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The Bluff’ Debuts at No. 1 on Prime Video as Choreographed Pirate Action Wins Notice

Early response points to a viewer draw built on brutal, precisely staged combat.

Overview

  • Released February 25 on Prime Video, the film quickly hit No. 1 on FlixPatrol’s Amazon movie chart.
  • Initial reviews highlight vicious, well-choreographed swordplay and a strong lead turn for Priyanka Chopra Jonas, with a Rotten Tomatoes score reported around 68% and some critiques of familiar plotting.
  • Priyanka Chopra Jonas stars as former pirate Ercell “Bloody Mary” opposite Karl Urban’s Captain Connor in a 19th‑century Caribbean tale directed by Frank E. Flowers and produced by AGBO with Amazon MGM.
  • The leads describe months of preparation for tightly timed sword fights under stunt coordinator Rob Alonso, emphasizing precision and a physically demanding climactic duel.
  • Chopra Jonas has amplified buzz with behind‑the‑scenes posts and playful promotional reels, while widely circulated salary estimates remain unconfirmed by the filmmakers and studio.