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Netflix: Ansel Elgort and Lily James' Baby Driver ranked No. 3 movie in the US

Ansel Elgort and Lily James joined forces in 2018 to bring to life one of the most well-known action and crime thrillers in cinema: Baby Driver, which has now become the #3 most-watched movie on Netflix. Here are the details.

Lily James and Ansel Elgort in Baby Driver.
© IMDbLily James and Ansel Elgort in Baby Driver.

Baby Driver” is an action-packed crime thriller directed by Edgar Wright (Last Night in Soho), which premiered in 2017 and has now become a trend once again within the Netflix catalog in the United States.

The story stands out for its fast pace, exciting action and innovative integration of music into the narrative. The soundtrack plays an important role, as many scenes are synchronized with the songs.

It was a commercial success and received several nominations and awards, including three Academy Awards. It is currently widely considered one of the best titles in the genre and also within the streaming giant.

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Baby Driver is the #3 most-watched movie on Netflix US

Baby Driver is the new trend that has become the third most-watched movie on Netflix among American users in the past few hours, according to one of the most well-known specialized metrics sites.

Flix Patrol reported that the title not only entered the Top 10 in the United States but has also managed to dethrone other popular productions on the service. Among them are Mortal Engines and Space Jam: A New Legacy.

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The drama tells the story of Baby, a talented getaway driver with tinnitus, a constant ringing in the ears, who constantly listens to music to counteract it. He works for an organized crime boss named Doc and gets involved in a series of daring heists while trying to pay off a looming debt.

The plot complicates when he falls in love with Debora, a waitress, and begins to question his involvement in the world of crime. As he tries to leave his criminal life behind and escape with her, he finds himself entangled in an increasingly dangerous situation with his boss and his fellow criminals.

The three-time Oscar-nominated production not only has a great narrative but also boasts a stellar cast, filled with great talents. Ansel Elgort brings the main character to life and is accompanied by Lily James as Debora.

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In addition to the young stars, the cast includes Jon Hamm, Jon Bernthal, Eiza González, Kevin Spacey, Jamie Foxx, Flea, Sky Ferreira, Lanny Joon, Micah Howard and other significant figures.

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