Russell Crowe’s Most Divisive Epic Officially Finds a New Home on Paramount+
Russell Crowe's biblical epic Noah has been added to the Paramount+ streaming library, offering audiences a chance to revisit the 2014 film. The movie, directed by Darren Aronofsky, represents Crowe's last lead role in a major studio blockbuster, making its streaming debut particularly significant for fans of his career.
Noah grossed $360 million worldwide against a $160 million budget, despite significant controversy over its religious themes that led to bans in several Middle Eastern countries and China. The film currently holds a 75% "Certified Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and with the recent resurgence of faith-based films, it may find a new audience on Paramount+.
- Crowe's biblical epic Noah is now streaming on Paramount+ following its 2014 theatrical release.
- The film earned $360 million worldwide despite religious controversy and bans in some regions.
- It's Crowe's last lead role in a major studio film, making it significant for his fans.
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Noah is a 2014 film directed by Darren Aronofsky that tells the biblical story of Noah and the flood. Russell Crowe stars in the lead role, which marked his last major leading role in a big-budget studio film.
The film became controversial for how it portrayed religious themes, leading to bans in several Middle Eastern countries and China. Some religious groups objected to creative choices the filmmakers made with the biblical story, making it one of the more debated religious films in recent years.
Despite the controversy, Noah was commercially successful, earning $360 million worldwide against a $160 million budget. It currently receives generally positive reviews from critics, with a 75% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes.