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News18
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Why Is Will Smith's Men In Black Trending 28 Years After Its Release
Last Updated: Originally released in 1997, Men in Black saw Smith alongside Tommy Lee Jones, both playing Agent J and Agent K. Will Smith's iconic 1997 sci-fi comedy Men in Black is enjoying a surprising resurgence in popularity, nearly three decades after its debut on the big screen. The renewed interest in the beloved film comes at a time when the Oscar-winning actor continues his 26-date European tour. According to the reports, its 2002 sequel, Men in Black II has surged into the top 10 movies on US streaming platform Starz, months after also appearing in the top 10 on Peacock. The resurgence in the popularity of the Men in Black franchise leads to a face-off with its contemporary hits like Flight Risk starring Mark Wahlberg, Tower Heist featuring Ben Stiller and Eddie Murphy and Kevin Hart's action-comedy Ride Along. Originally released in 1997, Men in Black saw Smith alongside Tommy Lee Jones, both playing Agent J and Agent K—members of a secret government agency that monitors and regulates alien activity on Earth. The film was a runaway success, earning a stellar 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, three Academy Award nominations, with a massive collection of $589 million at the global box office. Although the sequel Men in Black II didn't quite match the original's earnings, it still pulled in a respectable $441 million. The third instalment, Men in Black 3, released in 2012, outperformed its predecessor with a worldwide haul of $624 million. The 2019 reboot Men in Black: International, headlined by Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson, struggled to make an impact and minted just $253 million. Earlier this year, in March, Will teased the possibility of another Men in Black iteration. During an interview on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast, he said, 'I told myself I was done with sequels. I was like, 'I've made enough sequels. I got some new things I want to make." 'This morning, an hour before I came down here, they just threw the bag for another man in Black. I was like, 'Ah, I'm supposed to be going on tour this summer," added the actor. Will Smith, the father of three, is currently busy with a Europe tour where he is performing hits from his new album, Based on a True Story. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Record
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Netflix fans believe they have found the 'best' movie on streaming platform
One film fan has named the crime thriller you need to check out on Netflix, claiming it to be one of the best things you will see all year. Netflix viewers have been told to watch the 'best' crime thriller available on the streaming service. Audiences are said to have been absolutely captivated by it. Movie enthusiast Jay, known as @flixwithjay across his social platforms, has highlighted the crime thriller that demands attention on Netflix, declaring it amongst the best viewing experiences of the year. In his TikTok video, he explained more. "It's an absolute classic, No Country for Old Men. It's a crime drama about a hunter who stumbles across a drug deal gone wrong. In the aftermath, he runs off with a suitcase full of cash. This then sets off a deadly chain reaction of events, which sees him pursued by a hitman who kills without mercy," he detailed. Brought to life by Ethan and Joel Coen, No Country for Old Men features Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem and Josh Brolin. The 2007 film secured four Oscars alongside 161 additional accolades and 139 nominations, as reported by the Mirror. Jay continued: "Visually, this movie is stunning. Very frame looks like a painting but at the same time, it still looks so real. "I personally think this is the Coen brothers best work. You could literally watch this movie multiple times and each time you could come away with something different." Responding to his clip, one viewer remarked: "One of the best movies of all time. Brolin and Bardem are wonderful in this as is Tommy Lee Jones. It is a classic. Great for multiple viewings as you say." Another viewer chimed in: "I agree this is Cohen's brothers best film. I don't usually re-watch films, I saw this at the cinema and I've watched it at home 5 times. it's excellent!". A third fan declared: "I watched this in cinemas when it first came out and all I can say is WOW." Some reckon the film stands as the best choice across the entirety of Netflix, which is quite an achievement given the streaming service boasts over 4,000 titles across the platform. Writing their review on IMDb, one viewer commented: "Days after seeing it, I am still haunted by No Country for Old Men. There is just something so effectual and uncompromising about it, that mere words will only begin to skim the surface of the cinematic excellence on display." A fellow critic noted: "If you like films that literally take your breath away, then this goes to the top of the list. As stated elsewhere, Javier Bardem is so spectacularly evil and menacing that, if I were Mrs Bardem, I'd be worried about him coming home at night. "The man exuded controlled evil, and I found myself not breathing when he came onto screen, yet couldn't take my eyes from him - a truly mesmerising presence." They continued, "Tommy Lee Jones turns in a belter of a performance, and mention should also be made of Kelly MacDonald who nails a faultless Texan accent alongside a multi-layered performance (despite the paucity of her screen time). "Beautifully shot, as you would expect, and with some (welcome) moments of humour amongst the gore, this is a very very fine film. "Miss it at your peril, because when those little golden men are being handed out next year in LA, I predict a lot of them will be going to this film. A belter."
Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Netflix fans believe they've found 'best movie' on the entire streaming service
A film buff has urged Netflix users to check out its 'best movie' on the entire streaming platform – and people agree it's a 'belter' and can be enjoyed time and time again Netflix subscribers have been urged to check out the 'best' crime thrillers on the streaming platform - and people can't get enough of it. Film buff Jay, who is known as @flixwithjay on social media, has shared the crime thriller you need to check out on UK Netflix, claiming it to be one of the best things you'll see all year. In his TikTok clip, he said: "It's an absolute classic, No Country for Old Men. It's a crime drama about a hunter who stumbles across a drug deal gone wrong. In the aftermath, he runs off with a suitcase full of cash. This then sets off a deadly chain reaction of events, which sees him pursued by a hitman who kills without mercy." Directed by Ethan ad Joal Coen, No Country for Old Men stars Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem and Josh Brolin. The 2007 movie has won four Oscars as well as 161 other awards and 139 nominations. Jay added: "Visually, this movie is stunning. Very frame looks like a painting but at the same time, it still looks so real. "I personally think this is the Coen brothers best work. You could literally watch this movie multiple times and each time you could come away with something different." Commenting on his video, one user said: "One of the best movies of all time. Brolin and Bardem are wonderful in this as is Tommy Lee Jones. It is a classic. Great for multiple viewings as you say." Another user added: "I agree this is Cohen's brothers best film. I don't usually re-watch films, I saw this at the cinema and I've watched it at home 5 times. it's excellent!" A third user said: "I watched this in cinemas when it first came out and all I can say is WOW." Some even think the movie is the best option on the whole of Netflix, which is no mean feat as the streaming platform has more than 4,000 titles in total. Reviewing the movie on IMDb, one user said: "Days after seeing it, I am still haunted by No Country for Old Men. There is just something so effectual and uncompromising about it, that mere words will only begin to skim the surface of the cinematic excellence on display." Another user added: "If you like films that literally take your breath away, then this goes to the top of the list. As stated elsewhere, Javier Bardem is so spectacularly evil and menacing that, if I were Mrs Bardem, I'd be worried about him coming home at night. "The man exuded controlled evil, and I found myself not breathing when he came onto screen, yet couldn't take my eyes from him - a truly mesmerising presence. "Tommy Lee Jones turns in a belter of a performance, and mention should also be made of Kelly MacDonald who nails a faultless Texan accent alongside a multi-layered performance (despite the paucity of her screen time). "Beautifully shot, as you would expect, and with some (welcome) moments of humour amongst the gore, this is a very very fine film. "Miss it at your peril, because when those little golden men are being handed out next year in LA, I predict a lot of them will be going to this film. A belter."
