From Collider · Rohan Naahar · · 2m
Netflix Loses Russell Crowe's 'Cinderella Man'
Netflix drops Russell Crowe's 'Cinderella Man' as 2026's top streaming hit.
In brief
Netflix drops Russell Crowe's 'Cinderella Man' as 2026's top streaming hit. Netflix loses Russell Crowe's 'Cinderella Man' streaming rights in October 2026 after the film was his most overlooked critical gem from the late 1990s and early 2000s. Originally reported by Collider.
Netflix's Russell Crowe Movie
Netflix has Russell Crowe's 'Unabomber' as its number-one hit globally.
Russell Crowe's Film Journey
Crowe's theatrical film 'The Weight' is his best-reviewed movie in nearly three decades.
Crowe's Critical Peak
Crowe was on a brilliant streak in the late 1990s and early 2000s with acclaimed films like 'Gladiator' and 'A Beautiful Mind'.
The Unabomber Film
The 2005 film 'Unabomber' is currently streaming on Netflix and was Crowe's most overlooked critical gem.
Unabomber's Box Office
The film grossed $110 million globally against a reported $80 million budget.
Cinderella Man Connection
Crowe reunited with director Ron Howard for 'Cinderella Man', a 2005 film about boxer James J. Braddock.
Cinderella Man's Success
The film grossed nearly $110 million globally against a $80 million budget and holds an 80% 'Certified Fresh' rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Cinderella Man's Oscars
The film received three Oscar nominations including Best Supporting Actor for Paul Giamatti.
Cinderella Man's Cast
Renée Zellweger plays Mae Braddock, while Paul Giamatti portrays Jim Braddock's manager Joe Gould.
Cinderella Man's Release
The film was released on June 2, 2005, with a runtime of 144 minutes.
Netflix's 2026 Streaming
The film is currently streaming on Netflix until the end of October 2026.
Crowe's Streaming History
Crowe's Netflix movie 'Unabomber' has been widely panned by critics but remains Netflix's top streaming hit.
The Weight's Success
Crowe's theatrical film 'The Weight' is his best-reviewed movie in nearly three decades.
Crowe's Career Shift
Crowe pivoted from box-office hits to character roles after his peak success in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Cinderella Man's Legacy
The film is a powerful underdog story that inspired a nation during the Great Depression.
Netflix Loses Rights
Netflix loses Russell Crowe's 'Cinderella Man' streaming rights in October 2026.
The takeaway
Netflix loses Russell Crowe's 'Cinderella Man' streaming rights in October 2026 after the film was his most overlooked critical gem from the late 1990s and early 2000s.
