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Tom's Guide
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix just dropped this explosive action-thriller movie — and it's already crashed the top 10
Netflix has dropped the final movie in its French action-thriller trilogy 'Lost Bullet,' and let's just say, it's been a while since I've watched something this explosive. The final instalment, 'Last Bullet,' is already gaining traction after only being on the streaming service for two days, landing in the No. 4 spot on the U.S. trending charts just ahead of another new thriller 'Sniper: The Last Stand.' As much as I'd love to say that 'Last Bullet' could surprise us and knock 'Twilight' off its second spot, that seems like a tall order, but hey, stranger things have happened, right? Clearly, this French thriller is satisfying action fans enough to land it in the top 10. Having seen it myself, I can confirm it's definitely an intense ride. So, if you're new to the trilogy or are wondering whether 'Last Bullet' is worth watching, here's everything to know about it now that it's streaming on Netflix. Directed by Guillaume Pierret, 'Last Bullet' centers on Lino (Alban Lenoir), a former convict and ace mechanic turned vigilante, who seeks justice for the murder of his mentor, Charas. Still reeling from this loss, Lino sets his sights on taking down Commander Resz (Gérard Lanvin) and his former partner Areski (Nicolas Duvauchelle), who betrayed him and left a trail of blood. Teaming up with his trusted companion Julia (Stéfi Celma), Lino goes on a dangerous pursuit of Areski, who has returned to France and is now being hunted by Resz. As Lino and Julia close in on their target, they must navigate fragile alliances and intense confrontations in a race against time. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Being completely transparent here, I haven't seen the first two movies in the 'Lost Bullet' trilogy, but I decided to give the third one a go out of curiosity, just to see if it could stand on its own. Surprisingly, it does a decent job of getting new viewers up to speed. The movie opens with a quick two-minute recap that lays out the essential backstory, which definitely helped me follow along without feeling totally lost. But, that being said, I would recommend watching the first two, just so you're completely aware of who the characters are and why they're against one another. In the first 'Lost Bullet,' Lino, a brilliant mechanic with a criminal past, is framed for murder and must use his skills to clear his name. The sequel, 'Lost Bullet 2,' picks up with Lino joining a special police unit to hunt down the corrupt officers responsible for his mentor's death. Now, in 'Last Bullet,' Lino is out of prison and ready to finish what he started — this time chasing down Areski, the man who betrayed him, while new enemies close in. It's a pretty easy plot to follow, and the recap is especially helpful for those who don't want to rewatch the earlier movies. Since I went into this blind, I didn't have any set expectations, and 'Last Bullet' ended up being something of a pleasant surprise. I say 'something' because it didn't exactly leave me sweating or on edge. The action sequences are the highlight: cars explode midair, there's a high-speed chase on an open roadway, and the fight choreography stands out — especially one impressive one-shot sequence aboard a bus, featuring Lino, Areski, and Yuri (Quentin D'Hainaut) all going head-to-head. 'Last Bullet' is surprisingly entertaining, and the fiery car stunts make for a decent distraction from a plot that felt a little thin. Sure, I haven't seen the other movies, so maybe I'm missing context, but this one didn't quite convince me to binge the full trilogy. The acting holds up for the most part, but the real draw is the relentless, well-crafted action (if you don't mind a bit of heavy CGI). If you're seeking something action-packed and thrilling this weekend, 'Last Bullet' is worth a watch, and it also means you can binge the trilogy in one night. 'Last Bullet' doesn't have a Rotten Tomatoes score yet, but reviews have gone live. Simon Abrams from RogerEbert commented on the impressive action: 'The French understand the high value of watching various motor vehicles flip, crash, or otherwise wipe out.' Meanwhile, Digital Mafia Talkies' Pramit Chatterjee was thoroughly impressed, stating it's 'the best action movie of the year yet. It is definitely up there with the greatest action movies of all time. Guillaume Pierret and all the talented artists who have worked with him have delivered an exceptional action trilogy.' While I don't rank 'Last Bullet' as highly, I still believe it's a good time and will please action fans. You can stream it on Netflix now. If you're not totally convinced, check out Netflix's other action-thriller sitting at No. 1, which is 'Exterritorial.' For more streaming recommendations, see what else is new on Netflix in May 2025.
