Bradley Cooper’s $547M War Movie Surges on Netflix 11 Years Later – Here’s Why!

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Bradley Cooper has ventured into various film genres over the past few decades, and it was possibly his role in “The Hangover” (2009) that first caught people’s attention. However, his first substantial comedic performance actually took place a few years earlier in “Wedding Crashers” (2005). Cooper dabbled in horror with the lesser-known “The Midnight Meat Train” (2008), before transitioning into an action star with the 2010 reboot of “The A-Team”. The film “Limitless” in 2011 significantly boosted his reputation as a leading man.

Since the 2010s and moving forward to the 2020s, Cooper has been consistently accepting diverse projects. He made his mark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with “Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014), while also delving into more serious dramatic roles such as “The Place Beyond the Pines” (2012), “Silver Linings Playbook” (2012), “A Star Is Born” (2018), and “Maestro” (2023). Cooper’s 2014 war movie, where he portrayed a real-life character, also falls into this category, garnering notable award recognition.

American Sniper Becomes A Streaming Hit

The War Film Is Thriving On Netflix

11 years after its debut, American Sniper, directed by Clint Eastwood, has risen to one of Netflix’s most popular titles. In this gripping war drama, Bradley Cooper portrays Chris Kyle, a real-life Navy SEAL, showcasing his transformation into a battlefield legend and the impact it had on his family life at home. With Sienna Miller and Kyle Gallner as co-stars, American Sniper was widely appreciated by audiences, earning $547 million globally against an estimated production cost of $59 million.

Currently, over a decade since its release, Netflix data shows that “American Sniper” ranks as the sixth most-viewed title worldwide from April 21st to April 27th. The war film amassed an astounding 4.4 million views and 9.7 million hours watched, surpassing titles like “The Two Popes” (2019) and “Despicable Me 4” (2024). The movie’s global success is primarily driven by its strong performance within the United States, where it is the only country in which it made the top 10. You can find the complete global top 10 list below:

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Netflix Global Top 10 (Apr. 21 – 27)
Rank Title Views
1 Havoc 29.8M
2 Life or Something Like It 5.5M
3 The Life List 5.5M
4 Woody Woodpecker 5.5M
5 Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror 4.4M
6 American Sniper 4.4M
7 The Two Popes 3.2M
8 Despicable Me 4 2.9M
9 A Dog’s Way Home 2.8M
10 Back in Action 2.6M

What This Means For American Sniper

The Film’s Critical Reception Explained

Besides achieving commercial acclaim, the movie “American Sniper” garnered widespread critical appreciation. On Rotten Tomatoes, it boasts a 72% rating from critics, but its audience-driven Popcornmeter score is notably higher at 84%. Moreover, “American Sniper” was recognized for Best Picture at the Oscars and Bradley Cooper received his third Best Actor nomination following his previous nods for “Silver Linings Playbook” (2013) and “American Hustle.” In total, the film earned six Oscar nominations, eventually winning the award for Best Sound Editing.

There seems to be some mystery as to why the movie “American Sniper” has regained its popularity, yet Bradley Cooper continues to captivate audiences. Notably, the film’s success on Netflix is predominantly due to its strong performance in the United States; out of its total box office earnings of $547 million, $350 million came from North America. This suggests that this tale resonates more profoundly with American viewers. It remains uncertain if Cooper will portray a character like Chris Kyle from “American Sniper” again, but it’s clear that audiences are relishing the chance to re-experience this intense war drama.

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2025-04-30 17:21