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164 Million Views, This Is By Far The Most Popular Movie On Netflix Of 2025
The action-comedy Back in Action features Cameron Diaz's stunning return and reflects a changing film landscape.
In January 2025, the action-comedy Back in Action premiered on Netflix, starring Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx. The film quickly became the most-watched Netflix film of 2025, with over 165 million views. It combined humor with spectacular action scenes and marked Diaz's return after a ten-year hiatus.
In Back in Action, Diaz plays a former CIA spy who interrupts her retirement to complete a new mission. Her character is clever, strong, and ready to tackle a hidden threat while protecting her family. Jamie Foxx stands by her side in a balanced mix of action and comedy.
Alongside Diaz and Foxx, Andrew Scott, Kyle Chandler, and Glenn Close round out the cast. The film is written and directed by Seth Gordon, known for works like Baywatch (2017) and Horrible Bosses (2011). For Diaz, this was a notable comeback; her last leading roles were in 2014 with films such as Annie and Sex Tape. In interviews at that time, she indicated that this could be her last acting project.
The plot centers around Matt and Emily, seemingly ordinary parents who are actually trained secret agents. Their double life leads to both comedic situations and thrilling confrontations, with family always at the heart of the story.
Back in Action became available on Netflix starting January 17, 2025. While the action-comedy has seen significant viewership, it unfortunately receives a poor IMDb rating of 5.9.
In Back in Action, Diaz plays a former CIA spy who interrupts her retirement to complete a new mission. Her character is clever, strong, and ready to tackle a hidden threat while protecting her family. Jamie Foxx stands by her side in a balanced mix of action and comedy.
Casting And Crew
Alongside Diaz and Foxx, Andrew Scott, Kyle Chandler, and Glenn Close round out the cast. The film is written and directed by Seth Gordon, known for works like Baywatch (2017) and Horrible Bosses (2011). For Diaz, this was a notable comeback; her last leading roles were in 2014 with films such as Annie and Sex Tape. In interviews at that time, she indicated that this could be her last acting project.
The plot centers around Matt and Emily, seemingly ordinary parents who are actually trained secret agents. Their double life leads to both comedic situations and thrilling confrontations, with family always at the heart of the story.
Release And Reception
Back in Action became available on Netflix starting January 17, 2025. While the action-comedy has seen significant viewership, it unfortunately receives a poor IMDb rating of 5.9.
