Jude Law‘s 2024 film The Order has finally become a hit after being added to Prime Video last week. The film features the Sherlock Holmes actor as an FBI agent pursuing a white supremacist terrorist group in 1980s America, with notable performances from Nicholas Hoult, Tye Sheridan, and Jurnee Smollett. Critics and audiences alike have responded positively, with a remarkable 92% positive review score on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 148 reviews. The critical consensus highlights the film, describing it as “A stoic Jude Law and diabolically good Nicholas Hoult turn the tides of history in this grippingly intense thrill ride.”
Despite the accolades, The Order initially flew under the radar due to its limited theatrical release in December of the previous year. However, following its addition to Prime Video on Thursday, February 6, it seems to have captured a wider audience. According to the tracker site FlixPatrol, the film currently holds second place on the list of the biggest movies on the service, which utilizes a system known as ‘Popularity Points.’
This year has also seen Jude Law’s involvement in the Disney+ Star Wars series Skeleton Crew, which received a less enthusiastic reception compared to The Order. Digital Spy’s review of Skeleton Crew describes it as “a totally passable installment in the Star Wars franchise for young fans” but criticizes its unoriginality, stating that “everything you see in Skeleton Crew has been done a thousand times before.”
Looking forward, Law is set to portray Vladimir Putin in director Olivier Assayas’ upcoming film The Wizard of the Kremlin, which explores the Russian leader’s early days in his career. As of now, The Order is available for Prime Video subscribers to stream, allowing fans to enjoy Jude Law’s powerful performance in this thrilling narrative.
The film’s newfound success signifies a major turnaround in its visibility and audience engagement. With its strong critical reception and top rankings on streaming platforms, The Order highlights the potent combination of captivating storytelling and the star power of Jude Law, ensuring it will remain a talking point among movie enthusiasts for some time to come.