Tom's Guide
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
A new action-thriller movie just crashed the Netflix top 10 — but there's a problem
A new military action-thriller has stormed into the Netflix U.S. charts, mere months after its digital debut. The movie in question is "Sniper: The Last Stand", the 11th installment in the long-running "Sniper" franchise of military action movies. It premiered digitally back in January, but came to the streaming service in the U.S. on May 6, 2025 — where it's proving to be a popular watch. You may like At the time of writing, "Sniper: The Last Stand" has rocketed straight to the #2 spot in Netflix's top 10 movies chart, second only to "Exterritorial," the streamer's recently added German thriller. If you're curious about Netflix's newest arrival, you can find a little bit more info about "Sniper: The Last Stand" (including our verdict) below. What is 'Sniper: The Last Stand' about? SNIPER: THE LAST STAND – Official Trailer (HD) - YouTube Watch On Danishka Esterhazy's "Sniper: The Last Stand" sees ace sniper Brandon Beckett (Chad Michael Collins) and Agent Zero (Ryan Robbins) heading to Costa Verde for a dangerous new mission. The task? To prevent an arms dealer (Arnold Vosloo) from unleashing a deadly superweapon. Together, the pair lead a group of elite soldiers against, and Brandon faces a new challenge when he's tasked with taking an untested rookie sniper with 0 confirmed kills under his wing. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In addition to Collins, Robbins and Vosloo, the movie also stars Sharon Taylor, Manuel Rodriguez-Saenz, Scott George, Sizo Mahlangu and Noxolo Dlamini. What's the problem with 'Sniper: The Last Stand'? (Image credit: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment) If you guessed "Sniper: The Last Stand" would be another passable-at-best Netflix action movie, you'd be right. I wouldn't want to rag too hard on something that's obviously a lower-budget effort, but the problem here is simply that I can't seriously recommend "Sniper: The Last Stand." A lot of the acting oscillates between wooden and over-the-top; neither our main man nor the firefights themselves are all that interesting to watch, the dialogue falls pretty flat, and the characters couldn't be much blander if they tried. It at least moves at a reasonable pace, and some of the hand-to-hand brawls are staged better than the shootouts. On the whole, though? It's just not that thrilling. And as an action movie chiefly designed to keep you on the edge of your seat, that's a problem. Given the calibre of some of the high-octane watches that are streaming on Netflix, I wouldn't say I recommend making time to watch "Sniper: The Last Stand." Frankly, you can find better adrenaline-pumping action flicks on the streamer than this. (Image credit: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment) The movie hasn't received much critical attention yet, so it doesn't have a rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but elsewhere, it's garnered pretty average ratings from other viewers, too. On IMDB, it's currently sitting at a 4.6/10, and it's got an average score of 2.9/5 on Letterboxd. In other words? Not the worst scores in the world, but it's equally not putting "Sniper: The Last Stand" in must-watch territory, either. If you do just want to indulge in a bit of mindless, militarized action, the back half will serve you well, and you might want to stream "Sniper: The Last Stand" on Netflix now. But if you're not sold on Netflix's new arrival, and still want an all-guns-blazing watch for your next movie night, check out our guide to the best Netflix action movies or our overall round-up of the best movies on Netflix for plenty more streaming recommendations. More from Tom's Guide
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sniper: The Last Stand OTT release date Netflix - When to watch Chad Michael Collins and Ryan Robbins' film
Sniper: The Last Stand OTT Release Date - The long-running Sniper franchise recently returned with its eleventh instalment, bringing back the familiar face of Chad Michael Collins as ace marksman Brandon Beckett. This time, Beckett is joined by Ryan Robbins, portraying Agent Zero, as they embark on a high-stakes mission to defeat a dangerous arms dealer's plan to unleash a deadly superweapon. When to watch Sniper: The Last Stand online? Sniper: The Last Stand is set to premiere on Netflix on May 6, 2025, making it accessible to a global audience. In addition to Netflix, the film is available for rent or purchase on platforms like Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Zee5. What is Sniper: The Last Stand all about? In this action-packed sequel, Beckett and Agent Zero are deployed to the fictional region of Costa Verde to lead a team of elite soldiers against a relentless militia. As they race against time and dwindling resources, Beckett mentors a rookie sniper, facing the challenges of leadership and the pressures of a mission that could determine the fate of many. Other than Chad and Ryan, Sniper: The Last Stand also stars Sharon Taylor as Hera, Manuel Rodriguez-Saenz as Nova and Arnold Vosloo as the arms dealer antagonist. Directed by Danishka Esterhazy and written by Sean Wathen, the film continues the legacy of the Sniper series. This is the third Sniper movie that's been released on Netflix before showing up on other streaming platforms. That's because of a deal Netflix has with Sony Pictures. The first one, Sniper: Rogue Mission, came out in December 2022. Then, Sniper: G.R.I.T. was released on Christmas Day in 2023. Both movies stayed on Netflix in the U.S. for about 18 months before being removed. Older Sniper movies also come and go from Netflix from time to time.
