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Action Films Dominate Holiday Streaming with Record Views

1/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

This holiday season, action films took center stage in streaming, with Dwayne Johnson's "Red One" on Prime Video racking up an impressive 2.1 billion minutes watched. Close behind, Netflix's "Carry-On" captivated audiences with 1.69 billion minutes. Both films expertly combined festive cheer with adrenaline-pumping plots, offering a fresh twist for viewers craving excitement.

History

Historical Context

This holiday season, streaming platforms showcased a surge in action films, reminiscent of the 1980s when blockbuster action movies dominated theaters. The rise of digital streaming has transformed film consumption, paralleling the shift from traditional cinema to home viewing during the COVID-19 pandemic, which accelerated trends toward immediate, on-demand entertainment, reshaping audience preferences and industry strategies.

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Story summary

This holiday season, action films took center stage in streaming, with Dwayne Johnson's "Red One" on Prime Video racking up an impressive 2.1 billion minutes watched. Close behind, Netflix's "Carry-On" captivated audiences with 1.69 billion minutes. Both films expertly combined festive cheer with adrenaline-pumping plots, offering a fresh twist for viewers craving excitement.

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