Maze Runner: The Death Cure received mixed reviews from critics. The film holds a 43% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average rating of 5.4/10. On Metacritic, the film scored 31 out of 100, indicating "generally unfavorable reviews". However, audiences responded positively, with many praising the film's action sequences, visual effects, and the cast's performances.

The narrative picks up in the midst of chaos, abandoning the "Maze" and "Scorch" settings of the previous films for a more urban, guerrilla warfare aesthetic. The story follows Thomas (Dylan O'Brien) and his fellow Gladers as they attempt to rescue their friend Minho from the clutches of WCKD (World Catastrophe Killzone Department). The film’s opening sequence—a high-speed train heist—sets the tone for the rest of the movie. Director Wes Ball maintains a frantic pace, proving that the franchise has matured from a survival mystery into a full-fledged action blockbuster.