Taron Egerton Proves He’s the Action Hero Dad We Need as New Thriller Dominates Streaming

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I have to say, Taron Egerton is really coming into his own. He makes a seamless transition from the fresh-faced action star we know from Kingsman to a much more seasoned, tough-as-nails dad in his latest thriller, which, by the way, is all over streaming right now. Honestly, he’s consistently impressed me in everything he does, and this role feels like a real turning point. He’s not just a promising actor anymore; he’s legitimately challenging Liam Neeson’s Bryan Mills from Taken for the crown of ‘best action hero dad.’ It’s a title Neeson’s held for a long time, but Egerton is making a very strong case for himself.

The crime thriller, directed by Nick Rowland and written by Jordan Harper, Ben Collins, and Luke Piotrowski (based on Harper’s 2017 novel), stars Taron Egerton alongside Ana Sophia Heger, Rob Yang, John Carroll Lynch, Odessa A’zion, and David Lyons. Egerton plays a man whose dangerous past catches up with him, forcing him to flee with his 11-year-old daughter when criminals target him for elimination.

The thrilling new crime drama is currently the most popular title worldwide. It’s also performing very well in the United States, where it’s ranking alongside other popular films and series like Jason Statham’s A Working Man, Stephen King’s The Institute, the action-packed Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, and the new Robin Hood adaptation. Read the official description of She Rides Shotgun below…

She Rides Shotgun is a fast-paced action thriller starring Taron Egerton as Nate, a former convict just released from prison. When dangerous enemies put a hit out on him, Nate has to protect his 11-year-old daughter, Polly (Ana Sophia Heger). Polly, who barely knows her father, finds herself caught up in his desperate escape from a corrupt sheriff and a ruthless gang boss, both determined to protect their criminal empire. With little help and nowhere to turn, Nate and Polly learn to rely on each other, Nate teaching her self-defense and survival skills, and she showing him the power of unwavering love. It’s a gripping story about building trust, finding inner strength, and the possibility of redemption.

Ana Sophia Heger Is the Stand Out in ‘She Rides Shotgun’


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The crime thriller She Rides Shotgun was a standout film this year, earning high praise from both critics and audiences. Rotten Tomatoes scores reflected this, with 87% from critics and 91% from viewers. Performances, especially from Taron Egerton and young actress Ana Sophia Heger, were widely celebrated. Julian Roman of MovieWeb highlighted Heger’s talent, stating the film’s biggest success was showcasing her potential and predicting a promising career for the rising star.

Critics have been particularly impressed with Ana Sophia Heger’s performance. Manuel São Bento from Movies We Texted About said she “truly steals the show,” delivering a remarkably deep and emotionally resonant performance that carries the film. He emphasized that her talent isn’t just notable for someone her age—it’s simply outstanding. Brian Orndorf of Blu-ray.com added that while the film features many talented actors, Heger surpasses them all with a powerful portrayal of a girl in a precarious situation with a largely unknown father.

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2025-12-10 17:03