‘The Furious’ Achieves Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Score as One of the Best Martial Arts Films
‘The Furious’ has made a significant impact on review platforms, achieving an impressive 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from early critics. The film is already being hailed as one of the standout martial arts releases in recent years, with many reviewers drawing comparisons to the iconic ‘The Raid’ films.
According to Rotten Tomatoes and initial critical feedback, the movie has garnered strong acclaim across its first 30 reviews. Critics are praising its fast-paced fight choreography, intense energy, and meticulously staged action sequences that maintain high tension throughout. While the audience score is still pending, early reactions indicate that positive word of mouth is building ahead of its release.
The story follows Wang Wei, portrayed by Xie Miao, an ordinary tradesman whose life takes a dark turn when his daughter is kidnapped by a criminal organization. With the corrupt police refusing to assist, Wei takes matters into his own hands, embarking on a violent quest for justice that plunges him into a perilous underworld.
Along his journey, he teams up with Navin, played by Joe Taslim, a journalist grappling with his own personal loss following his wife’s disappearance. Together, they form an unlikely alliance, battling through a formidable criminal empire. The narrative builds toward a relentless rescue mission fueled by grief, anger, and the will to survive.
Early reviews have particularly highlighted the film’s action design. Critics describe the fight scenes as raw, visceral, and expertly choreographed, with some labeling them as among the most unforgettable martial arts sequences in recent memory. A reviewer from the South China Morning Post remarked that the film showcases top martial arts talent from across Asia, creating what they termed “an utterly vicious brawl.”
Another critic from United Press International stated that the film “brings a new vision to martial arts movies,” noting that its cast combines technical prowess with striking screen presence. Meanwhile, Zach Pope Reviews offered an enthusiastic response, calling it potentially “one of the best martial arts films I’ve ever witnessed,” and praised how each fight scene escalates in intensity.
Directed by Kenji Tanigaki, ‘The Furious’ is a 2025 Hong Kong action film featuring an international cast that includes Yang Enyou, Jeeja Yanin, Brian Le, Joey Iwanaga, and Yayan Ruhian. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2025, quickly capturing the attention of genre enthusiasts and distributors.
It is set for theatrical release in Hong Kong on 12 June 2026, with a broader international rollout expected to follow.
With its perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and growing buzz, ‘The Furious’ is rapidly establishing itself as one of the most anticipated action films of the year.
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