Viewers are wondering about the release date and time of Back in Action on Netflix. Directed by Seth Gordon, this thrilling movie follows former CIA agents Emily (Cameron Diaz) and Matt (Jamie Foxx). They find themselves drawn back into the world of espionage after their true identities are revealed. Fans are excitedly anticipating the film’s release to dive into its mix of comedy, spy drama, and action.
So, here are all the details you need to know about the upcoming action comedy, including its release date and plot details.
When does Back in Action come out on Netflix?
Back in Action is all set to be released officially on Netflix on January 17, 2025, at 12 AM PT.
Seth Gordon has helmed this upcoming action comedy spy-drama movie from a script he co-wrote with Brendan O’Brien. The film will premiere on the aforementioned date and time worldwide via Netflix.
In 2018, Cameron Diaz declared her retirement from Hollywood. However, she has since made a comeback with this film. Her last appearance was in the 2014 movie Annie, where she starred alongside Jamie Foxx. This time, the duo reunites, but they will be exploring a different genre and storyline.
Jamie Foxx confirmed Diaz’s return for Back in Action in June 2022 by sharing a playful video on X (formerly Twitter) of a three-way conversation involving them and NFL legend Tom Brady. Not only this, the actor expressed how he encouraged her to come back.
During his interview with Entertainment Tonight, Foxx said, “Cameron is such an incredible force and she has done so much in this business. We love her. We had to be very innovative in how we, you know, brought her back.”
What is Netflix’s Back in Action about?
The film centers on Emily and Matt, a married duo who once worked as CIA agents. After stepping away from their spy careers to raise a family, their secret identities are compromised. This pulls Matt and Emily back together into the realm of troubles. Back in Action delves into themes of trust, collaboration, and the difficulties of juggling family life with intense adventures.
Apart from Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz, the film’s cast features Andrew Scott, Kyle Chandler, Glenn Close, and Jamie Demetriou.
