"Godzilla Minus One" has made history by simultaneously topping Netflix and iTunes VOD charts following an unexpected release. The film, which grossed $56 million in the U.S. and Canada, skipped the usual higher-priced PVOD rental and went directly to a $5.99 rental on iTunes. This surprise release has led to significant viewership, pushing it to #1 on both platforms.
Toho's "Godzilla Minus One," which won an Oscar for Special Effects, is now available on Netflix and VOD platforms after a six-month theatrical run in the U.S. and Canada. The film's home release on June 1 is unusual for a Saturday and suggests specific contractual agreements. Despite the delay, the film is expected to be popular, especially with a lower rental price of $5.99.
Despite receiving 18 Oscar nominations, Netflix's nominated films did not reenter its top 10 most-watched film list after the announcement. "The Postcard Killings" and "The Hill" held the top spots, while VOD viewing saw Best Picture nominees like "Oppenheimer" performing well. Meanwhile, "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" topped the charts at Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu. The most successful Netflix nominees were "Nimona" and "Society of the Snow," while "Maestro" and other nominees had limited success. The article also discusses the performance of various new releases across different platforms.
This week's new movies on streaming platforms include "The Nun II," a prequel to "The Conjuring" set in 1956, and "The Equalizer 3," featuring Denzel Washington as a retired assassin who is pulled back into action. Other releases include "After Everything," the final installment of the "After" franchise, and various titles available on Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, YouTube, and cable services.
This weekend, several new movies are available for streaming, including Disney's live-action remake of "The Little Mermaid" featuring Halle Bailey as Ariel, and the raunchy comedy "Joy Ride" with a focus on female friendship. Other titles like "Susie Searches" and "Knights of the Zodiac" are also available on various streaming platforms.
Action movies dominate the VOD charts with "John Wick: Chapter 4" returning to #1 after a two-month delay in home availability, while "Extraction 2" and "Kandahar" debut strongly on Netflix and other VOD charts. Meanwhile, "Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret" and "Beau Is Afraid" disappoint with high rental prices. Clint Eastwood's "The Mule" is #2 on Netflix, and three Netflix originals make the top 10.
Warner Bros. Pictures announced that "Evil Dead Rise," directed by Lee Cronin, will be available on VOD for $24.99 and PVOD for $19.99 starting May 9, 2023. The film will also be released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 27, 2023. The story takes the franchise out of the woods and into the big city, following two estranged sisters battling flesh-possessing demons. The film delivers great horror gags and opens up the world of the Deadites to new and exciting future opportunities.
