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Netflix adds most underrated movie of all time fans say is pure entertainment

An iconic action movie from the 1990s starring Hollywood legend Tom Cruise is now available to stream on Netflix

[Tom Cruise as Cole Trickle]

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Netflix adds most underrated movie of all time(Image: PARAMOUNT PICTURES)

One of Tom Cruises best movies fans say is underrated but holds up more than 30 years after its original release is now available to stream on Netflix.

The streaming service added the iconic 1990 film to its catalogue on Friday 6th March, and its perfect for viewers who enjoy a dose of excitement after the working day is over.

Days of Thunder features the Mission: Impossible star as a young racing driver named Cole Trickle who finally gets the chance to prove his talents when hes recruited to race for NASCAR, tutored by legendary pit crew chief Harry Hogge (played by Robert Duvall).

After a breakneck face-off with rival driver Rowdy Burns (Michael Rooker), Cole is seriously injured, but a chance encounter with beautiful neurosurgeon Dr. Claire Lewicki (Nicole Kidman) gives him the strength he needs to make a recovery and overcome his fears.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Tony Scott, who also launched Cruise to box office gold with his 1987 smash-hit Top Gun, Days of Thunder is a must-watch for adrenaline junkies.

[Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise]

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This 'underrated' 90s blockbuster is now on Netflix UK(Image: PARAMOUNT PICTURES)

One fan on Letterboxd raved in a five-star review: Any movie that has me standing up, cheering and clapping in my living room during the finale is a fantastic one in my books. This one did exactly that.

The cast is excellent. I would gladly watch ten more sports films with this exact group. It is the perfect kind of movie to throw on during a laid back Saturday afternoon.

Taking shots at the films low reviews, they added: I do not care what anyone says. That 3.1 average rating is blasphemous. It may follow the same formula as a lot of 80s sports films, but that is exactly why it works.

Someone else gushed: A high octane adrenaline rush. Pure goddamn entertainment. This s*** will always absolutely shred.

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Tom Cruise and Michael Rooker star in Days of Thunder(Image: PARAMOUNT PICTURES)

This is definitely one of the most underrated movies of all time, an IMDb user declared.

The producers definitely know how to make each scene memorable with the perfect scenery, music and acting. It's fast paced and has a beautiful story line. The music is absolutely stunning.

Another fan gave Days of Thunder a stirring recommendation: Visually the film is stunning as you would expect from a Tony Scott Film and the action scenes breathtakingly shot.

Days of Thunder is an often overlooked film in Tom Cruise filmography but it is a classic, if you haven't seen it for years give it another go.

[Robert Duvall as Harry Hogge]

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Late Hollywood legend Robert Duvall as crew chief Harry Hogge(Image: PARAMOUNT PICTURES)

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My take on this is over 30 years later and this movie still holds up, a final fan said.

Why this movie has a score of just 6.0 is an understatement to me and downright diabolical and underrated.

Action movie fans should definitely make time for this nostalgic cinematic thrill-ride now its widely available to stream from the comfort of your home.

Days of Thunder is available to stream on Netflix.

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