Netflix's new number one movie is a Korean action flick that's like Mad Max meets The Last of Us
Jan. 29, 2024Badland Hunters is streaming now
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South Korean actioner Badland Hunters has become Netflix’s new number one movie after just three days of streaming – and it’s being described by critics as Mad Max meets The Last of Us.
As of January 28, the disaster flick has bagged the top spot in the streamer’s worldwide ranking, followed up by the likes of Lift, Sixty Minutes, Society of the Snow, and The Kitchen.
According toFlixPatrol.com, it’s proving particularly popular in South American, African, and Eastern territories, as well as France, Greece, and Hungary. At time of writing, The Lost City is number one in the UK, and The Hill is number one in the US.
Starring K-pop star Lee Jun-young, Lee Hee-jun, and Train to Busan star Don Lee, a.k.a. Ma Dong-seok, Badland Hunters was directed by Heo Myeong-haeng, who’s best known in the industry as a martial arts choreographer. “Years after Seoul turns into an apocalyptic wasteland, a tough huntsman takes matters into his own hands when a teenager he’s close to is abducted by a mad doctor who conducts experiments on humans,” reads the official synopsis.
Movie and Munchies' Chris Joyceargues: “While the story is predictable and doesn’t offer up any surprises, the awesome fight choreography enhances the brutality of the battles showcasing flowing moves that end with bodily devastation.”
Badland Hunters is streaming now on Netflix. If you’ve already watched but are in the mood for more high octane thrills, check out our picks of thebest Netflix action moviesfor some viewing inspiration.
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