Mark Wahlberghas built up a lengthy resume over his many years starring in action movies, and while some are certainly not considered family friends, one that is has become a streaming sensation in the U.S. and globally. Wahlberg stars alongsideMichelle Monaghan(The White Lotus) andMaggie Q(Bosch: Legacy) inThe Family Plan, an action comedy following a former assassin living incognito as a suburban dad who must take his family on a road trip when his former life catches up to him.The Family Planbegan streaming on Apple TV+ in 2023, and although the film is over 18 months old, it’s still one of the most popular movies in the world,topping charts in over 75 countries, including the United States.The Family Planearned scores of 27% from critics and 61% from audiences onRotten Tomatoes.
David Coggeshallwrote the script forThe Family Plan, andSimon Cellan Jonesdirected the film. Both are expected to return for the sequel,The Family Plan 2, which Apple has confirmed is already in the works.Game of ThronesveteranKit Harrington has also been cast in the film, which has been set for release on August 05, 2025. It looks like it will be another straight-to-streaming release forThe Family Plan 2, though, and no screenings in theaters for Wahlberg’s action comedy. After working with Wahlberg onThe Family Plan, director Simon Cellan Jones also reunited with the star forArthur the King, the heartfelt animal drama withSimu Liu. He’s also worked on episodes for shows ofJessica Jones,Ballers,See, andThe Diplomat.
Mark Wahlberg’s Newest Movie Is Tearing Up Streaming Charts
Wahlberg kicked off the year with his role inFlight Risk, the aviation thriller directed byMel Gibson. The film certainly didn’t blow box office expectations out of the water — likely part of the reason Lionsgate set it for release in January — but it has found new life on streaming.Flight Riskdebuted on Starz not long ago, and it has been themost popular movie for the streamer by every metric. Wahlberg also has a few other exciting projects in the works, likeBalls Up, an upcoming comedy withPaul Walter Hauser. He will also reprise his role as John in aTedanimated series.
The Family Planis one of the most popular movies in the world onApple TV+. Stay tuned to Collider for more streaming updates and coverage of Wahlberg’s future projects.
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