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Sci-Fi Disaster Movie The Great Flood Climbs to #1 on Netflix, But Divides Viewers
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<hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="/news-images/b97bbc34574828ce7b17.png" alt="The Great Flood Netflix review" class="wp-image-413"/></figure> <p>A <strong>sci-fi disaster movie</strong> has unexpectedly surged to the <strong>top of Netflix’s charts</strong>, leaving <strong>blockbuster hits</strong> like <em>How the Grinch Stole Christmas</em> and <em>The Super Mario Bros. Movie</em> behind. The film in question, <strong>The Great Flood</strong>, centers on a catastrophic tsunami that threatens to wipe out humanity. Despite the streamer’s usual selection of well-known hits, this lesser-known movie has captured the attention of global audiences, drawing viewers in with its <strong>apocalyptic terror</strong> and intense survival drama.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Plot of </strong><strong><em>The Great Flood</em></strong></h3> <p>Co-written and directed by <strong>Kim Byung-woo</strong> (<strong>The Terror Live</strong>), <em>The Great Flood</em> hails from <strong>South Korea</strong>. The film follows <strong>Gu An-na</strong>, portrayed by <strong>Kim Da-mi</strong> (<em>Itaewon Class</em>, <em>Our Beloved Summer</em>), as she desperately tries to save her son from the rising floodwaters. The movie’s emotional and action-packed premise shows An-na fighting through <strong>panicked crowds</strong>, facing off against <strong>looters</strong>, and attempting to reach safety on the roof of a high-rise building with her son.</p> <p>However, <strong>An-na</strong> soon finds herself <strong>separated from her son</strong> and is rescued by <strong>Hee-jo</strong>, a mysterious stranger played by <strong>Park Hae-soo</strong> (<em>Squid Game</em>, <em>Karma</em>). Despite Hee-jo’s aid, An-na grows suspicious of his motives and soon discovers that her and her son’s fate may depend on her ability to survive—and trust the right people.</p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="/news-images/16462c5ed2c4c0abbd89.png" alt="The Great Flood Netflix review" class="wp-image-411"/></figure> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Global Success and Critical Response</strong></h3> <p>Since <strong>The Great Flood’s release on December 19, 2025</strong>, the film has rocketed to the <strong>#1 spot on Netflix</strong> worldwide and in the <strong>United States</strong>. The film’s rise is particularly notable considering the fierce competition from other popular releases, including <strong>Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery</strong> and <strong>KPop Demon Hunters</strong>.</p> <p>Despite its success, the film has sparked <strong>divisive reactions</strong> from both critics and viewers. On <strong>Rotten Tomatoes</strong>, the film holds a <strong>60% score from critics</strong> but a much lower <strong>42% from audiences</strong> on the <strong>Popcornmeter</strong>. While some see <em>The Great Flood</em> as a thrilling addition to the <strong>sci-fi disaster genre</strong>, others argue that its <strong>ambitious plot</strong> veers into <strong>disastrous territory</strong>.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What Critics Are Saying</strong></h3> <p>Critics are split on the film’s execution. <strong>Ready Steady Cut</strong> called it a “<strong>disaster of a movie</strong>” despite its strong start, criticizing its <strong>ambition</strong>. On the other hand, <strong>Heaven of Horror</strong> praised it as “<strong>a brilliant sci-fi adventure thriller</strong>, though it suggested the movie could have benefited from being <strong>shorter</strong> to improve its pacing.</p> <p>However, <strong>Radio Times</strong> offered a more positive take, awarding the film <strong>4/5 stars</strong>. They highlighted the <strong>emotionally charged performance</strong> of <strong>Kim Da-mi</strong> as a standout feature, as well as the <strong>monumental premise</strong> that ties the film together in its final moments.</p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="/news-images/337915d2051322cb2d3f.png" alt="The Great Flood Netflix review" class="wp-image-412"/></figure> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Conclusion</strong></h3> <p>While <em>The Great Flood</em> may not have the critical acclaim of other Netflix originals, it has certainly captured the attention of viewers, climbing to the <strong>top spot</strong> in a matter of days. Whether it will continue to thrive amid the divided reviews remains to be seen, but its success is proof of the growing appetite for <strong>sci-fi thrillers</strong> with <strong>high-stakes survival narratives</strong>.</p>