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Christmas Action Thriller 'Carry-On' Lands Biggest Netflix Debut of 2024

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Story by Jonathan FugeDecember 18, 2024 • 1:45 PM
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A high-stakes holiday thriller starring Taron Egerton and Jason Bateman becomes Netflix's biggest debut of 2024, outpacing the streamer's hit TV series 'Black Doves'.
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  • 'Carry-On' racked up a jaw-dropping 92 million viewing hours in its first 3 days, shattering Netflix's previous 2024 opening weekend record held by 'Black Doves'.
  • The film's director, action maestro Michael Bay, is already in talks with Netflix for a sequel, eyeing a 2025 release to capitalize on the first installment's massive success.
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Taron Egerton, Jason Bateman, Netflix, 'Carry-On', 'Black Doves'
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