Overview
- The 112-minute film premiered worldwide on Netflix on March 20, 2026, directed by Tom Harper and written by Steven Knight.
- Early reception is broadly positive, with an initial Rotten Tomatoes score reported around 92%, a Metacritic score near 61, and IMDb at roughly 7.1.
- The title rapidly entered Netflix’s Top 10 rankings in the United States, Latin America and other markets.
- Critics highlight Cillian Murphy’s lead performance and the film’s striking visuals, while noting its close continuity with the series’ style.
- Reports indicate a new television sequel set in the 1950s is in development, with claims of Birmingham-based production and two six-episode seasons not yet officially confirmed.