“Bad Boys: Ride or Die” Lands on Netflix US in October 2024
The latest Bad Boys movie, Ride or Die, starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, will hit Netflix US on October 8, 2024. Following a first window deal with Sony Pictures, the film will stream on Netflix for 18 months before moving to Hulu. International release dates will vary, with countries like India seeing the film by late 2024 and others like Germany and Canada receiving it by 2025 or later. The movie has received positive reviews, praising the chemistry between Smith and Lawrence as they return to their iconic roles.
Will Smith & Martin Lawrence Return in “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” Streaming Soon on Netflix
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are set to thrill fans once again as they reprise their iconic roles in Bad Boys: Ride or Die, the fourth installment of the action-packed franchise. The movie, which hit theaters worldwide earlier this year, is now confirmed to stream on Netflix US in October 2024, following a much-anticipated first window release.
Franchise History: A Lasting Legacy
First introduced to audiences in 1995, the Bad Boys series has become an essential part of both Smith and Lawrence’s careers. The duo’s previous release, Bad Boys for Life (2020), not only re-established the franchise’s cultural relevance but also became the highest-grossing movie of the year—despite the unique challenges presented by the global pandemic.
Directed by Adil & Bilall, the latest installment once again sees Miami detectives Mike Lowrey (Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Lawrence) teaming up for another high-stakes adventure. This time, the plot revolves around clearing the name of their former captain, who passed away under suspicious circumstances.
When Will “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” Stream on Netflix in the U.S.?
Thanks to a first window deal Netflix struck with Sony Pictures in 2021, Bad Boys: Ride or Die is set to make its debut on the platform on October 8th, 2024. This agreement, which applies to all Sony Pictures theatrical releases from 2022 onwards, ensures that Netflix has exclusive rights to stream the movie for the first 18 months. After its Netflix run concludes in April 2027, Bad Boys: Ride or Die will move to Hulu, allowing fans on different platforms to enjoy the action.
Global Release: When Will International Audiences Watch?
While the US release is set for October 2024, international audiences will have varying access to the film. In countries such as India and several other Asian territories, viewers can expect to stream the movie starting in late 2024. For European countries like Germany and the Netherlands, as well as Israel, the film is likely to arrive on Netflix by mid-2025. Canada and the United Kingdom will follow suit, but not until late 2025 or early 2026.
Positive Reception
Bad Boys: Ride or Die has garnered largely positive feedback from both critics and audiences alike—a rare feat for action comedies. Danny Leigh of the Financial Times highlighted the film’s appeal, stating, “Lawrence is still a raucous clown, happy to be seen with buttocks exposed to the ocean breeze.” Leigh also praised the chemistry between Smith and Lawrence, noting how the actors seamlessly return to their “good-natured double act,” filled with nods to the franchise’s earlier films.
What’s Next for the Bad Boys Franchise?
The success of Bad Boys: Ride or Die and its upcoming Netflix release have fans eagerly speculating about the future of the franchise. With Smith and Lawrence continuing to entertain, the prospect of more sequels remains high. However, only time will tell if the beloved duo will return for a fifth installment. Until then, fans can look forward to their latest adventure landing on Netflix this fall.
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