The 2013 sci-fi adventure After Earth, starring Will Smith and his son Jaden Smith, will soon be available to stream. Starting January 1, 2025, subscribers will be able to watch the film on Hulu.
Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, known for The Sixth Sense, After Earth is set 1,000 years in the future on a post-apocalyptic Earth. The film follows General Cypher Raige (Will Smith) and his teenage son, Kitai (Jaden Smith), who are stranded on the now-wild planet after their spacecraft crashes during a mission. With Cypher severely injured, Kitai is forced to journey across the dangerous landscape to signal for help. Along the way, he faces hostile creatures and environmental threats.
Though After Earth was praised for its stunning visuals and ambitious premise, the film received mixed reviews. Critics criticized its pacing, dialogue, and heavy-handed approach to its themes. Despite the lukewarm reception, the movie earned $251 million globally, exceeding its $130 million budget, and found a dedicated following among sci-fi fans.
Will Smith, a fixture in Hollywood, has experienced both highs and lows in recent years. His widely publicized altercation with comedian Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars overshadowed his Best Actor win for King Richard. The incident led to a temporary pause in his career, but Smith has since rebounded. His latest film, Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024), with Martin Lawrence, was a commercial and critical success, reaffirming his status as a bankable star.
Looking ahead, Smith’s upcoming projects include I Am Legend 2, where he will reprise his role as Dr. Robert Neville, and Brilliance, a sci-fi thriller based on Marcus Sakey’s novel about people with extraordinary abilities. These projects continue to showcase Smith’s commitment to genre storytelling.
Though After Earth divided audiences upon release, it has developed a devoted fanbase over the years, particularly those who appreciate its unique father-son dynamic and survival story. Filmed on location in Costa Rica and California, the movie offers a visually captivating experience, with its exploration of a world reclaimed by nature.
For fans of sci-fi or those interested in exploring a different side of Will and Jaden Smith’s on-screen relationship, After Earth is an intriguing film worth revisiting. Don’t miss the chance to stream it on Hulu beginning January 1, 2025.
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