After an impressive outing at the box office, the critically acclaimed action flick,Polite Societyis gearing up for its streaming debut. The film which originally made its premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival was thereafter acquired by Focus Features for a theatrical release across the US and UK.Polite Societywas released in select theaters on 28 April, and nowPeacockhas announced that the independent action will be available to stream exclusively on its platform on June 16 availing fans with a chance to relive the fun from their favorite couch.
Written and directed by the visionaryWe Are Lady PartscreatorNida Manzoor,Polite Societyencapsulates the same captivating essence that propelled her into the spotlight, earning her numerous accolades, including notable BAFTA nominations for the British sitcom. With its delightful charm,Polite Societydelves into the profound themes of family, love, and the unwavering pursuit of one’s beliefs. Through its entertaining narrative, the series offers a fun exploration of these fundamental aspects of life. It starsPriya KansaraandRitu Aryaas loving sisters Ria and Lena Khan who become embroiled in a sibling rivalry triggered byone’s desire to save the other from impending danger.
Polite Societywas certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a near-perfect approval rating of 91%. The movie received generally favorable reviews from critics withCollider’s Chase Hutchinson awarding the film a commendable B+. Hutchinson, in his glowing review of the film, described it as “a triumphant action comedy with wonderful characters you only wish you could get to know even more.”
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Polite SocietyFurther Boosts Peacock’s Impressive Catalog
In the non-stop war among streaming giants, Peacock continues to fortify itself with new exciting offerings.Polite Societyis now one of the latest addition to its catalog that already boats Universal Pictures’ modern monster tale,Renfield, comedy horrorCocaine Bear, the enchantingA Thousand and Onefrom Focus Features, and the uplifting comedy,Champions.Polite Societyis produced byTim Bevan,Eric Fellner,Olivier Kaempfer, andJohn Pocock.
Polite Societywill be available to stream on Peacock from June 16. Check out the trailer and synopsis below.
“A merry mash-up of sisterly affection, parental disappointment and bold action, POLITE SOCIETY follows martial artist-in-training Ria Khan, who believes she must save her older sister Lena from her impending marriage. After enlisting the help of her friends, Ria attempts to pull off the most ambitious of all wedding heists in the name of independence and sisterhood.”
