Kevin Hart's new heist comedy, Lift, has surprisingly found success on Netflix, despite receiving unfavorable reviews from critics. Directed by F. Gary Gray, the film follows a master thief named Cyrus, played by Hart himself, who is recruited by the FBI to prevent a terrorist attack. With the help of his skilled international crew, Cyrus embarks on a high-stakes heist on a plane mid-flight. The star-studded cast also includes Úrsula Corberó, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jacob Batalon, Vincent D'Onofrio, Sam Worthington, Jean Reno, and Billy Magnussen.
Despite its release on January 12, Lift has become the No. 1 global movie on Netflix this week, as reported by the streaming platform. The film has garnered 32.8 million views and accumulated 58.5 million hours viewed during the week of January 8-14. This comes as a surprise, considering the generally negative reviews the movie has received.
Kevin Hart's recent movies have faced criticism from critics, with titles such as Me Time and The Man From Toronto receiving poor ratings. Lift is no exception, currently holding a low approval rating of 31% on Rotten Tomatoes. Many critics have expressed disappointment in the film.
One of the main criticisms of Lift lies in its lack of originality. The movie heavily incorporates clichés and familiar tropes commonly seen in heist films, bringing nothing new or exciting to the genre. Additionally, some reviewers found the plot unnecessarily convoluted, making it difficult to follow at times.
However, the talented ensemble cast of Lift managed to salvage the film with their solid performances. Despite its shortcomings, the cast's chemistry and individual acting abilities contributed to the overall enjoyment of the movie. This is reflected in the impressive streaming numbers, which propelled Lift to the top of Netflix's global streaming chart.
If you're in the mood for an action-packed heist movie with a star-studded cast, Lift is now available exclusively for streaming on Netflix. Although it might not have gained critical acclaim, the film's popularity among viewers suggests that it still offers an enjoyable movie-watching experience. So grab some popcorn and prepare to be entertained by Kevin Hart and his crew's daring heist in Lift.
