Has there been a 100% rotten tomato?

Is Any Movie Truly 100% on Rotten Tomatoes?

It’s a question that pops up now and then: has any movie actually achieved a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes? And if so, what does that mean?

Yes — but not in the way most people assume. A 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes doesn’t mean every single critic loved the movie. Instead, it means that 100% of the published reviews collected by the site were positive. So if every critic gives a film a thumbs-up, it earns that rare, glistening score.

As of now, Leave No Trace, the quietly powerful 2018 drama directed by Debra Granik, holds the record for the most-reviewed film with a flawless 100% rating. It’s backed by 248 glowing reviews — a remarkable feat given how difficult it is to maintain unanimity across so many critics.

That number matters. Rotten Tomatoes highlights films with at least 20 reviews and a steady 100% as “Certified Fresh,” but true notoriety goes to those with high review counts. A movie with 20 perfect reviews is impressive, but one with 200+ is exceptional. That’s what makes Leave No Trace stand out — it’s not just universally praised, it’s widely seen and respected by critics across outlets and regions.

Of course, tastes evolve, and scores can shift. But for now, Leave No Trace stands as a quiet champion — a film that resonated deeply, consistently, and across the board. It proves that even in a world of divided opinions, some stories still manage to bring everyone together.