While Milo Ventimiglia’s character didn’t do well in the war lore of “This Is Us,” he certainly excels in the squad leader role. You can catch him and other A-list stars in the recently released “Land of Bad,” which quickly became the most-watched movie on Netflix in the United States
Originally titled “JTAC” (Joint Terminal Attack Controller), the film was written by David Frigerio and William Eubank a decade ago during the production of “The Signal.” Ten years later, it finally hit theaters in the United States on February 16, 2024, and was added to the #1 streamer on July 18.
Though reviews have been mixed, both the public and critics agree that it is a solid entry in the war genre, with standout performances from the cast.
‘Land of Bad’ occupies the Top 1 on Netflix US
War movies are trending across all streaming services, and “Land of Bad” is no exception. Within hours of its release, it rapidly became the #1 movie on Netflix in the United States, according to Flix Patrol.
Remarkably, it has effortlessly surpassed “Trolls Band Together,” which was performing well due to its appeal to families with kids. It has also outpaced the “Fifty Shades” movies, which were recently added and had garnered significant viewership.
In the film, Reaper is an Air Force drone pilot supporting a special mission in the southern Philippines. After detecting movement in the jungle during his aerial reconnaissance, the situation takes an unexpected turn. The ground team, including Sergeant Kinney and his comrades, is swiftly attacked and captured by insurgents.
Russell Crowe plays Eddie Grimm ‘Reaper,’ and his team features stars such as Liam Hemsworth, Luke Hemsworth, Ricky Whittle, and Milo Ventimiglia, among others.
Often described as one of the most underrated releases of 2024 due to a lackluster marketing campaign, “Land of Bad” is finally receiving the recognition it deserves on streaming platforms. While it may not reach the heights of “Apocalypse Now” or “Saving Private Ryan,” viewers agree that it’s definitely worth the watch.
