HBO Max’s Newly Added Sci-Fi is An Instant Streaming Hit

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A science fiction movie from 2023 featuring Adam Driver has become a hit on HBO Max. It quickly climbed into the top 10 streaming films, even pushing Gerard Butler’s Greenland out of the top 5, according to FlixPatrol. Given Driver’s impressive filmography – including movies like Logan Lucky, Ferrari, and the Star Wars sequels – it’s not surprising that another one of his films is performing so well, even if it didn’t initially get a lot of attention.

The sci-fi thriller 65 has resonated more with moviegoers than critics. It follows Mills (Adam Driver) after his spaceship crashes, leaving him stranded on Earth… 65 million years in the past! He teams up with the sole other survivor, a young girl named Koa (Ariana Greenblatt), and together they must journey across a dangerous, prehistoric landscape, battling deadly creatures in a desperate fight for survival and escape.

It’s A Quiet, Tense Thriller That Slightly Misses The Mark

The movie 65 received very negative reviews from critics, scoring only 35% on Rotten Tomatoes. While general audiences liked it slightly more (64%), it’s been criticized for being predictable and having a slow-moving story. Alfred Castaneda of Shade Studios believes the film could have been much better with different direction, calling it a “B-movie space-age disaster.” Justin Kim of Loud and Clear Reviews agrees, saying that even movies known for being silly need to have a clear and consistent storyline, and this one doesn’t.

Viewers generally seemed to enjoy the dinosaur action movie, 65, more than critics did. One person gave it a perfect 5-star rating, praising the intense suspense, strong performances, and effective storytelling despite the lack of dialogue. They felt it was a well-made sci-fi film that deserved more attention. Another viewer disagreed with the negative reviews, describing it as a thrilling, suspenseful experience. They highlighted the heart-stopping moments, Adam Driver’s performance, and the simple but effective way the story was told, suggesting critics had missed the point. They recommended it as a worthwhile prehistoric thriller.

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2026-01-10 22:40