Morgan: A Thriller That’s Gaining Popularity on Streaming
Anya Taylor-Joy is now a highly sought-after Hollywood talent, with a career that has evolved significantly over the past decade. She rose to fame with her breakout role in The Witch in 2015, which was followed by leading roles in Split, Thoroughbreds, and Marrowbone. Her latest success came in 2020 with her portrayal of Beth Harmon in The Queen’s Gambit, earning her an Emmy nomination. She has also played major franchise roles in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and Dune: Part Two.
A lesser-known early project of Taylor-Joy’s is now gaining attention as a streaming success. Morgan, a 2016 AI thriller, features a talented cast, including Kate Mara and Michelle Yeoh, and was directed by Luke Scott and written by Seth W. Owen. The film follows a bioengineered child named Morgan, whose life is under the control of a corporate risk management consultant who must decide whether to terminate her.
Initially a box office bomb, making only $8.8 million on an estimated $8 million budget, Morgan is now at number 6 on Max’s top 10 movies in the United States, up from number 10 just a day earlier. Its rise on the charts may be due to the increasing interest in AI in American media, a topic that may be particularly relevant to audiences in 2025. The film’s exploration of AI’s ethical implications may have resonated with viewers in 2016 and is likely to continue to do so in the present day, making it a timely addition to streaming services.