Netflix’s new action-packed sci-fi thriller starring Alan Ritchson has shot to number one on the streaming platform just days after release.

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‘Edge of your seat’ Netflix thriller shoots up chart as fans demand sequel (Image: NETFLIX)

Netflix’s latest action-filled science fiction thriller has been hailed as one of the standout films of the year, mere days after its release.

Whilst official critic reviews have been varied, earning a 68 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this thrilling and gritty blockbuster has attracted a fervent group of dedicated fans.

Even more notably, it has rocketed to the top of the streaming service’s top ten chart for films just a few days following its release on Friday, 6th March.

If you didn’t already experience the awe-inspiring cinematic adrenaline rush over the weekend, ensure War Machine takes centre stage on your streaming watchlist this week.

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Reacher’s Alan Ritchson takes on a high-stakes mission (Image: NETFLIX)
Also featuring Dennis Quaid (The Substance), Jai Courtney (Dangerous Animals), and Esai Morales (Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning), War Machine is ideal for aficionados of other sci-fi classics such as Predator, Aliens, and Edge of Tomorrow.

Viewers have been effusive in their praise for the new Netflix original, including one IMDb user who declared: “Absolutely LOVED IT! It’s been awhile since a movie kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time!

“This one did the trick! The action was awesome, the story was awesome, and it was an overall GREAT WAY to spend a Saturday night at home!”

They then pleaded: “Can’t wait to see what comes next! Bring on a sequel! Please!”

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Hollywood heavyweight Dennis Quaid stars in War Machine (Image: NETFLIX)

The sentiment was shared by another reviewer, who described the film as “nostalgic”, writing: “This felt like we were back in the 2010s and yeah that felt real!

“Love this movie and how everything is portrayed, the cast and the whole action packed thrill, had me on my seat and shouting, I wish it was a series or I hope there’s [a] sequel coming after this, cause I can not keep my cool right now. I am going to rewatch it again tomorrow. Damn this was beautiful!”

“Best action movie of 2026 so far,” someone else declared in their bold 10/10 write-up. “Alan did such an amazing job playing the role he is really the perfect guy they could’ve cast, ending was incredible.

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Will this action-packed sci-fi thriller get a sequel? (Image: NETFLIX)

“Just watch and have fun I promise you, you WILL have fun it got so many intense parts that you can’t keep your eyes off the screen, truly enjoyed every single minute of this movie, not too long as well just under two hours, perfect for a last night binge with some popcorn.”

War Machine’s director Patrick Hughes is also recognised for The Hitman’s Bodyguard and its sequel, The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard. He’s also in production on a highly anticipated Hollywood remake of Gareth Evans’ The Raid as well as an untitled Navy SEAL film for Amazon MGM.

However, following the enormous success of his new Netflix release, there’s every possibility that a sequel could be fast-tracked by the streamer. Stay tuned for further updates.

War Machine is available to stream on Netflix.