Trailblazing Harriet Tubman biopic soars on Netflix charts
Powerful and inspiring, Harriet Tubman's biopic soars to the top of Netflix's charts, captivating audiences with its gripping portrayal of her heroic journey to freedom
Netflix has showcased numerous biographical films in its collection, and at present, a movie centered on the life of Harriet Tubman is gaining popularity.
With the holiday season fast approaching, many movie enthusiasts turn to Netflix as their preferred streaming platform. And while a delightful Christmas movie may be on the top of their watchlist, those seeking a darker portrayal of a turbulent past can also find a suitable film on Netflix.
The film Harriet, released in 2019, is a biopic about the renowned Harriet Tubman. The synopsis of the movie depicts her journey from escaping slavery to leading perilous missions in order to free numerous slaves through the Underground Railroad. Since its release on Netflix, this inspiring story has experienced a remarkable rise in popularity, earning a prominent position in the charts.
Harriet hits Netflix top 10 chart
After its release on November 16, the Harriet Tubman biopic, appropriately titled Harriet, has secured the 4th spot on the Netflix English language chart.
You can check out the full Netflix top 10 movies chart – recorded from this past week – as it stands below:
Best. Christmas. Ever!
Lone Survivor
The Killer
Harriet
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Minions
No Hard Feelings
A Nice Girl Like You
Rustin
Harriet has a Critics' Score of 74% on Rotten Tomatoes, but its Audience Score is nearly perfect at 97%. This could be the reason for its success on the streaming platform.
Netflix gives the following description of the movie: "Harriet Tubman's journey from slavery to freedom and her courageous efforts to help others escape through the Underground Railroad are depicted in this biographical film."
Other movies currently on the chart, including the superhero animated film Across the Spider-Verse and David Fincher's latest picture The Killer, are still attracting attention. However, with Christmas approaching, Netflix's newest holiday movie, titled Best. Christmas. Ever!, has taken the top spot on the chart since its debut last weekend.
Harriet, being based on the inspiring story of a courageous abolitionist, appears to be leaving a greater impression, especially on X (previously known as Twitter), where viewers are expressing their admiration for the film. Take a look at the responses below:
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled to see the Harriet Tubman biopic soaring on Netflix's charts. Harriet Tubman is an iconic figure in American history, and her story of courage and resilience is one that deserves to be told and celebrated. The film does an excellent job of bringing her story to life, and I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in learning more about her.
The film's success on Netflix is a testament to the power of Harriet Tubman's story and the importance of telling diverse stories. As a Gen Z fan, I am proud to see that my generation is embracing this film and learning about the important role that Harriet Tubman played in the fight for freedom. I hope that the film's success will inspire more people to learn about her story and her legacy.
