Tyler Perry’s new Netflix movie, The Six Triple Eight, has become a streaming hit despite mixed reviews. The movie tells the true story of the all-Black and all-female 6888th battalion during World War II who sorted through millions of pieces of mail that had been backlogged for years in less than 90 days. The movie stars Kerry Washington and Oprah Winfrey.
The Six Triple Eight has received mixed reviews, with a 50% Tomatometer score and 73% Popcornmeter score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, the movie has found significant success on Netflix, debuting at 14.3 million views and ranking as the second most-watched movie of the past week. It has also outperformed numerous Christmas movies, including Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch, during the week of Christmas.
Tyler Perry’s achievement is a reminder that critical reception does not always equate to high viewership. Many of the most-watched movies on Netflix have had mixed or even negative critical reception. Perry’s intention in making the movie was to bring exposure to this overlooked part of World War II history, and based on the initial viewership, he is already succeeding on that front.
The Six Triple Eight is a significant achievement for Perry, who has been met with divisive reception in the past. He is best known as the creator of the Madea franchise and has also had success with his television series, Tyler Perry’s House of Payne. His filmography includes a range of movies, including Diary of a Mad Black Woman, Gone Girl, and Don’t Look Up.
The success of The Six Triple Eight is a testament to Perry’s ability to connect with audiences and bring important stories to life. As the movie continues to stream on Netflix, it is likely to continue to find an audience and bring attention to this inspiring and overlooked part of World War II history.