A supernatural comedy sequel from 2024 is currently giving Netflix subscribers in the UK a major dose of nostalgia, rocketing up the platform's most-watched list to claim the number two spot.
Audience Acclaim Defies Critical Reception
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the 2024 action-packed follow-up, has struck a powerful chord with viewers despite a lukewarm critical response. The film holds a 42 percent critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, but boasts a far more impressive 81 percent audience approval rating. Many fans are declaring it the strongest entry in the iconic series since the original 1984 film.
Almost two years after its cinematic debut, the movie has surged past other popular titles on Netflix, including Wake Up Dead Man, Goodbye June, and K-Pop Demon Hunters. This rapid ascent highlights its significant popularity with the streaming audience.
A Nostalgic Return to New York Roots
The film continues the story revived in 2021's Ghostbusters: Afterlife. The new ghostbusting family, featuring Paul Rudd, Finn Wolfhard, Carrie Coon, and McKenna Grace, returns for another supernatural adventure. This time, the action shifts back to the franchise's original home: New York City.
When a new spectral threat emerges, the new team recruits the original heroes for help. The sequel delightfully brings back Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, and Annie Potts to battle the latest icy adversary alongside the next generation.
Fans Hail a Triumphant Cinematic Experience
Enthusiastic reviews from viewers have flooded social media and review platforms. One fan on Rotten Tomatoes awarded a five-star review, stating, "Best film of the franchise!... the return of some familiar faces makes this so nostalgic... Paul Rudd is amazing."
The praise extended to Letterboxd, where one reviewer emphatically wrote, "This was honestly one of the best movie-going experiences I've had in a long, LONG time." Another viewer highlighted the emotional payoff, noting, "The ending was such a beautiful and heartfelt homage to the 1984 film. I teared up."
Many noted the joyful return of the original cast, with particular attention on Bill Murray's apparent enjoyment. One comment read, "This was the happiest Bill Murray I've seen in years and years! The man was really happy to be there."
For those seeking a perfect blend of excitement, comedy, and comforting nostalgia this weekend, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is now available to stream on Netflix in the UK.
