Tom Hardy’s ‘Havoc’ Surges to Top of Netflix Charts Despite 63% Rotten Tomatoes Score

For over three decades, Tom Hardy has consistently shown up on both big and small screens. He first appeared on TV in the critically acclaimed miniseries “Band of Brothers.” Later, he caught everyone’s attention with a notable role in Ridley Scott’s film “Black Hawk Down” (2001). Over the following decade, Hardy solidified his reputation with roles in films such as “RocknRolla” and “Bronson,” before gracing our screens in Christopher Nolan’s hit movie, “Inception” (2010).

In the subsequent years, Hardy didn’t show signs of slowing down, working with Nolan on two more projects: “The Dark Knight Rises” in 2012 and “Dunkirk” in 2017. The 2015 film, “Mad Max: Fury Road,” became one of Hardy’s most memorable performances, solidifying his status as an action star, a role he further developed in the “Venom” series. Now, Hardy has embarked on what might be his most intense and action-packed role to date.

Havoc Becomes A Netflix Success

The Tom Hardy Action Thriller Tops The Streamer’s Charts

The action thriller “Havoc,” helmed by Gareth Evans (famous for directing “The Raid” in 2011 and its sequel), has recently gained significant popularity on Netflix as per recent streaming data. In this gritty drama, Tom Hardy portrays Patrick Walker, a determined cop diving deep into the criminal underworld to recover a missing politician’s son. Alongside Hardy, the “Havoc” cast includes Timothy Olyphant, Forest Whitaker, Jessie Mei Li, and Quelin Sepulveda.

As a cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that “Havoc” has taken the lead as the most-watched movie on Netflix worldwide during the week of April 21 – 27. This action-packed thriller amassed an astounding total of 29.8 million views and was watched for a whopping 53.1 million hours! “Havoc” ruled the box in 40 countries, including the U.S., Canada, the UK, Germany, Denmark, and South Africa. Moreover, it ranked within the top 10 in an impressive 93 countries. For those who missed it, here’s the complete global top 10 list below:

What This Means For Havoc

The Film’s Mixed Reception Explained

Given that Havoc debuted on Netflix on April 25, it’s not unexpected to find it among the top films. What’s truly remarkable is its number one spot, and with nearly 30 million views, it boasts a significant advantage over the second-place title. This strong viewership helps offset the mixed reviews from critics towards Havoc, as the film has been criticized for its predictable plot and thinly developed characters due to its familiar storyline.

The Rotten Tomatoes rating for this film from critics is a relatively tepid 63%, but the audience-driven Popcornmeter score is even lower at 38%. Evans set an incredibly high standard with both of The Raid films, and it seems that many viewers feel that Havoc does not match the quality of his previous work. With a strong audience turnout, there’s potential for a sequel, but the reception may impact its future prospects. Nevertheless, there’s a lot of interest in the movie during its first week, and it will be intriguing to see if Havoc remains popular as weeks go by.

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2025-04-29 23:20