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'Masterful' action thriller starring Tom Hanks is now streaming on Netflix

amedpostBy amedpostJuly 6, 2025 Entertainment No Comments2 Mins Read
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Tom Hanks has starred in more than 90 films, and now another one of his impressive performances had dropped on to streaming platform Netflix. Captain Phillips, directed by Paul Greenglass, was released in 2013 and is an American biographical action thriller film based on the real life events faced by Captain Richard Phillips after he was kidnapped by Somali pirates. Hanks stars as Captain Phillips, the American merchant mariner opposite Barkhad Abdi who plays pirate leader Abduwali Muse.

The film’s synopsis reads: “In April 2009, the U.S. containership Maersk Alabama sails toward its destination on a day that seems like any other. Suddenly, Somali pirates race toward the vessel, climb aboard and take everyone hostage. The captain of the ship, Richard Phillips (Hanks), looks to protect his crew from the hostile invaders, and their leader, Muse (Abdi). The pirates are after millions of dollars, and Phillips must use his wits to make sure everyone survives and returns home safely.”

The film is critically acclaimed and received six Oscar nominations for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor, among many other nominations. Many class Captain Phillips amongst Hanks’ best performances.

With an impressive 93% score from the critics on Rotten Tomatoes, much praise has been shared for the movie. The critics consensus states: “Smart, powerfully acted, and incredibly intense, Captain Phillips offers filmgoers a Hollywood biopic done right – and offers Tom Hanks a showcase for yet another brilliant performance.”

A reviewer on Rotten Tomatoes said: “Hanks, already an Academy Award winner, once again gave a masterful performance as the captain taking responsibility for his ship and crew.”

One critic wrote: “Captain Phillips is one of the most amazing films of the year so far and is driven by incredible performances from Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi. The story, while maybe not 100% accurate, is still amazing, intense and one that you’ll love to see.”

An audience reviewer said: “One of the most intense movies I’ve seen with Tom Hanks portraying a character so convincingly. Brilliantly directed, great cinematography and the whole cast excels in character. Captain Phillips is a real life hero indeed. Highly recommended.”

Captain Phillips is now streaming on Netflix.

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