Florence Pugh’s thriller The Commuter has become available to watch on Prime Video. The star’s role in the 2018 Liam Neeson movie has gone largely forgotten given it was smaller and earlier in her career, with Pugh playing the part of Gwen. Prime Video users can now watch the movie for free on the streaming service.
The movie, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, has been almost forgotten since its theatrical release, but you can watch it now from your living room. A movie starring Liam Neeson is now available to watch on Amazon Prime, and it’ll keep you on the edge of your seat. The Commuter, starring Liam Neeson, came out in 2018. The movie, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, has been almost forgotten since its theatrical release, but you can watch it now from your living room.
The story follows Michael MacCauley, who unknowingly is recruited into a murder conspiracy after meeting a mysterious woman on his daily train commute. Similar to his film Non-Stop, also directed by Collet-Serra, the entire plot takes place while traveling. In The Commuter, he’s solving the mystery on a train, while Non-Stop’s whodunit takes place on a plane.
Neeson acted alongside a young Florence Pugh, who would later rise to prominence for Little Women, Oppenheimer, Dune: Part Two and more. The Conjuring’s Patrick Wilson and Vera Farminga also reunite for the movie. Pugh has of course since gone on to become a huge star, appearing in the likes of Black Widow, Oppenheimer and Dune: Part Two as well as earning an Oscar nomination for her role in Little Women. She will soon be seen in romantic drama We Live in Time alongside Andrew Garfield, which follows a couple through the decades after they come together through a surprise encounter.
The movie has already attracted a strong Rotten Tomatoes rating, earning an 88% score after positive reviews from critics. Pugh recently opened up about shaving her head for the movie after debuting the look at the Met Gala. “I think there was this weird rumour on the internet saying that I did it to take back my identity, which is something I’ve never said in my entire life,” she recalled to Vanity Fair. Addressing the real reason, Pugh explained that it came after a discussion with director John Crowley, as he suggested she wear a wig rather than shave her hair. “I just stopped him mid-sentence and I was like, ‘John, no one can play a character like this in a movie like this and not do the thing that is needed to be done’,” she recalled. “And if you don’t want to do it, I believe that you shouldn’t be doing a story like this.”
The Commuter: What To Expect
The Commuter focuses on a man who unwittingly becomes recruited into a murder conspiracy after meeting a mysterious woman on his commute. The film received a mix of positive and negative reviews from critics, however fans seemed to have a better viewing experience. It has a 55 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. One critic said the movie has everything an action thriller needs: “You know what to expect – a fast pace, good action, that Neeson growl, and some amusing corniness.” Another wrote: “An enjoyable, pulpy thrill ride that rises above the usual gamut of throwaway early year thriller releases, The Commuter is made all the more interesting by exciting, creative work behind the camera from Collet-Serra.” Negative reviewers penned: “The film is hobbled by sloppy camera work, ludicrous fight scenes, hairbreadth escapes, and altogether too many suspects.”
Should You Watch The Commuter?
If you’re a fan of action thrillers, or you’re looking for something to watch with Liam Neeson, The Commuter is worth checking out. The film has a lot of twists and turns, and it’s sure to keep you entertained until the very end. The Commuter is streaming now on Prime Video. If you can't see the video above, click here. For all the latest news straight to your inbox, sign up for our FREE newsletters here.
The film has also been praised for its strong performances. Alongside Neeson and Pugh, the movie stars The Conjuring’s Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson, Breaking Bad’s Jonathan Banks and Jurassic Park’s Sam Neill.
A Must-Watch For Fans Of Action Thrillers
The Commuter is a great example of a film that can be enjoyed by audiences of all ages. With a solid story, great performances, and a few twists and turns, it is well worth watching. For the latest local news and features on Irish America, visit our homepage here.
