Zendaya's acclaimed 2024 drama 'Challengers' is now streaming for free on BBC iPlayer, but fans have only until Monday, July 27 to watch it. The film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, stars Zendaya as a tennis star-turned-coach caught in a love triangle with her husband (Mike Faist) and ex-boyfriend (Josh O'Connor).
Critical and Audience Acclaim
'Challengers' boasts an 88% score on Rotten Tomatoes and won Best Original Score at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards. The critical consensus reads: 'With its trio of outstanding performers volleying their star power back and forth without ever dropping the ball, Challengers is a kinetic and sexy romp at court.' The film grossed just under $100 million at the box office.
Fan Reactions on Letterboxd
Fans have praised the film on social media. @Catherine wrote: 'Dude five stars. The most incredible complex characters. Like my 5th rewatch. Needs to get added to my Letterboxd hall of fame at this point.' @sam_wel added: 'Somehow transcended my first viewing experience. So perfect. Made me feel so alive I cried with joy.' Others called it 'a perfect summer watch' and 'a yearly watch.'
Zendaya's Busy 2026
2026 is proving to be a landmark year for Zendaya, who stars in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' this month, alongside her husband Tom Holland. She will also appear in 'Dune Messiah' later this year. Despite her busy schedule, 'Challengers' remains a standout in her filmography.
