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Netflix: Skyscraper, Dwayne Johnson's action thriller, is the new Top 6 in the US

Skyscraper was not only a success in 2018 and in The Rock's career, but it has now become the sixth most-watched movie on Netflix in the United States. Here, check out everything you need to know about its position in the Top 10.

Dwayne Johnson in Skyscraper.
© IMDbDwayne Johnson in Skyscraper.

Skyscraper is one of the action thrillers starring Dwayne Johnson that has marked another success in his career and now shines within the Netflix catalog, being the sixth most-watched movie on the platform in the United States.

It is an exciting option that offers entertainment and adrenaline-filled moments for genre lovers. It was characterized by its intense action, suspenseful scenes and spectacular stunt sequences.

Although it received mixed reviews, it was praised for The Rock‘s performance and his ability to maintain tension throughout the plot. Commercially, it performed well at the box office, grossing $304.9 million.

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Skyscraper ranked No. 6 movie on Netflix US

Skyscraper with Dwayne Johnson is the new trend on Netflix, ranking Top 6 among the most-watched movies on the platform in the United States, according to the specialized metrics site Flix Patrol.

The drama has not only become one of the most chosen by American users but has also surpassed four other productions, which have fallen lower on the list. Some such as “The Wages of Fear” and “Mortal Engines”.

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The plot follows a former leader of the FBI hostage rescue team and war veteran, who now works as a skyscraper security assessor. However, his family becomes trapped in the tallest and safest skyscraper in the world.

Suddenly, it catches fire due to a criminal plan, and to save his family, Johnson’s character must infiltrate the burning building and face multiple dangers, as a group of criminals.

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Rawson Marshall Thurber was the one who directed the movie, which had its big premiere during 2018. Despite receiving mixed reviews for its predictable script, it has become a classic in The Rock‘s career.

Ariadna, a Journalism graduate from Tea and Deportea in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is fluent in both English and Spanish. She has been a key member of the Spoiler US team since its inception in 2023, where she covers a wide range of topics including entertainment, cinema, interviews, television programs, lifestyle, celebrity news, influencers, streaming platforms, pop culture, and reality shows. Before her role at Spoiler US, Ariadna joined Bolavip US in 2022, contributing to a diverse array of content areas. Her career began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, and she has also written about various cultural events for Spoiler Latinoamerica in 2023. With over three years of experience in journalism across various media outlets, Ariadna continues to broaden her expertise and impact in the field.

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