Nicole Kidman’s “darkly funny” thriller that takes ‘unexpected turns’ gets new UK streaming home

In the UK and Ireland, you can now stream Nicole Kidman’s sensual suspense film titled “Babygirl” on Amazon Prime Video.

Today, the movie, helmed by Halina Reijn in “Bodies Bodies Bodies,” found its way onto the streaming platform, having been released in cinemas back on January 10.

In the movie titled “Iron Claw,” Nicole Kidman portrays Romy, a strong CEO who finds herself in a passionate relationship with a younger colleague, Samuel, played by Harris Dickinson. Meanwhile, Antonio Banderas takes on the role of Jacob, her character’s husband.

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Following its debut at the Venice Film Festival last year, the film garnered generally favorable critiques. At present, it boasts a 76% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 271 reviews, while its audience score stands at 48%. (As of this writing)

In the movie “Babygirl“, Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson ignite a captivating chemistry. The watchful eye of director Halina Reijn, who also penned the script, ensures that this sexually open-book thriller delivers more intrigue than titillation.

Many critics praise Nicole Kidman for her outstanding performance, describing her as “exceptionally powerful” (The Telegraph) and delivering a “courageous portrayal” that transforms the film into an “alluring, darkly humorous, and daring masterpiece” (Indiewire).

As a gamer, I have to say that this game has sparked quite a debate among critics. Some claim it feels overly manufactured, like mass-produced gear or prepackaged snacks (a sentiment expressed in The Guardian). But on the flip side, others argue it’s got an intriguing plot with surprising twists that keep the thriller vibe going strong, and they believe it manages to capture something authentic about women’s erotic experiences in today’s world of control (as mentioned in Variety).

This year, stepping off the silver screen, actress Nicole Kidman found herself back on television with the second installment of “Nine Perfect Strangers” streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

In a repeat performance, the actor once again took on the enigmatic character of Masha Dmitrichenko, a guru, who extends invitations to nine individuals unfamiliar to her for a life-changing wellness retreat nestled within the breathtaking Austrian Alps.

The new ensemble features Christine Baranski from “Mamma Mia!”, Henry Golding known for “Another Simple Favor”, Annie Murphy hailing from “Schitt’s Creek”, Mark Strong recognized as the star of “Kingsman”, and Murray Bartlett, who graced our screens in “The White Lotus” season 1.

Babygirl is now available to watch on Prime Video in the UK and Ireland.

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2025-08-15 19:00