Kraven the Hunter: Streaming on Netflix Soon – Will You Watch This Controversial Film?

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The critically disliked standalone Spider-Man film (that ultimately marked the demise of Sony’s poorly planned shared universe) is set to inflict ruthless retribution on someone next month. This comic book-inspired action flick, headlined by the stars of ‘Kick-Ass’ and ‘Bullet Train,’ previously sparked controversy among both critics and viewers, with fans eagerly anticipating the opportunity to watch ‘Kraven’ from home.

In a little over eight years, on March 13, 2025, you’ll be able to stream the movie “Kraven the Hunter” on Netflix in the USA, as confirmed by What’s on Netflix. Directed by J.C. Chandor, known for movies like “Triple Frontier” and “A Most Violent Year”, this film is written by Art Marcum & Matt Holloway and Richard Wenk. Similar to “Venom”, it delves into the origin story of a Marvel character. Kraven the Hunter was initially created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko for “The Amazing Spider-Man” #15, way back in 1964. Unlike its famous counterpart, this movie focuses on Kraven’s violent quest for revenge rather than the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. You can find more details about the film in the official synopsis provided below.

The movie ‘Kraven the Hunter’ is a thrilling, mature-rated film that delves into the backstory of one of Marvel’s most well-known antagonists. In this story, Aaron Taylor-Johnson portrays Kraven, a character whose strained bond with his ruthless criminal father, Nikolai Kravinoff (Russell Crowe), pushes him towards vengeance, leading to disastrous outcomes. This quest for revenge propels him not only to become the world’s greatest hunter but also one of its most feared.

‘Kraven the Hunter’ Bombed at the Box Office and Proved Divisive

Critics had a hard time finding positives regarding the film “Kraven the Hunter“, as it’s now labeled with a dismal green splat and a “rotten” rating of only 16%. The critics’ consensus states, “Despite its rote storyline and poor special effects, Kraven the Hunter turns out to be more of a paper tiger than a formidable adversary.” However, audiences seemed to appreciate the film’s bloody and brutal style, as evidenced by its 73% score on the Popcornmeter.

MovieWeb’s Mark Keizer showed some leniency towards Kraven the Hunter, yet still deemed the film as “Less Terrible Than Anticipated, Yet Still Terrible Enough.” He expressed concerns about Sony’s handling of these questionable standalone stories based on Spider-Man’s villain, particularly since this film lacked any significant involvement from Spider-Man or true villainous elements.

Kraven’s actions, whether they involve avenging animals being hunted for their horns or rescuing his younger brother from kidnappers, are labeled as anti-heroic due to their extreme violence. However, transforming a hero into a villain is more convincing when we understand the second part of the story. Unfortunately, this tale provides little insight into how Sergei, a teenage animal lover (portrayed by Levi Miller), evolved into the ruthless Kraven, Spider-Man’s relentless pursuer.

The Sony Spider-Man Universe concluded with “Kraven the Hunter,” which is part of the Venom series, Morbius, and Madame Web. Instead of ending with a powerful bang, it fizzled out quietly. The movie earned just $62 million globally against a production budget of $130 million, making it a significant box-office flop.

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2025-02-27 19:35