It seems that Netflix’s strategy of offering a substantial sum to Cameron Diaz has proven effective, as “Back in Action” set the largest weekend debut for an English language movie since 2022. Diaz headlines this action comedy alongside Jamie Foxx, and it is reported that she received $45 million from Netflix to appear in two films, making her earnings for “Back in Action” amount to $22.5 million.
According to The Wrap, director Seth Gordon’s latest movie had an impressive start, attracting a massive 46.8 million viewers during its opening weekend. This makes it the biggest debut for a film since the release of Ryan Reynolds’ 2022 sci-fi action movie “The Adam Project.” The runner-up was far behind, with “The Secret Life of Pets 2” earning only 8.9 million views, and the original “The Secret Life of Pets” coming in third place at 5.2 million views.
As a die-hard fan of Diaz and Foxx, I must say that while some critics have been less than enthusiastic about “Back in Action,” I personally found it to be an enjoyable throwback to the action-packed films of the ’90s and early 2000s. With a Popcornmeter score of 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that many others feel the same way. However, as of now, there’s no official word from Netflix about whether or not we’ll be seeing “Back in Action 2.” But let’s hope the ending hints at a sequel!
Audiences Have Been Much Kinder to ‘Back in Action’
Despite receiving harsh criticism from critics and holding only a 26% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the movie “Back in Action” has surprisingly managed to outperform expectations. Critics have described it as everything from empty and dull to predictable, with many agreeing that while it’s enjoyable to see Diaz and Foxx together, the overall film lacks freshness and instead relies on a muddle of tired cliches. In his review for MovieWeb, Matt Mahler stated that the movie moves too quickly, leaving him unable to form any emotional connection with the characters or their predicament – an issue that pervades the rest of the film.
A different Rotten Tomatoes user commented, “I chuckled a couple of times and the film was enjoyable,” then went on to say, “It’s great to have Cameron Diaz back. It felt like the 2025 version of Charlie’s Angels. Jamie is just Jamie. I’m eager for part 2.” Another person also requested a sequel, saying, “I found the movie incredibly enjoyable! It was a fun watch with my spouse, and I hope they make another one.” Netflix, are you taking notes?
Without a doubt, the movie “Back in Action” has sparked intense debate among viewers on the streaming platform, similar to Doug Liman’s remake of “Road House” in 2024. Despite the controversy, it’s evident that the film garnered 46.8 million views, making it a hit, and a follow-up appears imminent. Fans can stream Cameron Diaz’s acting comeback with the movie right now on Netflix, and she’ll reprise her role as Princess Fiona in “Shrek 5” next year.
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