HBO Max to Stream the Movie That Made Pedro Pascal “Want to Be a Better Man”

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With so many action movies focused on exaggerated masculinity, sometimes you just need a heartwarming story to remind you what’s important. Both Pedro Pascal and Nicolas Cage say that’s exactly what they found in Paddington 2. They call it a masterpiece and a film that inspires you to be a better person, and now it’s coming to a new streaming service.

Get ready for more adventures with everyone’s favorite bear! Paddington 2 is coming to HBO Max on February 1st. This sequel to the 2014 film Paddington brings back the original cast, including Ben Whishaw as Paddington, and Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, and the Brown family. Director Paul King also returns. The movie is packed with British and Irish acting talent – you might even spot some familiar faces from the Harry Potter films! The cast list is incredibly long, featuring stars like Brendan Gleeson, Jim Broadbent, and Julie Walters, among many others. It seems like almost every UK actor made an appearance!

Paddington’s peaceful life with the Brown family is disrupted when he’s falsely accused of theft and sent to jail. While he tries to win over his fellow prisoners with his good manners, the Browns race to find the real thief: a sneaky actor named Phoenix Buchanan, portrayed by Hugh Grant. Here’s what the story is about:

Paddington Bear is happily living with the Brown family and brings happiness (and marmalade!) to everyone around him. He finds a beautiful pop-up book in an antique shop, thinking it would be the perfect gift for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday. But when the book is stolen, Paddington sets off on an adventure to find the thief and save the celebration!

‘Paddington 2’ Is 99% Rated on Rotten Tomatoes

If anyone still doesn’t love Paddington 2, they should relax, have a marmalade sandwich, and give it another try. Beyond being a popular meme thanks to characters like Pascal and Nicolas Cage, Paddington 2 is consistently ranked among the best movies of all time, with a remarkable 99% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. Audiences also enjoyed it, giving it an 89% rating – though they were a bit more discerning than the critics.

Okay, so I’ve been digging through tons of reviews – over 10,000, actually – and honestly, the vast majority of people loved this movie. One person even said it’s proof that kids’ films can be just as good as anything else out there, and called it their all-time favorite. Another reviewer described it as a truly special film with an ending they’ll never forget, and even went so far as to call it a unique work of art. It’s clear this one really resonated with a lot of people!

Why Not Binge-Watch the Whole ‘Paddington’ Trilogy?


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The Paddington movies follow a pattern similar to the original Star Wars films: the first one was fantastic, the second is widely considered a classic, and while some people have issues with the third, it’s still a very good movie. If you’re thinking of watching Paddington 2 and want to start from the beginning, or if you just want a wonderful trilogy to watch, the Paddington films are an excellent choice.

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If you’re looking to watch the Paddington movies, here’s where to find them: the original Paddington is on Paramount+, Paddington 2 is expected to be on HBO Max, and Paddington in Peru will be on Netflix. Alternatively, you can purchase all three movies on Blu-ray and keep them permanently.

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2026-01-29 17:03