Netflix’s Saving Private Ryan Replacement Officially Removed From Dozens of Theaters Before Streaming
A wartime story reaches theaters
As they prepare for the invasion of Okinawa, the men take part in a celebrated football game. The film’s account frames that contest as one that would be the last for some players.
Theater count and box office
The movie opened on October 30 in 349 theaters. In its second week, it was removed from 40 theaters. The reported box-office figures do not align: the film reportedly earned $455,000 in its debut and $105,000 more in its second week, while its stated total was $756,400. The article does not explain the difference.
Reviews and Netflix plans
The film’s Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score debuted at 42%, fell to 33%, and later stood at 45%. The article describes its critical reception as unfavorable, without giving a separate audience score for the film.
Netflix is using theatrical releases to seek Academy Awards consideration for some of its movies. The Mosquito Bowl is due to begin streaming on the service November 25, 2026, following its cinema run.
Key points
- The Mosquito Bowl opened in 349 theaters and lost 40 bookings in its second week.
- The World War II drama follows four college football stars who enlist in the Marines after Pearl Harbor.
- Its Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score was reported at 45% after earlier readings of 42% and 33%.
- The film is scheduled to stream on Netflix on November 25, 2026.