Every week, Netflix unveils its Top 10 list from the previous week, highlighting the most-watched items movies and TV shows One of the highest-grossing films during the week of March 3-9 isn’t a new release or an old classic; instead, it’s a decade-old crime drama headlined by Emily Blunt. Despite appearing out-of-the-blue, this resurgence can be attributed to "Sicario," the acclaimed 2015 suspense film where Blunt plays an FBI agent trying to capture a high-ranking member of a Mexican drug cartel. The screenplay for this flick was penned by Taylor Sheridan, known for his work on “Yellowstone,” adding significant weight to its credentials. Furthermore, the involvement of numerous big-name actors contributes greatly to both its allure and popularity.
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"Sicario" stands out as an exceptional crime thriller, earning nominations for three Academy Awards: Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, and Best Sound Editing. Looking back, one key factor that distinguishes this movie is its direction by acclaimed filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, who later helmed "Blade Runner 2049" and the upcoming "Dune" sequels. Additionally, it marked screenwriter Taylor Sheridan’s debut screenplay. This combination brings together quite an impressive background. Besides Emily Blunt, the film features top-tier actors such as Benicio del Toro and Josh Brolin, along with rising star Daniel Kaluuya before his breakout role in “Get Out” and Jon Bernthal during his peak fame due to “The Walking Dead.” Victor Garber, known for playing the methodical character Sidney Bristow in “Alias,” rounds off the stellar cast; I firmly believe each production benefits immensely from having him involved.
When "Sicario" was released, Sheridan wasn't yet the well-known figure he is today; however, this film helped establish his reputation as a writer, winning him a Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay. Although "Sicario" touches upon several themes related to authority and the struggle between individuals operating within versus beyond legal boundaries—themes also central to "Yellowstone"—it stands quite apart from the world Sheridan would later develop around the Dutton family. In fact, "Sicario" aligns closely with another project of Sheridan’s unrelated to the "Yellowstone" series. Special Ops: Lioness , the Paramount+ series focusing on a secret all-women CIA operation, starring Nicole Kidman and Zoe Saldaña.)
Since "Sicario" debuted on Netflix on March 1st, it has surged in popularity and now ranks as the fifth most-watched English movie. Although the film initially received acclaim upon release and has maintained respect over time, the rise of both its screenwriter and director to prominent positions within Hollywood may have contributed significantly to expanding its audience. If you’ve already seen "Sicario," consider checking out its lesser-known yet engaging follow-up, penned by Sheridan—namely, "Sicario: Day of the Soldado"—also available for viewing. Paramount Plus .
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