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Netflix Adds 'Absolutely Insane' Ultra-Violent R-Rated Horror Movie
Netflix drops ultra-violent R-rated horror film Cocaine Bear on Oct 14 after theater run.
In brief
Netflix drops ultra-violent R-rated horror film Cocaine Bear on Oct 14 after theater run. Netflix adds Cocaine Bear, an R-rated horror film based on a real bear that died after consuming cocaine, to its streaming library on October 14. Originally reported by CBR.
Netflix Adds Cocaine Bear
Netflix adds Cocaine Bear to its streaming library on October 14 after it left Peacock.
Cocaine Bear's Box Office Success
Cocaine Bear grossed $90 million at the box office, three times its budget, after a 2023 theater release.
True Story Inspiration
Cocaine Bear is loosely based on a black bear that died after consuming cocaine discarded by a drug smuggler.
Director and Cast
Elizabeth Banks directed Cocaine Bear with Ray Liotta, Alden Ehrenreich, and Margo Martindale in key roles.
Director's Motivation
Elizabeth Banks said the movie is a redemption story for the bear that died after consuming cocaine.
Streaming Release Date
Cocaine Bear starts streaming on Netflix on October 14 after its theater run ended.
The short version
Netflix adds Cocaine Bear, an R-rated horror film based on a real bear that died after consuming cocaine, to its streaming library on October 14.
