Clint Eastwood’s last film,Juror #2, was not given a wide theatrical release in the United States, but the film still performed exceptionally well in limited showings in international markets. It seems Eastwood’s legendary writing, acting, and directing career has finally come to a close, and Netflix users are reliving his iconic filmography by putting one of his more recent hits on streaming charts. Eastwood stars in and directsThe Mule, the 2018 film following a 90-year-old Korean War veteran who turns drug mule for the cartel.The Mulepremiered on Netflixnot long ago, andthe film has made its way into the top 10, currently sitting at #10 at the time of writing. It also starsBradley CooperandLaurence Fishburne, and it sits at scores of 70% from critics and 66% from audiences onRotten Tomatoes.
The Mulewas Clint Eastwood’s second-to-last acting credit and third-to-last directing credit, with his final acting credit coming inCry Macho, which he also directed. He also helmedRichard JewellandJuror #2after his work onThe Mule. Eastwood made his directorial debut more than 50 years ago in 1971 withPlay Misty for Me, and he has since earned over 40 directorial credits in his career. Some of his most notable includeThe Outlaw Josey Wales, the iconic Western that Clint Eastwood also stars in as the titular character. Eastwood is also famous for his work onUnforgiven, another classic Western that saw him team up with the lateGene HackmanandMorgan Freeman. Eastwood more recently directedSully,American Sniper, andGran Torino.
What Else Is Popular on Netflix Right Now?
The most popular movie on Netflix at the time of writing isNonnas, the comedy led byVince Vaughn, and it’s followed closely behind byBeetlejuice Beetlejuice, the legacy sequel led byMichael Keaton. SeveralTwilightmovies have also made their way into the Netflix top 10 following their arrival on the platform at the start of this month. On the TV side of things,WWE Monday Night Rawhas surged back into the top 10 following an explosive episode last night. Netflix’s new Western series,Ransom Canyon, has also been a streaming hitfor nearly a month now despite no Season 2 announcement.
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