Unassuming Nick Nolte gem makes unexpected splash on Netflix

With the plethora of options on Netflix, some movies may get overlooked, but the service has successfully brought one film back into the spotlight for viewers.

As a favorite among media enthusiasts, Netflix is the top choice for many, especially with the holiday season approaching. Audiences may be eager to watch the latest heartwarming Christmas movie, but there are also numerous other cozy films to enjoy while staying indoors.

For instance, consider the 2015 movie A Walk in the Woods, which tells the story of celebrated travel writer Bill Bryson's decision to hike over two thousand miles along the Appalachian Trail at the age of 60, after returning to New Hampshire from living in Britain. Since being added to Netflix, this adventure film has seen a significant increase in popularity.

A Walk in the Woods hits Netflix top 10 chart

A Walk in the Woods, which was directed by Ken Kwapis and features Nick Nolte in the lead role, has quickly risen to the third position on the English language chart on Netflix since its recent addition to the streaming platform.

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

A Walk in the Woods

The Killer

See You on Venus

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Minions

Real Steel

Stamped From the Beginning

Harriet

Currently, the movie has a 46% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which may not be impressive. However, popular movies on Netflix, such as Red Notice or The Gray Man, often receive low ratings on the site. This suggests that Netflix may be shielding these films from critical reviews.

This can be seen particularly on X (formerly Twitter), where viewers are posting “delightful” praise for A Walk in the Woods. Check out the responses below:

Watch the trailer below:

Other movies such as the animated film Across the Spider-Verse and David Fincher's new picture The Killer continue to gain popularity. However, with the holiday season approaching, Netflix's latest Christmas movie, Best. Christmas. Ever!, remains at the top of the chart since its debut last week.

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Editor's P/S

1. As a movie enthusiast, I'm always on the lookout for hidden gems on streaming platforms, and "A Walk in the Woods" is undoubtedly one of them. This delightful film, which initially flew under the radar when it was released in 2015, has recently gained unexpected popularity on Netflix. The movie's heartwarming tale, captivating performances, and stunning visuals have struck a chord with audiences, propelling it to the third position on Netflix's top 10 English language chart.

2. "A Walk in the Woods" follows the journey of Bill Bryson, a celebrated travel writer, as he embarks on a challenging and transformative hike along the Appalachian Trail at the age of 60. Accompanied by his long-lost best friend, a witty recovering alcoholic played brilliantly by Nick Nolte, Bryson's adventure unfolds with humor, introspection, and a deep appreciation for the natural world. Despite its relatively low rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film's genuine charm and positive reception on social media platforms like Twitter are testaments to its ability to resonate with viewers on a personal level.