Netflix Shock: Alexandra Daddario's Disaster Flick Dominates Charts!

A 2015 disaster movie starring Alexandra Daddario is making waves on Netflix, proving that older films can still find new life in the streaming era. "San Andreas," featuring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson alongside Daddario, Carla Gugino, and Paul Giamatti, has surged to the top of Netflix's U.S. Top 10 movies chart, currently holding the #2 spot.

Why is "San Andreas" Trending?

Despite mixed reviews upon its initial release, "San Andreas" offers a classic disaster movie experience: big spectacle, bankable stars, and a simple premise. The film depicts California crumbling after a massive earthquake, with Johnson playing a rescue pilot determined to save his estranged wife and daughter (Daddario). It's escapism at its finest, requiring minimal investment from the viewer.

The Rock's Oscar Buzz Boost?

Adding to the film's resurgence is the buzz surrounding Dwayne Johnson's potential Oscar nomination for his role in "The Smashing Machine." This renewed attention on Johnson may be drawing viewers to his older work, including "San Andreas." The film features classic mega Hollywood action, with incredible special effects and total chaos, as California's San Andreas fault erupts in a magnitude 9 quake, the largest in history.

• Alexandra Daddario: Her performance as Johnson's daughter adds emotional depth to the action-packed narrative.
• Disaster Movie Comfort: The genre provides a sense of cinematic comfort food.
• Streaming Resurgence: Netflix's algorithm helps resurface older titles, giving them a second chance with audiences.

Whether it's the comforting familiarity of disaster movies, the star power of Dwayne Johnson and Alexandra Daddario, or simply Netflix's algorithm at work, "San Andreas" is proving that some films never truly fade away. Check it out now on Netflix!