Near-Perfect Dark Fantasy That Rivals ‘Game of Thrones’ Is Officially a Streaming Hit
David Lowery's 2021 Arthurian fantasy film The Green Knight has begun streaming on Hulu, giving the acclaimed but unconventional adaptation a fresh chance to reach audiences five years after its cinema release. The film, praised for its unusual take on the medieval legend of Sir Gawain, has earned comparisons to Game of Thrones for its dark, immersive world-building, and its arrival on a major streaming platform is expected to broaden its viewership considerably.
The Green Knight stars Dev Patel as Sir Gawain, King Arthur's headstrong nephew who sets out to confront the towering, emerald-skinned Green Knight, with a supporting cast including Alicia Vikander, Joel Edgerton, Sean Harris, Kate Dickie, Barry Keoghan and Ralph Ineson. The film holds an 88% "Certified Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes, whose critical consensus praises its blend of homage to and reinterpretation of its source material. Beyond Hulu, it is also available free on platforms including Roku Channel, Fandango at Home, YouTube, Plex and Xumo Play.
- The Green Knight (2021) has started streaming on Hulu.
- Dev Patel-led Arthurian fantasy holds an 88% Rotten Tomatoes score.
- Also free on Roku, Plex, YouTube, Xumo and Fandango at Home.