Recently, excitement has been building around the Netflix release date of Kill ‘Em All 2, the latest action thriller starring Jean-Claude Van Damme. Reports confirm that the sequel will debut on Netflix in the United States on Christmas Day, continuing Van Damme’s legacy in high-octane cinema. However, while fans are eager to see the retired CIA spy return to the screen, mixed reviews and the absence of the original film on the platform may shape how audiences receive the sequel.
Kill ‘Em All 2’s Netflix release date set for Christmas Day
Netflix will release Kill ‘Em All 2, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, in the United States on December 25, 2024.
The action thriller will stream on Netflix under its 18-month first-window deal with Sony Pictures. The movie, a sequel to Kill ‘Em All, is set seven years after the events of the original film. It follows retired CIA spy Phillip (Van Damme) and his daughter Vanessa (Jacqueline Fernandez) as they confront a vengeful adversary.
Set in a picturesque Italian village, Kill ‘Em All 2 explores themes of revenge and redemption through fast-paced action sequences. Early reactions are mixed. The Action Elite rated it three out of five stars, describing it as “a superior sequel” with ample action and a concise runtime of 85 minutes. However, it has an IMDb rating of 4.0/10, with users criticizing its plot and small budget but appreciating its nostalgic feel and scenic locations.
Netflix’s Christmas lineup features other prominent releases, including It Ends With Us, Kneecap, and the AI-thriller Subservience starring Megan Fox (via What’s on Netflix). However, the platform will not stream the original Kill ‘Em All alongside its sequel, leaving some viewers to rely on other services to catch up. This streaming release strengthens Netflix’s ongoing partnership with Sony Pictures to provide exclusive content.
With its release set during the holiday season, Kill ‘Em All 2 joins an array of high-profile movies on Netflix. While reviews vary, fans of Jean-Claude Van Damme and action thrillers can look forward to revisiting his classic style in this briskly paced sequel.
