Ritchie Fantasy Epic That Bombed at the Box Office Finds Streaming Success on Netflix Years Later
Ritchie’s Arthurian Action Story
Ritchie reworked the Arthurian legend as a fast-paced action adventure, mixing witty and gritty elements. Charlie Hunnam plays Arthur as a reluctant hero who must confront his past and inner trauma before joining a rebellion.
The film was initially imagined as a multi-movie franchise, but it did not win over enough moviegoers during its theatrical release. Hunnam received praise for his physical commitment and raw charisma, though those qualities did not change the film’s box-office result.
Theatrical Results Fell Short
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword brought in $148.7 million worldwide against a reported budget of $175 million. Critics gave it a 31% Rotten Tomatoes rating, while audience members were more positive, rating it 69%.
The gap between the critics’ and audiences’ scores suggests a warmer response from viewers than reviewers. The film’s theatrical performance nevertheless fell short of its budget.
A New Netflix Chart Climb
The film has since reached sixth place among movies on Netflix’s top 10 charts, according to FlixPatrol. It is charting alongside titles including A Dog’s Perfect Christmas, The Day After Tomorrow, The Croods, The Mummy and 10000 BC.
The streaming ranking marks a renewed audience for a film that failed to establish the planned franchise in theaters. Its current chart position adds to Ritchie’s recent run of projects finding viewers at home.
Key points
- King Arthur: Legend of the Sword is sixth on Netflix’s film chart, according to FlixPatrol.
- The film earned $148.7 million worldwide on a $175 million budget.
- Critics rated the film 31% on Rotten Tomatoes, compared with 69% from audiences.
- Charlie Hunnam stars as Arthur, a reluctant hero in Ritchie’s action-focused take on the legend.