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This is a list of most-watched Netflix original programming in total hours viewed, in the first 28 days of being uploaded to Netflix. These statistics are released by Netflix based on its proprietary engagement metrics.[1][2][3]
Netflix has compiled a list of their top ten most popular English-language films based solely on hours viewed in their first 28 days of release. As Netflix's selection of films continues to grow, so does the number of viewing hours that determine the most watched movies on the platform. The most watched movies on Netflix of all time now include more recent releases like Leave the World Behind, which has been viewed thousands of times within 28 days of its premiere.
The son of an incarcerated Indian drug lord is kidnapped, but his father refuses to pay the ransom. Instead, black-market mercenary Tyler Rake (Chris Hemsworth) is called in to pull off a miraculous extraction. He would have succeeded, too, if not for a last-minute double-cross that throws everything into chaos.
Despite being among Netflix's most popular movies, this film is flawed when it comes to plotting or characterization. Fans watch for one reason only: the action. First-time director Sam Hargrave leans heavily on the throttle in Extraction by filming car chases strapped to the front of cars and immersing audiences with an eleven-and-a-half-minute continuous one-take action sequence.
Among the most popular Netflix movies, 2023's The Mother is an action thriller that leans heavily on Jennifer Lopez's star power. Lopez plays the titular character, a former US Army operative who comes out of hiding and partners with an FBI agent to pursue the criminals who have taken her daughter.
The Mother relies on the usual genre tropes and doesn't do much to change the formula. While there's fun to be had in watching the protagonist be an incredibly talented assassin in the movie, it feels like wasted potential for Lopez, who falls short of becoming an iconic action hero.
To be fair, it is more of a standalone superhero film than a legacy sequel. It has divided critics and fans, as adults can't fully appreciate its zany elements, which were clearly designed for children. That said, We Can Be Heroes is a kid-oriented movie that has a lot of heart and accomplishes what it set out to do: to entertain young audiences and inspire them to embrace their own world-changing potential.
The Russo brothers deliver another gripping action movie through The Gray Man, which follows the disillusioned CIA agent "Sierra Six" (Ryan Gosling) who discovers a dark secret about his agency. He's soon pursued by the bloodthirsty and reckless former agent, Lloyd Hansen (Chris Evans), who will destroy whatever and whoever is in his path in his pursuit of Six.
With its almost comically evil villain, absurd action sequences, and over-the-top narrative, The Gray Man barely gives audiences time to breathe between its most exciting parts. It's rightly among the most liked movies on Netflix, in large part likely due to Gosling's incredible performance as a mysterious and bold action hero.
Directed by Sam Esmail based on the 2020 novel by Rumaan Alam, Leave the World Behind is an apocalyptic psychological thriller told from a unique perspective. It's centered on a family enjoying their vacation in their Airbnb on Long Island, but soon notice some strange events around them. When two strangers knock on their door, things turn even weirder.
Twelve-year-old Adam Reed is grieving the recent loss of his father when he stumbles upon a bleeding pilot who just happens to be a time-traveling older version of himself. Twelve-year-old Adam takes an instant dislike to Big/Future Adam, played by Ryan Reynolds, but is convinced to help him out when he learns the mission involves going even further back to find their father (Mark Ruffalo) and set things right.
Netflix quickly became one of the most successful streaming services and continues to make a name for itself with the original content they create. With the streamer's popularity, it is easy for viewers to talk about the latest offers on the service. Netflix has evolved from acquiring rights to have other movies stream on their service to creating their original content. Since they have gone into creating original content, Netflix has created movies that may stand the test of time.
The Man From Toronto overcame pandemic-related release delays to emerge as a Netflix hit. Starring Woody Harrelson and Kevin Hart, the movie follows Teddy, an unlucky individual fired from his job, who is mistaken for the notorious assassin, the man from Toronto. Teddy is recruited by the FBI to impersonate the assassin and capture a Venezuelan radical, but complications arise when the real man from Toronto appears.
