The highly acclaimed film Barbie, which made waves in 2023, is now available for streaming on Netflix. Describing its success merely as a box office triumph would be an understatement. In fact, Barbie emerged as the highest-grossing film of 2023, surpassing various high-profile releases and establishing itself as a cultural phenomenon that has prompted many upcoming films to aspire to achieve similar success.
Featuring a stellar cast, including Margot Robbie as Stereotypical Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, the movie brought together an ensemble of Barbies, Kens, and humans. While the film dazzled audiences with its catchy soundtrack and humor, it also conveyed profound messages about womanhood, friendship, and confidence. With Barbie now streaming on Netflix, viewers are reminded of the elements that made it a beloved hit.
Barbie Is Now Available to Stream on Netflix
The 2023 Smash-Hit Is Finally Streaming on Netflix
Following its theatrical release, Barbie became available to stream on HBO Max starting December 15, 2023, and could also be rented or purchased through platforms like Amazon, Apple TV, and YouTube. Now, Netflix has joined the ranks of platforms offering this cinematic gem.
It didn’t take long for Barbie to ascend the ranks on Netflix; it currently holds the sixth position in the platform’s Top 10 Movies in the U.S. today. Surpassing several recently released films, Barbie’s noteworthy position highlights its lasting appeal, even well after its theatrical debut over a year ago and subsequent streaming availability.
How Barbie Became the Highest-Grossing Movie of 2023
Barbie Became a Cultural Phenomenon Last Year
|
Movie |
Box Office Earnings |
|---|---|
|
Barbie |
$1.4 billion |
|
The Super Mario Bros. Movie |
$1.3 billion |
|
Oppenheimer |
$952 million |
|
Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 |
$845 million |
|
Fast X |
$704 million |
|
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse |
$690 million |
|
Wonka |
$634.4 million |
|
The Little Mermaid |
$569 million |
|
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One |
$568 million |
|
Elemental |
$496 million |
Alongside Barbie and Oppenheimer, 2023 witnessed significant cinematic releases, including The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which, while impressively successful, could not quite match Barbie’s achievements, grossing $1.3 billion. Other notable franchises, such as Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and Fast X, also vied for box office dominance, yet none could dethrone Barbie as the ultimate box office leader.
Barbie Arrives on Netflix While Greta Gerwig Is Pursuing an Exciting New Project
Greta Gerwig’s Chronicles of Narnia Reboot Is Already in the Works
As Barbie makes its debut on Netflix, director Greta Gerwig is concurrently developing exciting projects, including a reboot of The Chronicles of Narnia. While specific details about this new adaptation remain limited, it’s confirmed that these films will be closely tied to Netflix.
With the rights to the franchise acquired by Netflix in 2018 and Gerwig coming on board in 2023, it’s evident that this long-anticipated project has been in development for a while. Gerwig’s previous success with Barbie adds an element of anticipation, as audiences wonder how she will reinterpret these classic tales for a modern audience.
The meticulous care Gerwig demonstrated in bringing Barbie to life leads to excitement about her future endeavors, especially in tackling stories rich with heritage. For now, however, audiences can enjoy Barbie, now streaming on Netflix and showcasing its status as the highest-grossing film of 2023.