January 2025: ‘Damsel’ is the most watched movie of 2024 on any streaming platform
The fantasy adventure ‘Damsel’ (2024) starring Millie Bobby Brown, Robin Wright and Angela Bassett has made history by becoming the most-watched movie of 2024 on any streaming platform.
Since its global premiere on March 8, 2024, the movie directed by Spanish filmmaker Juan Carlos Fresnadillo has captivated audiences around the world, amassing an unprecedented 174.1 million views and securing the number one spot among all films and series released this year.
Within just three days of its debut, ‘Damsel’ soared to first place in 79 countries, racking up 35.5 million views, a remarkable feat that hinted at the global sensation it would become.
The success of ‘Damsel’ marks a milestone for Netflix and showcases how streaming platforms are reshaping the landscape of modern cinema. No longer bound by box office limitations, high-caliber productions like ‘Damsel’ now have the potential to reach global audiences instantly, demonstrating the enormous power of digital platforms in the entertainment industry today.
February 6, 2025: ‘Here’ becomes a Hit on Streaming
‘Here’ (2024) starring Tom Hanks and Robin Wright has found a new life on streaming after a disappointing theatrical run.
The movie directed by Robert Zemeckis struggled to make an impact at the box office despite its promising premise and star-studded team.
Released in theaters on November 1, 2024, ‘Here’ received mixed reviews and failed to draw large audiences, making its theatrical run a disappointment.
However, the story has taken a positive turn since the film’s arrival on Netflix. Debuting on the platform on January 30, 2025, ‘Here’ quickly rose to become one of the most-watched titles.
It debuted at the number 2 spot and is currently holding a place in the U.S. Top 10. The film ranked as the ninth most popular streaming title across all platforms during the week of January 30 to February 5.
Despite its rocky start, ‘Here’ is now finding the audience it missed in theaters, proving that streaming can offer a second chance for films to succeed.
April 1, 2025: Robin Wright to Receive the Crystal Nymph Award at the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival
Actress, director, and producer Robin Wright will be honored at this year’s Monte-Carlo Television Festival with the prestigious Crystal Nymph Award, a distinction reserved for talents whose careers have left a significant and lasting impact on the television industry.
Her portrayal of Claire Underwood in the Netflix series ‘House of Cards’ won her a Golden Globe and 8 Emmy Award nominations.
Her upcoming projects include the Prime Video miniseries ‘The Girlfriend’.
In TV, Robin Wright also has directed episodes of series including ‘Ozark’ and ‘Tell Me Lies.’
She will be in Monte-Carlo in June 17 to receive the award, which is given during the Festival’s closing ceremony.
“I’ve had the chance to live an incredible career in television and I am deeply honored to receive this distinction,” Wright said in response to the announcement, “I’m really looking forward to coming to Monte-Carlo in June to share this moment with those who, like me, love and respect the work we do.”
Cécile Menoni, Executive Director of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival, praised Wright’s enduring legacy: “For decades, Robin Wright has captivated audiences with the power and precision of her performances. Her commitment as a director and producer also demonstrates her desire to push the boundaries of audiovisual creation.”
Wright joins a roster of recent U.S. recipients of the Crystal Nymph that includes Helen Mirren, Morgan Freeman, Michael Douglas, Donald Sutherland and Patricia Arquette.