Companion Reviews Give It ‘Excellent’ Rotten Tomatoes & Metacritic Scores

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Initial reactions to the upcoming Warner Bros. movie titled Companion, have been predominantly favorable. Critics appear to be captivated by the film’s content. This sci-fi thriller, starring Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Harvey Guillén, and Lukas Gage, is slated for release in U.S. cinemas on January 31, 2025. The film has generated buzz on review sites, with Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic ratings already available.

Critics call Drew Hancock’s Companion a ‘funny and clever thriller’

The film titled “Companion,” helmed by Drew Hancock, unfolds a chain of incidents that ensue when android character Iris, portrayed by Sophie Thatcher, acts independently. In anticipation of its debut, critics shared their views on the movie and couldn’t help but praise the quality of Warner Bros production.

In his critique, Eric Goldman from IGN Movies described the film as both “humorous” and “intelligent,” striking an impressive equilibrium. He mentioned that it masterfully interweaves “grim scenes of violence and unsettling twists with a charmingly witty tone.

Linda Marric from HeyUGuys highly praised the film as a “sexy, disordered chaos.” Moreover, she noted that the movie will undoubtedly make viewers ponder deeply about various aspects, particularly their personal relationships.

IndieWire’s Christian Zilko praised director Hancock for Companion’s “polished visuals, steady tempo, and intricate plot” in his critique. Furthermore, he highlighted Thatcher’s portrayal, suggesting that audiences will be captivated by her “remarkable acting as an android who teeters on the brink of humanity without fully transitioning.

Companion starts with extremely solid Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic Scores

The movie “Companion” has received positive ratings from Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic. On Rotten Tomatoes, it boasts an impressive 94% rating, based on 85 critic reviews. Furthermore, on Metacritic, the film holds a score of 76, which is considered “Generally Favorable,” based on 20 reviews.

As per reports from Variety, the film Companion is anticipated to gather approximately $8-10 million during its domestic opening weekend, based on current box office projections.

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2025-01-30 14:41