With movies like Extraction and The old guardNetflix is officially becoming a major movie outlet. The broadcaster has released a series of original films starring A-list celebrities such as Robert Deniro, Al Pacino, and Charlize Theron. Theaters may be closed, but Netflix has 11 highly successful original movies that you can stream right now.
1. ‘Extraction’
Starring Chris Hemsworth, Extraction It tells the story of Tyler Rake, a black operations mercenary who is hired to rescue the teenage son of an incarcerated drug dealer. But when things go wrong and he is ordered to leave the mission, he is tasked with saving the boy.
The action-packed thriller was directed by Marvel wrestling choreographer Sam Hargrave, and was written and produced by Avengers Endgame directors Joe and Anthony Russo.
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2. ‘The Irishman’
Academy Award winning actors Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Joe Pesci star in Martin Scorsese’s the Irish. The Netflix movie explores the inner workings of organized crime in postwar America through the life and lens of scammer and hitman, Frank Sheeran. The film earned several accolades, including 10 Academy Award nominations and five Golden Globe nominations.
3. ‘The old guard’
The old guard It tells the story of a warrior named Andy (Charlize Theron) and his immortal crew of mercenaries who have been protecting humanity for centuries. But when a biotech company discovers its powers, they become persecuted. According to Netflix, the hit movie is on its way to being seen in more than 72 million homes within a month of its release.
4. ‘Spenser confidential’
Confidential Spenser Follow ex-cop Spenser (Mark Wahlberg) who has just been released from prison. He plans to leave his hometown of Boston to start a new life, but before he knows it, Spenser finds himself in the middle of a murder mystery, and is hell-bent on taking down the dirty cops behind him.
5. ‘6 underground’
6 underground stars as Ryan Reynolds as the leader of a group of skilled mercenaries who have erased his past and live to the thrill of the mission. The action packed movie comes from Transformers director Michael Bay.
6. ‘Murder Mystery’
The hilarious Netflix comedy, Murder mystery, follows a New York City police officer (Adam Sandler) and his wife (Jennifer Aniston) when they finally take the European vacation of their dreams. But when they are invited to a yacht with their mysterious new billionaire friend, they unknowingly become suspects in a high-risk murder mystery.
7. ‘Dolemite is my name’
Dolemite is my name tells the story of Rudy Ray Moore (Eddie Murphy), a comedian who ends up creating his own genre of movies. The movie stars Wesley Snipes, Keegan-Michael Key, and Da-Vine Joy Randolph. The Netflix movie was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards, including Best Actor for Eddie Murphy and Best Picture.
8. ‘Marriage story’
Starring Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver, Marriage story follows a young couple in the middle of a divorce. The film also stars Laura Dern, Alan Alda, and Ray Liotta. Marriage story He received numerous recognitions, including six Academy Award nominations and one victory.
9. ‘Triple border’
Triple border It focuses on a group of former Special Forces agents who gather to rob a drug trafficker in South America. But when things take an unexpected turn, men must trust each other to get out alive. The Netflix movie stars Ben Affleck, Pedro Pascal, Oscar ISaac, Charlie Hunnam, and Garrett Hedlund.
10. ‘Velvet Buzzsaw’
Set in the pretentious Los Angeles art scene, Velvet Buzzsaw is a satirical thriller that explores the high price paid when greed gets in the way of art. The Netflix movie stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Toni Collette, Daveed Diggs, Renee Russo, and John Malkovich.
11. ‘Birdbox’
Starring Sandra Bullock, Sarah Paulson and John Malkovich, Birdbox It is set in a world where mysterious creatures kill anyone who sees them. To save herself and her two young children, a mother must venture down a treacherous river, blindfolded, to take them to safety.
