New Netflix Thriller Is Officially A Hit With More Than 30 Million Views

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For the second weekend in a row, a new movie has reached number one on Netflix’s global Top Ten list. This week’s hit is a fresh take on the classic murder mystery, a popular genre right now, as seen in films like *Weapons*, *Another Simple Favor*, and the soon-to-be-released *Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery*. It’s a welcome change of pace from the many superhero movies we’ve seen lately.

Starring Kiera Knightley, Hannah Waddingham, and Guy Pearce, the movie *The Woman in Cabin 10* follows a travel writer who discovers a disturbing secret while on a luxury cruise. It’s gained 21.2 million views this week. Most viewers find it to be a pleasant, visually appealing film for a cozy night in, though it’s not particularly suspenseful or brilliantly written. Currently, it has a 28% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

So What Is The Deal With The Woman In Cabin 10?

The movie is adapted from Ruth Ware’s popular mystery novel, *The Woman in Cabin 10*. It follows journalist Lo Blacklock, played by Knightley, who gets a new assignment on a luxurious yacht. While onboard, she thinks she sees someone thrown overboard. When she reports it, everyone insists it didn’t happen, as all passengers and crew are present. Despite no one believing her, Lo bravely continues to investigate what she witnessed, putting herself in danger.

Okay, so I’ve been reading the reviews for this new film, and it’s a bit of a mixed bag. One critic from the Wall Street Journal called it ‘ludicrous’ but hoped the actors had fun, suggesting it’s more wacky than wonderful. However, Slate’s reviewer really liked how it took a classic, paranoid story and gave it a stylish, Hitchcockian feel. Honestly, after considering both sides, I think it lands somewhere in the middle. It’s a visually beautiful film with a strong cast, but the story itself isn’t the strongest. It’s an easy watch, though – you don’t have to really *think* too hard to enjoy it.

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2025-10-18 23:11