Joey King (The Kissing Booth) and Chase Stokes (Outer Banks) have teamed up with major industry stars to bring the adaptation of “Uglies“, one of author Scott Westerfeld’s most popular science fiction sagas, to Netflix.
The drama explores themes of identity, social pressure and beauty standards imposed by society, blending these with a futuristic aesthetic and a visually stunning world that combines a narrative questioning conformity.
The film is directed by McG, known for his work on Charlie’s Angels and Terminator Salvation. The screenplay focuses on maintaining the spirit of the book while updating it for a modern audience.
Uglies ranks No. 1 movie on Netflix worldwide and US
In a surprising shakeup on Netflix’s charts, a new dystopian thriller has surpassed Rebel Ridge as the platform’s most-watched movie worldwide and in the US, achieving this feat in just three days, according to Flix Patrol.
“Uglies” with Joey King has secured the No. 10 spot on the Top 10. Both fans and critics are talking about the movie’s unique take on a society where extreme beauty standards dictate people’s lives.
The drama combines a visually captivating world with intense action and relatable emotional depth. Its striking futuristic aesthetic, along with King’s compelling performance as Tally Youngblood, has catapulted it to viral stardom.
The sudden rise of the sci-fi production also highlights the power of loyal fanbases, as readers of the original book by Scott Westerfeld have been eagerly awaiting the film adaptation.
The success could signal the beginning of a new wave of young adult dystopian films, a genre that saw massive popularity in the early 2010s. So far, a sequel has not been confirmed, but its future is bright.