The British true crime documentary The Tinder Swindler tells the real-life story of infamous Israeli con artist Simon Leviev, who used the online dating site to target and manipulate women into sending him money and finance his jet-setting lifestyle. Between 2017 and 2019, Leviev allegedly used a Ponzi scheme to swindle $10 million from his victims, under the guise that he needed to evade his many enemies.
Upon its release in 2022, The Tinder Swindler became the first documentary to top Netflix's Weekly Film Chart, clocking in 45.8 million hours worldwide during its debut week. The engrossing flick was also well-received by critics, who deemed it a must-see for true crime fans, and it went on to earn five Primetime Emmy Award nominations. A dramatized movie based on the documentary is currently in the works at Netflix.
Comedian and actor extraordinaire Kevin Hart continued his lucrative partnership with Netflix when he starred in and produced the heist comedy Lift, centering on international master thief Cyrus, who along with his Interpol agent former flame assembles a highly-skilled team of colorful characters to carry out a dangerous heist and steal $500 million during a passenger flight.
Hart is joined by an eclectic cast of talented stars including Vincent D'Onofrio, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Sam Worthington, and with a massive budget of $100 million, the entertaining caper held nothing back when it came to electrifying action sequences and wild shenanigans. Though it failed to impress critics, Lift is nonetheless a fun and exciting popcorn flick that capitalizes on Hart's charisma and overall appeal as a leading man.
An adaptation of a German novel released in 1929, and also based on a true story, All Quiet on the Western Front is one of Netflix's most acclaimed films. Nominated for nine Academy Awards, including Best Picture, the film won four of them. Telling the tale of an idealistic young German soldier three years into WWI, the story bleeds into a harrowing look at the harsh realities of the war.
Watching a soldier learn over time that he has little hope of ever becoming the hero he dreamed of being is heartbreaking, especially when he realizes that his best bet is to simply try to survive. Featuring some exceptional cinematography and gritty performances, the film painted an incredibly dreary but realistic portrait of life for those on the front lines of that tumultuous period in history and earned every single nomination and award it got in the process.
Continuing from the now iconic British series starring Idris Elba as the main character, Luther: The Fallen Sun became the first film that was released from the franchise. Reprising his role as John Luther, a police detective, whose slick portrayal often saw Idris Elba being linked to James Bond rumors, the film sees him taking on the complex case of a wealthy serial killer who keeps him on his toes through intricately planned crimes.
The show has been a massively popular one, especially in the UK, and the movie followed suit as it quickly became one of Netflix's most-watched English films of all time. With the feel of a soft reboot, the movie also made it likely for possible sequels to be made. If Elba doesn't get cast as Bond, he'll always have this great character to fall back on, and we certainly hope he stays with the role for a bit longer.
Netflix has fared successfully in the superhero genre with The Old Guard. Image Comic originally published this indie comic book with the screenplay written by Greg Rucka, who also authored the graphic novel. The movie was directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, and stars Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne, and Matthias Schoenaerts, among many others. The plot centers around a group of immortal mercenaries who have been operating for a long time when suddenly they find themselves facing a secret conclave that seeks their immortality.
Charlize Theron has a spotless track record of being the ultimate female action hero. Her role as Andromache of Scythia, an immortal warrior who's been killing people for more than 5000 years, puts her at odds with an unseen enemy who manages to identify a new immortal as her abilities begin to falter. The film is faithful to the source material while offering a powerful, compelling story ripe for exploring in multiple future entries.
In The Sea Beast, we follow a young stowaway named Maisie as she joins a crew of monster hunters in search of the legendary sea monster known as the Red Bluster. However, Maisie and Jacob, the adopted son of the ship's first mate, are thrown from the boat when the Red Bluster is spotted. Both kids are led to safety by the monster. They soon learn that the so-called beast may have been a misunderstood creature all along. Featuring the voice talents of Karl Urban as Jacob, the film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and reportedly has a sequel planned.
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