Fans ignore critics as ‘funniest film’ with 8% rating tops Netflix | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV | EUROtoday

An surprising action-comedy from greater than a decade in the past has emerged as certainly one of Netflix’s weekend favourites.

Having climbed the rankings this week, it sits at quantity two as of Saturday, third January, trailing solely the chilling true crime documentary Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story.

It’s even surpassed one of many platform’s main end-of-2025 releases, the most recent Knives Out instalment, Wake Up Dead Man, which at the moment occupies third place.

The movie’s exceptional displaying might shock many, given it garnered a dismal 8 p.c critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes upon its preliminary launch.

Big Little Lies star Witherspoon performs Officer Rose Cooper, thrust right into a harmful journey throughout Texas to safeguard cartel boss’s spouse Daniella Riva, portrayed by Vergara, from a legion of crooked cops and criminals baying for her blood.

One five-star RT evaluate hailed it as “one of the funniest movies ever!!!!!

“Bought it and my daughter and I watch it every time we’d like an excellent snort. Gets funnier each time we watch it.”

Another enthusiastic viewer proclaimed: “This film was one of many funniest motion pictures I’ve ever seen! The critics are improper on this one, like they normally are for enjoyable comedies that should not be taken too severely.”

Another viewer enthused: “Hot Pursuit is a hilarious and high-energy comedy that absolutely delivers on its promise of guffaws. Reese Witherspoon and Sofía Vergara have improbable chemistry, and their contrasting personalities make for nonstop leisure.

“The movie doesn’t take itself too seriously, which works in its favor, leaning into over-the-top humor and fast-paced chaos. It’s fun, lighthearted, and consistently funny, making it a perfect choice if you’re in the mood for a feel-good comedy.”

One supporter drew parallels with a beloved 80s movie, remarking: “I personally don’t think it’s that bad.

“It’s mainly a feminine model of Midnight Run, however geared toward a youthful viewers. Of course no manner close to nearly as good. But it is nonetheless respectable and entertaining.”

Strong praise continued on IMDb, where one devotee awarded it a perfect 10/10, declaring: “I completely liked this humorous film which has entertaining motion scenes and women which might be sweeter than sugar.

“I wish I could hug and kiss Reese and Sofia because they are irresistible actresses. See this movie, have terrific fun and forget the problems of life.”

A closing admirer shared: “I read reviews about how terrible this movie was so I went into the cinema not expecting much.

“I do not suppose I ended laughing! I liked this film and thought Reese and Sophia have been sensible collectively. Great present and would go see it once more for certain.

“It’s a comedy, it’s light hearted and it’s great! Plenty of gags, good laughs and even some girl on girl action which was hilarious. Don’t listen to the snooty critics. Go have some fun and enjoy this comedy.”

Will you be taking their recommendation to your weekend leisure?

Hot Pursuit is accessible to stream on Netflix.

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