Ryan Reynolds will return to screens with the 2017 sci-fi horror film Life, which is set to begin streaming on Paramount+ starting September 1, 2025. Known for his roles beyond the Marvel universe, Reynolds stars in the movie alongside Rebecca Ferguson and Jake Gyllenhaal, where a space station team battles a lethal Martian organism to protect Earth.
Background and Reception of “Life”
Life centers around a group of scientists working on a space station who discover and must contain an alien lifeform threatening human existence. The film, produced on a $58 million budget, achieved close to $100 million worldwide at the box office, reflecting moderate commercial success. While critics gave it a 67% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, audiences scored it lower at 55%. The cast also includes Hiroyuki Sanada, noted for his roles in John Wick: Chapter 4 and the Emmy-winning miniseries Shōgun.
Comparisons to “Alien” and Streaming Popularity
The movie has often been likened to the classic Alien franchise due to its similar plot involving scientists confronting a hostile extraterrestrial creature aboard a ship. Following its popularity on international streaming platforms, Life’s forthcoming availability on Paramount+ has stirred renewed interest among American viewers eager to experience the thriller again.
Ryan Reynolds’ Current Projects and Marvel Rumors
Alongside this streaming announcement, Ryan Reynolds has been generating buzz with a cryptic post that hints at a possible appearance in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Although Marvel has not officially confirmed this, the triumphant return of Fox X-Men stars Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen, as well as the success of Deadpool & Wolverine, have fueled speculation about Reynolds’ involvement. Additionally, Reynolds is set to star in Mayday, an action comedy featuring Kenneth Branagh and Maria Bakalova, slated for release on September 19, 2025.
The Significance of “Life” Returning to Streaming Platforms
The addition of Life to Paramount+ provides fans with a chance to revisit a film that combines thrilling science fiction with horror, highlighting Reynolds’ versatility beyond his more comedic or superhero roles. This release also underscores the continuing interest in sci-fi content involving space exploration and alien threats, making it timely for audiences as attention heightens on upcoming Marvel projects and Reynolds’ expanding filmography.
