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Maze Runner: The Death Cure

2 February 2018English2h 22mPart 3 of The Maze Runner series
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 5 critic reviews

A bloated, action-heavy finale that rewards fan loyalty but little else.

Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: appeal for existing fans
  • Criticised: generic overlong action sequences

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What 5 critics are saying

Critical reception for Maze Runner: The Death Cure is largely negative, with most reviewers finding it an unsatisfying conclusion to the franchise. The film was seen as having some appeal for existing fans of the series, though even that goodwill is qualified. Critics most commonly faulted the film for abandoning the smaller-scale tone of earlier installments in favor of generic, overlong blockbuster action sequences. No single element drew strong or consistent praise, though a few reviewers acknowledged the franchise's earlier potential.

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Positive = 6.5/10 and up · negative = below 5/10

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Critic reviews (5)

Top critics first, then by score · not-rated last · updated

  1. Top critic

    Firstpost

    Film review ·

    There were elements of horror and mystery in the previous installments — which set it apart from boring siblings like the Divergent films — and had director Wes Ball employed a similar small scale approach this could actually have been a worthwhile revisit to the film's world. The zombie stuff is present but treated with a blockbuster palette — and by going with big scale action set pieces set in generic beats the film becomes an overlong and unworthy finale to something that seemed like it had potential. At this point we should just be thankful that the film wasn't split in two climactic parts like many of its peers.
  2. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    The Death Cure can't really explore this to any great length given the limitations in which it operates, and given that at least twice, it has to turn to cranes or helicopters to lift a train coach and bus full of children out of harm's way as a plot turner. Still, as this franchise too winds to a close, some marks to it for trying.
  3. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    If you're a fan of the franchise, enjoy watching 'save the world from the apocalypse' type of action thrillers and have been following the story over the years, this finale might be of interest to you.
  4. Mid-Day

    Film review ·

    It's an experience that veers to off-putting and may not develop the kind of excitement this film hopes to generate!
  5. Hindustan Times

    Film review ·

    The final movie in the young adult trilogy is neither as satisfying as Harry Potter nor as campy as Twilight, but for its fans, that shouldn't matter.

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