“Red One” Brings Holiday Ho-Ho-Halt to Prime Video This December
Get ready to deck the halls with a dose of action and laughs! “Red One,” the holiday-themed action comedy starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, is coming to Prime Video just in time for Christmas. While the film is currently playing in theaters, it will be available for streaming starting December 12.
A Globe-Trotting Christmas Rescue Mission
Directed by Jake Kasdan, known for his work on “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” “Red One” puts a unique spin on the classic Christmas tale. Johnson stars as the head of North Pole security, while Evans takes on the role of a notorious hacker and bounty hunter. When Santa Claus (played by J.K. Simmons) is mysteriously kidnapped, this unlikely duo must join forces and embark on a globe-trotting adventure to save Christmas.
Rounding out the festive cast are Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, and Wesley Kimmel.
Critical Reception and Box Office Success
The film has received mixed reviews from critics. Renowned film critic Owen Gleiberman wrote, “Red One” gives Christmas a “backstory it didn’t need.” Adding, “It’s at once an action movie; a kidnap-rescue thriller in which the doors to supply closets in toy stores are mystic portals; and an exercise in Christmas world-building, as if that’s the thing that’s been missing from Christmas. However, early audiences have been more receptive, giving “Red One” a 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes’ Popcornmeter and an A- Cinemascore.
This surprising box office success comes after the film was initially slated as a streaming-only release. To date, “Red One” has amassed a worldwide gross of $164 million.
“Red One” Heads to Prime Video
As families gather around the television seeking new holiday entertainment, “Red One’s” arrival on Prime Video is perfectly timed. This streaming debut promises to deliver a festive jolt of action and humor to viewers’ living rooms. With its star power, unique premise, and surprising box office success, “Red One” is poised to become a holiday hit for Prime Video subscribers.
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## “Red One” Delivers Holiday Cheer to Prime Video This December
**Host:** Welcome back to the show! Joining us today is our film critic, Alex Reed, to talk about a highly anticipated holiday film making its way to Prime Video. [Alex Reed name], tell us about “Red One”!
**Alex Reed:** Oh, “Red One” is going to be a treat for action and comedy fans alike.
It’s this awesome holiday-themed adventure comedy starring the unstoppable Dwayne Johnson and everyone’s favorite Captain America, Chris Evans.
**Host:** That’s quite the duo! What can viewers expect from this flick?
**Alex Reed:** Think action-packed globe-trotting adventure meets Christmas cheer.
Dwayne Johnson plays the head of North Pole security, and Chris Evans is a notorious hacker and bounty hunter. When Santa himself gets into trouble, these two unlikely heroes team up for a rescue mission unlike anything we’ve seen before [[1](https://decider.com/2024/11/14/watch-red-one-movie-streaming-netflix-amazon-prime-release-date/)]. It’s directed by Jake Kasdan, who helmed the “Jumanji” reboot, so you know it’s going to be fun.
**Host:** Sounds fantastic! And it’s just in time for the holidays. When can people catch “Red One” on Prime Video?
**Alex Reed:** Mark your calendars for December 12th! It’s currently in theaters, but the streaming release will have everyone cozying up on the couch for some holiday action.
**Host**: Excellent! Thanks so much for the scoop, Alex Reed. We’re definitely adding “Red One” to our holiday watchlist!
