Palmer
Apple TV+ | Release Date (Streaming): January 29, 2021 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
53
METASCORE
Mixed or average reviews based on 21 Critic Reviews
Positive:
8
Mixed:
10
Negative:
3
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Critic scorePublicationBy date
80
Wall Street JournalJohn AndersonJan 29, 2021
Mr. Timberlake has displayed his many gifts in multiple formats, but nothing quite like “Palmer,” not in his character’s complexities or in the way he navigates Palmer through the social circumstances explored by Ms. Guerriero’s canny script. Young Ryder Allen is also something to see: He makes Sam’s matter-of-fact self-acceptance funny, yes, but inspiring as well. Read full review
75
Chicago Sun-TimesRichard RoeperJan 28, 2021
We know we’re being manipulated from time to time, but the messaging is so earnest and the performances are so heartfelt, we’re willing to go with it. Call it a Comfort Movie. Read full review
70
Los Angeles TimesKatie WalshJan 29, 2021
The frankness with which Palmer addresses the very adult challenges that kids sometimes face is refreshing, not to mention the ways that kids can influence adults about living life authentically, before the undue influence of strict social norms takes hold. Read full review
70
CNNBrian LowryJan 29, 2021
Directed by actor and documentarian Fisher Stevens, "Palmer" certainly doesn't break any ground, but its simple story is sensitively told. Read full review
67
IndieWireDavid EhrlichJan 25, 2021
Palmer isn’t exactly high art, but it’s no small feat for something so predictable to avoid feeling dishonest. Read full review
63
RogerEbert.comMonica CastilloJan 29, 2021
Despite its rough edges, Fisher Stevens’ Palmer is a gentle drama. It doesn’t go as deep into Palmer’s emotions or mindset, but instead keeps them closely guarded in Timberlake’s gruff performance. Read full review
63
The Associated PressLindsey BahrJan 28, 2021
Compelling performances make Palmer watchable and fairly affecting despite the fact that we’ve seen this kind of thing so many times before. Read full review
63
Movie NationRoger MooreJan 27, 2021
If Palmer isn’t that demanding of star and audience, it’s a perfectly serviceable story for at least reminding the film world that you’re out there, available and perfectly capable of delivering the dramatic goods. Read full review
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