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The movie industry is constantly overflowing with forgettable flicks, especially in the thriller genre.

onFebruary 28, 2025.

Chadwick Aaron Boseman as Andre in "21 Bridges" movie

Heres why you should stream it while its still available on thestreaming service.

What is 21 Bridges about?

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Others stick to familiar territory but execute it well enough to leave an impact.

21 Bridges falls into the latter category.

Director Brian Kirk does a pretty good job at making this feel gritty and dark.

21 Bridges with Chadwick Boseman

But the real reason to watch 21 Bridges is Chadwick Boseman.

There’s a moment early on when he interrogates a room full of hardened cops after a late-night shootout.

Its a simple scene in itself, but Boseman commands authority through his very calm demeanor.

Taylor Kitsch as Ray Jackson in “21 Bridges” movie

Scenes like this alone really ground the movie.

That said, the other characters don’t have much of an impact.

The real driving force here is Boseman, alongside some well-executed action sequences in the claustrophobic streets of Manhattan.

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Im not the only one who enjoyed this movie since viewers have rated it 91% onRotten Tomatoes.

The pacing of the movie is great, it never slows down, and the action is great.

Critics, however, were far less enthusiastic, giving 21 Bridges an average score of 55%.

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That being said, some critics still found aspects to enjoy.

To sum it up, 21 Bridges doesnt take a stab at be more than what it is.

Its a lean, well-paced thriller that keeps you engaged even though the story is rather simple and predictable.

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It may not be the most original movieever, but its a thrilling experience nonetheless.

However, I understand the lower critics score may put some people off.

So if youre not feeling it, seewhats new on Netflix this weekfor more streaming recommendations.

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Otherwise, stream “21 Bridges” onNetflixuntil February 28.

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