Ewan McGregor’s 2013 fantasy feature is finding new life on streaming.The Scottish actor is most recognizable for his role in theStar Warsfranchise, where he took on the role ofJedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobiin the prequel trilogy. He also led his own limited Disney+ series in 2022. In his other notable roles, McGregor also played the titular role in 2018’sChristopher Robinand portrayed Lumiere in the live-actionBeauty and the Beastin 2017.
Outside the fantasy genre,McGregor has also appeared inMoulin Rouge, Birds of Prey,andDoctor Sleep.His career has extended to the small screenas well, starring inFargoseason 3 in 2018 as Ray and Emmit Stussy, two brothers who are dragged into a world of crime. McGregor’s dual roles inFargowould earn him a Golden Globe for Best Lead Actor in a Limited Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television.
Jack The Giant Slayer Is Rising Up The Netflix Ranks
McGregor Starred In The Action-Oriented Fairytale Reimagining
In 2013, McGregor starred inJack the Giant Slayerand played Elmont, a celebrated warrior who defends the kingdom of Cloister from the tyranny of giants. Within the movie, Elmond warms to the efforts of Nicholas Hoult’s young peasant Jack after Princess Isabel (Eleanor Tomlinson) is abducted by giants.Jack the Giant Slayeralso features Stanley Tucci, Ian McShane, and Bill Nighy as the voice of General Fallon, the leader of the Giants. Upon release,Jack the Giant Slayerearned mixed reviewsfrom critics.
Now, Netflix has offered the fantasy movie a second chance. According to the service’s daily Top 10 chart,Jack the Giant Slayerhas climbed to #7 in the United Statesas of April 6. The $197 million box office flop may have been unable to earn anything beyond a meager profit, but the movie is currently ranked ahead ofSicario: Day of the Soldado,Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, andDraft Day.Top of the chart for April 6 isOne of Them Days.
Our Take On Jack The Giant Slayer’s Netflix Performance
Hoult’s Recent Hits May Have Viewers Looking Back On His Career
Despite its plot and special effects earning criticism in reviews at the time, one element that has earnedJack the Giant Slayerpraise is the performances of its cast. Alongside the ever-popular McGregor,the stars are all very strong. Particularly with Hoult, the actor is in the middle of an impressive string of projects currently. He earned back-to-back strong reviews withJuror No. 2andNosferatu, and he’s a part of one of the most anticipated movies of the summer,Superman.Because of that, he may be fuelingJack the Giant Slayer’s resurgence.
