchmark even. It’s that rare occasion for a genre film of this type where everything artistically comes together as one. Direction, script, editing, photography, driving soundtrack and crucially an ensemble cast firing on all cylinders. It’s grade “A” film making that marked a return to form for Scorsese whilst simultaneously showing the director at the sum...

A Andre Wilfred Sanders Verified TMDB Critic
2023-03-15

Martin Scorsese (director) always loves details in crime films, but he is not primarily interested in the crime itself. That is why his films are always produced with details that you may see as unimportant to you, especially if you want to see the movie for the purpose of seeing scenes of theft, murder, and so on, but you see the opposite. Somewhat other details are visible on the scene mostly

The film talks about liberation, stereotypes, and entering a new world for humanity. It was Ray Liotta (Henry). He wanted, as I said, to break free from stereotypes and enter the world of gangs.

M...

C CinemaSerf Verified TMDB Critic
2023-08-26

Ray Liotta is superb here as "Henry Hill", a man whom ever since he was young has been captivated by the mob. He starts off as a runner and before too long has ingratiated himself with the local fraternity lead by "Paulie" (Paul Sorvino) and is best mates with fellow hoods, the enigmatic and devious "Jimmy" (Robert De Niro) and the excellently vile "Tommy" (Joe Pesci). They put together an audacious robbery at JFK and are soon the talk of the town, but the latter in the trio is a bit of a live-wire and when he goes just a bit too far one night, the three of them find that their really quite id...

B Bilal Ahmed Mirza Verified TMDB Critic
2024-09-13

A really good film. i loved it!...

A Ahmed Verified TMDB Critic
2024-11-11

The Goodfellas is an absolute masterpiece in every sense. Martin Scorsese delivers a raw, unflinching look into the world of organized crime that’s as captivating as it is brutal. Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro, and Joe Pesci shine, each bringing unforgettable depth and intensity to their roles—especially Pesci, whose portrayal of Tommy DeVito is both terrifying and fascinating. The storytelling is flawless, pulling you in with a mix of dark humor, sharp dialogue, and iconic scenes that stay with you long after the credits roll. Add in the perfect soundtrack, and it’s no wonder this film is ...