One of the most successful movies of 2013 has just arrived on Netflix. Not only did it gross nearly 230 million dollars worldwide, but it also convinced a good portion of the specialized critics. It seems to be appealing to subscribers of the platform as well, accumulating 4.1 million views in a week.
If we tell you it's directed by Paul Feig (Bridesmaids) with Katie Dippold (Widow's Bay Curse) as the screenwriter, you probably understand a bit more about its success. However, it's the lead actresses who truly make us want to watch the movie. We're talking about the Oscar-winning Sandra Bullock (The Blind SideMelissa McCarthy (Can You Ever Forgive Me?) "is something worth witnessing," according to the prestigious The New York Times.
You've probably guessed by now that we're talking about The Heat, an action movie perfect for a sofa and popcorn afternoon. It's not overly long either, lasting just about two hours. Last time we checked, it was one of the top 10 most-viewed films on Netflix.
What can we expect from The Heat? On one side, a stiff FBI special agent, Sarah Ashburn (Bullock), and on the other, the crude police officer Shannon Mullins (McCarthy). They are like oil and water, but when they team up to take down a ruthless drug lord, they become something no one could expect: partners.
Cast, trailer, and reviews of The Heat: "Designed to deliver laughs"
"A simple delight that will tickle the funny bones of fans of both actresses" (The Hollywood Reporter) and "Designed to deliver laughs and it certainly succeeds" (Variety) are some of the positive reviews received by The Heat. Last time we checked, this comedy had a 6.6 on IMDb. It was also available on Disney+.