‘Fallout’ Meets ‘Mad Max’ in Denzel Washington’s Cult Classic Thriller Streaming on Netflix
The Book of Eli, Denzel Washington’s 2010 post-apocalyptic thriller, is now streaming on Netflix in supported territories. The film follows a lone traveller protecting the last copy of a potentially society-changing book, blending action with themes of faith, knowledge and power.
Washington stars as Eli, opposed by Gary Oldman’s warlord Carnegie, with Mila Kunis, Ray Stevenson and Jennifer Beals among the supporting cast. Produced for about $80 million, it earned roughly $157 million worldwide, including over $94 million in North America; critics were divided, giving it 47% on Rotten Tomatoes, while audiences responded more warmly.
- The Book of Eli is streaming on Netflix.
- Denzel Washington protects a vital book in a wasteland.
- It earned about $157 million worldwide.
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The Book of Eli is set in a future United States devastated by a major catastrophe, where clean water, food and safe travel are scarce. Its story follows Eli, a solitary man walking west while carrying a book he believes must be protected.
Denzel Washington plays Eli, while Gary Oldman plays Carnegie, the ruler of a settlement who wants the book for his own purposes. Mila Kunis plays Solara, a young woman whose encounter with Eli draws her into the journey.
The film combines violent survival action with questions about religious faith, literacy and who controls important knowledge. It was released in 2010 and became a commercial success despite a mixed response from critics.