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You Won’t Believe Why THIS 2002 Angelina Jolie Flop Just Hit #3 on Netflix

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Angelina Jolie is widely recognized as one of the most talented actresses currently active in Hollywood. She gained prominence for her powerful portrayal of a girl struggling with mental illness in the 1999 film “Girl, Interrupted,” which earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Subsequently, she captured the attention of audiences as the lead character in “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” (2001) and its sequel “Lara Croft: The Cradle of Life” (2003), solidifying her status as an action star. Her success continued with notable roles in films like “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” “Wanted,” and “Salt.” However, she has recently chosen to take a break from leading roles in major motion pictures.

In another turn of events, it’s an Angelina Jolie film that has gained popularity on Netflix.

This time, the focus is not on her Oscar nominations or wins, but rather on the success and popularity that this particular movie has garnered on the streaming platform. The specific details about her performances in various films like “A Mighty Heart,” “Changeling,” and “Maria” remain relevant for context, but the main emphasis here is on the current Netflix movie’s success.

Life Or Something Like It Becomes A Surprise Netflix Hit

It Ranks 3rd For This Week

The film titled “Life or Something Like It” has unexpectedly gained popularity on Netflix. Directed by Stephen Herek, renowned for his work in “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure,” this 2002 romantic drama features Angelina Jolie as a television journalist. After an encounter with a psychic who predicts her death within seven days and declares her life insignificant, she starts reevaluating her shallow lifestyle and values. Edward Burns shares the screen with Tony Shalhoub, Christian Kane, James Gammon, Stockard Channing, Gregory Itzin, Veena Sood, Jesse James Rutherford, among others.

After more than twenty years since its initial release, Angelina Jolie’s movie “Life or Something Like It” has unexpectedly become a popular choice on Netflix. During the week of April 16-22, it ranked third in Netflix’s Global Top 10 movies, amassing approximately 5.5 million views and being watched for a total of 9.6 million hours. It trails “The Life List” and “Meet the Khumalos,” but surpasses “Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror,” “Rise of the Guardians,” “The Croods,” “Despicable Me 4,” “Minions,” “The Boss Baby,” and “Despicable Me 3.

Our Take On Life Or Something Like It’s Netflix Success

Why Has It Become Popular Now?

The viewing preferences of Netflix users can sometimes be puzzling, and the fact that “Life or Something Like It” made it into the Global Top 10 is a clear demonstration. This film, largely overlooked in the past, was criticized for being overly contrived and unoriginal in its portrayal of the importance of cherishing life’s small moments. On Rotten Tomatoes, it garnered 28% from critics and 44% from audiences. At the box office, it underperformed significantly with a revenue of $16 million against a production budget of $40 million. However, one might argue that the unexpected success of “Life or Something Like It” on Netflix could simply be due to Angelina Jolie’s lasting influence as a star.

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2025-04-22 23:47

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