Netflix's Newest Movie Is An "Epic" Piece Of Filmmaking In Positive First Reviews
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Reviews of Netflix's newest movie addition are making The Storm seem like a must-see for film fans.
The fact that there are many highly rated movies on Netflix is one of the biggest reasons it is the most popular streaming service in the world. However, having so many options to choose from can make it very easy for worthy titles to quickly fall through the cracks. Based on the reviews one of the company's latest offerings has received, it isn't a film to be missed.
After The Storm premiered on Netflix on October 15, 2026, positive reviews came rolling in. One take on the movie from But Why Tho? gave it an 8.5/10 rating and praised how its story keeps viewers reeling. Check out part of that review below:
An epic meltdown in cinematic form, every stitch of this film exists to drive anxiety. The panicked spiral into complete disarray is entertaining in a myriad of different ways. Sometimes it makes you roll your eyes, other times it pulls out a real belly laugh, and it even makes you sigh with relief. But it all exists in a milieu of unrestrained, frenzied energy that uses each character’s neurosis as gasoline.
The Swedish-language film, which can be watched with English subtitles or dubbing, was also the subject of a celebratory review from the website Nordic Watchlist. The four-out-of-five-star review labeled it a "must-see" film, and described it as a hilarious and entertaining movie that will keep viewers guessing and reeling in equal measure.
The Storm Cast & Character Guide:
- Gustaf Skarsgård as Filip
- Aliette Opheim as Caroline
- Filip Berg as Ossi
- Josephine Bornebusch as Kina
- Christopher Wagelin as Henrik Müller
- Sara Shirpey as Ninni
- Jonas Karlsson as Jakob
- Johan Rheborg as Nicholas
- Gizem Erdogan as Nattis
Another review from Martin CID Magazine underlines one of The Storm's greatest strengths: its talented cast. While most of the faces won't be recognizable to many North American viewers, the outlet noted the cast is full of Swedish stars who have the acting chops to expertly handle the movie's captivating tone and pace.
For many North American viewers, The Storm's most notable star will be Gustaf Skarsgård. Best known for his role as Floki in the TV show Vikings, he has also appeared in several movies, including a supporting role in Oppenheimer. Similar to how Stellan Skarsgård's best movies and shows feature stellar performances from the international star, Gustaf has earned attention for his work in this film.
The But Why Tho? review singles Gustaf out for high praise. "Gustaf Skarsgård’s Filip is simply amazing." It also noted his chemistry and dynamic with the film's other main star, Aliette Opheim. "Gustaf Skarsgård and Aliette Opheim’s chemistry is annoyance feeding on annoyance where passion once sat. As they spiral into their own worlds and stop holding onto each other, they both steal the show."
Given how successful the most-watched Netflix movies of all time have been, it is an incredibly hard task for any film to rival that level of performance on the massive streaming service. Still, if the reviews of The Storm are any indication, the movie deserves to be watched by viewers around the world. It will be fascinating to see if positive word of mouth can create enough of a viewership surge for the title to reach the Top 10 list worldwide. What is clear is that it is currently the most-viewed film on Netflix in Sweden, according to FlixPatrol.
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