EntertainmentStreamingNetflix’s new no.1 deserves its top ranking – 10 years after Brit star’s movie debutKingsman: The Secret Service has risen to Netflix’s top spotWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
EntertainmentStreamingNetflix’s new no.1 deserves its top ranking – 10 years after Brit star’s movie debutKingsman: The Secret Service has risen to Netflix’s top spotWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Kingsman: The Secret Service has risen to Netflix’s top spot
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When I first watchedKingsman: The Secret Servicealmost a full decade ago, the now classic flick – it stars Taron Egerton, Colin Firth, Michael Caine, among other British staples – had me hooked, made me laugh, and ultimately got me rooting for the characters.
That it’s sat atop Netflix’s movie rankings asthe best streaming service’s new no.1 (in the UK anyway) a full decade after its cinematic release – yes, it was released back in 2014, believe it or not – is a well-deserved ranking for one of director Matthew Vaughn’s higher-rated movies.
That’s royalty right there, too, with Vaughn’s other credits includingLock, Stock and Two Smoking BarrelsandSnatchas a producer, andKick-Assas director. Indeed,Kingsmanat times feels as though Guy Ritchie has made a Bond movie with Kick-Ass’s levels of naughty humour rolled into one. Check out the trailer below:
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Kingsman: The Secret Service | Official Trailer HD | 2014 - YouTube
The role of a Kingsman seems a long way out of his reach, given his background seemingly being at odds with requirements, but his chav-like ways clash with the toffs who are also on recruitment. Without spoiling things, Eggsy does rather well and finds himself in all sorts of Bond-esque compromising positions – and ultimately going up against an eco-terrorist, Richmond Valentine (Samuel L. Jackson), who wants to wipe out humanity.
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Kingsman: The Secret Servicewas well-received upon its debut, and itsRotten Tomatoes score still holds an 84% audience approvalrating – a little higher than the 75% critics' score, but reflective of the way it splits opinion for its sometimes ‘naughty’ humour. Egerton handles the role with aplomb, which continued into a (not as good) follow-up sequel 3 years later.
As it’s now the midst of the summer holidays, bored teens and adults looking forlight entertainment when the kids have gone to bed, will find solace inKingsman. I can certainly see why it’s shot up the Netflix chart having been recently added to the streaming service. Netflix can add yet another badge to its trophy ofwide-ranging available shows and movies this August.
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