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Ritchson's 'War Machine' Deemed 'Big Dumb Fun' by Critics
7 Mar
Summary
- Alan Ritchson stars in the new sci-fi action film 'War Machine'.
- Critics describe the movie as 'big dumb fun' and 'brainless action romp'.
- The film is currently streaming on Netflix and receiving middling reviews.
Alan Ritchson, known for 'Reacher,' is back in action with the new sci-fi flick 'War Machine,' released on March 6, 2026, and available on Netflix. The film follows Staff Sergeant 81 and his fellow Army Rangers encountering a destructive robot.
Critics have offered varied reactions, with many labeling the movie as "big dumb fun." Empire's James Dyer rated it 3 out of 5 stars, calling it a "brainless, bombastic, bomb-tastic action romp." The Wrap's William Bibbiani noted it as "straightforward, b-movie fun," while AV Club gave it a B- for its action sequences, some filmed without CGI.
RogerEbert's Monica Castillo awarded it 2 out of 4 stars, suggesting the film is more enjoyable when it "goes off the rails." IGN's Matt Fowler scored it a 6 out of 10, calling it "Okay" and a potentially good disposable streaming action movie, largely thanks to its star.
Overall, critical reception for 'War Machine' is mixed, averaging 81% on Rotten Tomatoes from 21 critics. It's positioned as an entertaining, no-thought-required movie for those seeking immediate action.
