Chris Hemsworth and Tom Holland have experienced a remarkable turnaround in the reception of their film, In the Heart of the Sea. Initially released a decade ago, this film faced a disappointing box office return of $94 million despite its substantial $100 million budget. Known for their roles as Thor and Spider-Man, these two actors have mirrored their Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) collaborations, most notably in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. Hemsworth has appeared as the Asgardian hero in nine MCU films, while Holland has represented Peter Parker across six films.
Outside of the MCU, both Hemsworth and Holland have also showcased their talents in various other projects. Hemsworth gained further acclaim through Netflix’s action-packed franchise, Extraction, starring in both the 2020 film and its 2023 sequel, with a third installment on the horizon. Holland, too, has made a mark in Netflix’s The Devil All the Time and other streaming titles, including the Apple TV exclusive Cherry, masterfully directed by the Russo brothers. Notably, Hemsworth and Holland’s collaboration outside the MCU diverged from success, leading to the box office disappointment of In the Heart of the Sea.
In the Heart of the Sea: A Global Netflix Phenomenon
Achieving 10th Place This Week
Fast forward ten years, and In the Heart of the Sea has transformed into a sweeping global success on Netflix. This week, it proudly occupies the 10th position on Netflix’s Global Top 10 movies, boasting 3.7 million views. It ranks just below other titles like Carry-On, The Secret Life of Pets 2, and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Notably, its resurgence places it within the top 10 only in the United States.
Implications of In the Heart of the Sea‘s Streaming Success
A Glimmer of Redemption for Box Office Flops
Despite the success of Hemsworth and Holland’s projects within the MCU, their forays into other genres, particularly with In the Heart of the Sea, have often fallen flat. The film’s critical reception was a mix of admiration for its visual prowess and storytelling, even as it failed to achieve the epic ambition it aimed for. Ultimately, it grossed only $94.3 million against its significant budget, marking it as a box office failure.
However, the film’s emergence as a Netflix phenomenon brings a semblance of redemption for its prior lackluster theatrical performance. While this renewed interest sheds light on its artistic merits, it also serves as a reminder of its past shortcomings. As of now, In the Heart of the Sea stands poised between being a cult classic and a cautionary tale about the volatility of film success in transitioning from theaters to home viewing.
Source: Netflix
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