Glen Powell's star has been steadily ascending since his breakout role in 2022's 'Top Gun: Maverick'. While he’s recently navigated mixed critical reception with films like Edgar Wright’s 'The Running Man' and found success with his new series 'Chad Powers' on Hulu, it's 'Twisters' that's currently making significant waves in the streaming landscape.
The sequel to the beloved 1996 film 'Twister', directed by Lee Isaac Chung and penned by Joseph Kosinski and Mark L. Smith, proved to be a global box office hit, raking in $372 million worldwide against a $155 million budget. Beyond its financial success, 'Twisters' resonated strongly with viewers, boasting an impressive 90% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, alongside a respectable 75% from critics, according to a report from Collider.
Now, the high-octane storm-chasing adventure, co-starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Anthony Ramos, has found a thriving second life on streaming. Its simultaneous availability on Hulu and Prime Video has propelled it into the ranks of the most-watched titles globally, indicating a sustained appetite for its blend of intense action and compelling characters.
'Twisters' follows Kate Cooper, portrayed by Daisy Edgar-Jones, a former storm chaser who, after a traumatic college experience with a tornado, now studies storm patterns from the safety of New York City. She's drawn back into the field by her friend Javi (Anthony Ramos) to test a revolutionary new tracking system. There, she encounters Tyler Owens (Glen Powell), a charismatic and daring social media sensation known for documenting his perilous storm-chasing exploits. As an unprecedented storm season unleashes terrifying phenomena, Kate, Tyler, and their rival teams find themselves in a desperate fight for survival amidst converging storm systems over central Oklahoma.
The film also features veteran actress Maura Tierney in a key role, further rounding out a strong ensemble cast. The enduring popularity of 'Twisters' on streaming platforms underscores not only the film's appeal but also Glen Powell's growing influence as a leading man capable of drawing significant viewership, both in cinemas and in the competitive streaming world.