The high-octane 'Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw' has found a new lease on life, becoming one of the most-watched films on Hulu. As reported by ScreenRant, the movie currently stands as the fourth most popular film on the platform and the twelfth most popular title overall, a remarkable feat for a movie released half a decade ago. Its strong performance places it above contemporary hits like 'Road House' (2024), 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' (2026), and even critically acclaimed classics such as 'Inglourious Basterds' (2009).
Directed by David Leitch, known for his work on 'John Wick' and 'Deadpool 2,' 'Hobbs & Shaw' brought together two of the 'Fast & Furious' franchise's most charismatic anti-heroes: Jason Statham's Deckard Shaw and Dwayne Johnson's Luke Hobbs. The duo is forced to team up against a cyber-genetically enhanced villain, portrayed by Idris Elba, with a supporting cast that includes Vanessa Kirby, Helen Mirren, and Eiza González. While critics offered lukewarm reviews, resulting in a 67% score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film was an undeniable box office success, raking in an impressive $760 million worldwide.
For Jason Statham, 'Hobbs & Shaw' holds a special place in his extensive filmography. Not only does it remain his highest-grossing movie in which he holds a lead role, but it also marked a pivotal moment in his career as his first-ever producer credit. Since then, Statham has continued to take on producing roles for several of his projects, including 'Meg 2: The Trench' (2023), 'The Expendables 4' (2023), and 'The Beekeeper' (2024), with a sequel to 'The Beekeeper' already in the pipeline. This shift highlights his growing influence behind the camera.
The renewed interest in 'Hobbs & Shaw' on streaming platforms underscores the lasting power of the 'Fast & Furious' universe and the star power of its lead actors. With the main 'Fast & Furious' saga reportedly heading towards its conclusion with 'Fast Forever,' the popularity of this spinoff suggests that audiences are still eager for more adventures featuring characters like Deckard Shaw, leaving open the possibility for Statham's return to the franchise in the future.