Metacritic Movie Ratings
Goon Reviews

A sample of reviews from critics across the country.

• 75

  out of 100

  Chicago Sun-TimesRoger Ebert

  The charm of Goon is that Doug Glatt (Scott) is a genial guy from a nice family. Just because he hands out concussions doesn't mean he dislikes anybody. He's just happy to be wearing a uniform.

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• 70

  out of 100

  Village VoiceNick Pinkerton

  When considering the moral implications of such gladiatorial violence, the film comes out squarely in favor, asking what's crueler: enjoying the spectacle of blood on ice or taking away a livelihood from those who can't do anything else?

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• 70

  out of 100

  VarietyRobert Koehler

  The picture has a first-rate team of actors who visibly enjoy their roles and the sharp dialogue by Baruchel and Goldberg.

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• 70

  out of 100

  The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeFore

  One of the things making Goon so enjoyable is its fairy-tale suggestion that all humanity's violent impulses can be exorcized in a Zamboni-groomed ice rink.

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• 67

  out of 100

  Entertainment WeeklyOwen Gleiberman

  He can barely skate, but it hardly matters: As a goon, he's a genius.

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• 60

  out of 100

  The New York TimesStephen Holden

  Behind the film's brass knuckles are tender fingers. Why else would Goon use music from Puccini's "Turandot" to underscore critical dramatic moments?

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• 40

  out of 100

  Los Angeles TimesRobert Abele

  Goon feels like a movie starring a gimmick, not a person.

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