Watch Daniel Craig as James Bond before it leaves Netflix
The crown jewel of Daniel Craig’s spy era, Skyfall, is counting its last days on Netflix. So, if you haven’t seen it yet or just want one last high-definition stream, maybe now is the time to hit the play button.
Scheduled to leave Netflix on April 21st alongside all the other James Bond movies currently available on the platform, the deadline leaves you less than a week to complete the watch.
In case you were saving it for a later watch, you’re officially on the clock. Therefore, the best way to approach the departure is to act fast, which shouldn’t be as difficult considering there’s a weekend in between.
Although every James Bond movie is currently on a timer, Skyfall is a visual masterpiece that you simply cannot ignore. From the neon-lit skyscraper fight in Shanghai to the haunting, misty landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, it is arguably the most beautiful film ever, where every frame is more breathtaking than the last.
Moreover, Skyfall isn’t just a movie about gadgets and high-stakes missions. It is grounded on an extraordinary level, exploring Bond’s mortality, his childhood trauma, and the complex mother-son dynamic that makes it feel more like a prestige drama that happens to have incredible explosions.
For those unaware, the 2012 movie follows a disillusioned 007 returning to service to protect M from a former MI6 agent seeking revenge for his betrayal. After a botched mission leaves him presumed dead, Bond faces the most unimaginable physical and psychological challenges, before combating cyber terrorist attacks on MI6, culminating in a final confrontation at his Scottish childhood home.
While the film is packed with a strong storyline, a star-studded ensemble, and meticulous sequences that feel like a chef’s kiss, what puts Skyfall a league above is Adele’s Oscar-winning title track of the same name, elevating the cinematic experience to a whole new level.
Plus, as the 50th anniversary film of the James Bond franchise, Skyfall is righteously sprinkled with Easter eggs that nod to classic Bond tropes, honouring the past and legacy the series has so effortlessly maintained.
But then again, don’t mistake the references for a cheap nostalgia trip because it successfully adapts to time, bridging the gap between the gritty realism of Casino Royale and the classic appeal of the 60s movies.
So, if you want a last-minute escape to the Bond land, Skyfall is currently streaming on Netflix. And if you wish to make it a marathon, so are the other spy movies from the franchise, until next week.