Get the SocialGraphs app from the Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.socialgraphs.app&hl=en_IN Alan Ritchson's New 103-Minute Action Thriller Is a Streaming Hit Just 1 Day After Release Alan Ritchson’s latest action thriller, Motor City, has swiftly captured attention after debuting as a top 10 streaming hit within a single day of its release. The film, set in the 1970s, follows a working-class romantic who is framed by a ruthless gangster after falling for his girlfriend. After years in prison, the protagonist returns with a singular mission: to exact revenge. Ritchson, known for his roles in Reacher and War Machine, delivers a performance that relies heavily on physicality, as the film eschews dialogue in favor of visceral action sequences. Directed by Potsy Ponciroli, the film draws on the director’s experience with action-driven storytelling, particularly his acclaimed western Old Henry. The screenplay, written by Chad St. John, features a star-studded cast including Shailene Woodley, Ben Foster, Pablo Schreiber, Ben McKenzie, Zoë Kravitz, and Natasha McElhone. The film’s soundtrack, composed by Grammy-winning Detroit musician Jack White, further enhances its retro aesthetic. While Motor City has found success on streaming platforms, its critical reception has been mixed. The film holds a 63% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 65% score on Popcornmeter, reflecting divided opinions among audiences and critics. MovieWeb’s Julian Roman praised Ponciroli’s direction and Ritchson’s ability to convey intensity without words, calling the actor “Arnold Schwarzenegger without the accent” and likening the film to a “70s Spotify playlist.#alan_ritchson #shailene_woodley #potsy_ponciroli #chad_st_john #ben_foster https://movieweb.com/alan-ritchson-motor-city-streaming-action-september-2026/
