Netflix fans obsessed with 'twisted Taken' movie that's beaten Tom Hardy film
Netflix viewers are hooked on a gripping new action thriller that's being hailed as a 'twisted Taken', so much that it's even outperforming a recent Tom Hardy blockbuster. Exterritorial landed on the streaming platform just days after Hardy's Havoc debut.
Despite Havoc quickly climbing to the top of Netflix's most-watched movie charts, it has already been dethroned. The film that's achieved this is the German-made Exterritorial.
It's currently sitting at number one in both the US and UK as the most viewed movie among subscribers, nudging Havoc down a spot in both regions.
Exterritorial tells the story of ex-Special Forces soldier Sara, played by Jeanne Goursaud, whose young son mysteriously disappears during a visit to the US consulate in Frankfurt, reports the Mirror.
Adding to the mystery, no one seems to remember him ever entering the building. Sara realises that the German authorities have no jurisdiction within the consulate, and if she's forced to leave, she may never see her son again.
Unaware of a sinister conspiracy unfolding around her, Sara delves deeper into the consulate's labyrinth in a desperate search for her son.
Viewers may recognise Goursaud from her role in the Netflix series Barbarians. She shares the screen with Scottish actor Dougray Scott, known for his roles in The Crow Girls, X-Men, and as the villain in Taken 3.
The movie is quickly drawing parallels with the Liam Neeson-led franchise for its compelling storyline and electrifying sequences. According to Movie Web, "Netflix continues to deliver exactly what many action movie fans are looking for with its latest foray into the genre, which is streaming on the platform now. Taking its cues from the beloved Liam Neeson-led action thriller Taken, but with more twists and turns."
Tom's Guide also gives a nod to fans of Taken, asserting: "What Exterritorial lacks in narrative surprises, it more than makes up for in its action sequences and tension-building. There's plenty to enjoy in this action-thriller, especially if you're in the mood for a fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping ride."
Critics have admitted that while the film might not be groundbreaking, it still offers solid entertainment. One critic said: "The situations are far-fetched... a ton of plot conveniences are introduced into the storytelling... the arcs get a little too convoluted for their own good... and the ending exposition dump is uninspired. And despite all that, I was still mostly entertained."
Audiences on Netflix aren't holding back their opinions either, with one enthusiastic viewer writing on social media: "Wow wow wow. 10000/100. Watch this movie! ! Loved it. It's like a mix of Taken and Extraction but with a female protagonist."
One viewer was unexpectedly delighted, sharing: "You ever click on a random movie and then sit there like 'Wait... this is actually GOOD'? That was me with Exterritorial. Totally worth it!".
Another fan expressed their excitement on social media, posting: "Just watched Exterritorial on Netflix a gritty German action-thriller packed with raw fight scenes and a fierce performance by Jeanne Goursaud. Think John Wick meets Taken, but with a mother's rage. Plot's a bit familiar, but the action hits hard. Worth it."
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