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The top 10 movies chart on Netflix US is clearly wilding this week, with action titles taking on an unmissable edge at every turn. From comedic action adventures to serious, gritty, stylised punch-fests, viewers can find everything and more, including the sci-fi action flick The Fifth Element, starring none other than Bruce Willis.

In the week of April 6th to April 12th, the 1997 sci-fi classic, directed by Luc Besson, is ranked ninth on the most popular movies chart in the US. Although this isn’t the only Willis starrer trending on Netflix this week, as evidenced by Striking Distance’s surprise rise on the global charts, The Fifth Element is undoubtedly the highlight, despite its regional limitation.

The Fifth Element is currently rising on the Netflix US chart due to a perfect storm of nostalgia, streaming visibility, high audience ratings, and forthcoming anniversary events.

In April 2026, Netflix reported that the sci-fi action film is one of the most-liked movies, currently streaming on the platform. As a result, high user ratings and audience engagement must have triggered the streaming algorithm to push the film into the ongoing trends.

Besides that, the anticipation is already through the roof for The Fifth Element’s milestone anniversary. In the wake of the upcoming celebrations, Fathom Events and Sony Pictures have announced a theatrical re-release on July 26th, 2026, further putting the movie back into cultural conversations and sparking a renewed surge of rewatches before it hits theatres.

That said, what may have also contributed to the contemporary frenzy surrounding the star-studded blast from the past is the rekindled interest in Gary Oldman’s performance as Jean-Baptiste Emanuel Zorg. As of now, his role is being highlighted by critics and netizens alike as one of the most iconic villain performances in sci-fi history.

Moreover, a fan-made “reboot” concept trailer featuring Willis and Scarlett Johansson has been doing the rounds on the internet since earlier this year. Of course, the trailer isn’t authentic. In fact, it is entirely unofficial and relies on AI-generated elements. Yet, it has amassed millions of views, sparking a massive wave of search for the original film, leading viewers back to its availability on Netflix.

While The Fifth Element’s surprise resurgence has also put the timeless flick on our radar, for those yet to catch up, consider this a sign and dive deep into the certified cult classic. Set in the 23rd century, the movie follows taxi driver and former elite commando Korben Dallas, who shoulders the responsibility of saving the human race from a cosmic, evil, all-consuming force.