Beast of War, a 2025 WWII action thriller from UK studio Cornerstone, has become a surprise streaming hit on HBO Max, ranking in the top 10 most-watched films globally across more than 25 countries. The film, directed by Kiah Roache-Turner, has captured international audiences with its unique premise blending survival drama and creature terror.

The film stars Australian soldiers stranded on a shrinking life raft in the Timor Sea during World War II, who must contend with enemy attacks, interpersonal conflict, and a great white shark. It has achieved a strong 90% critical rating on Rotten Tomatoes, though audiences gave it a more modest 55% on the Popcornmeter. Beast of War is available on HBO Max globally and on AMC+ in America.