Ryan Reynolds' Latest Movie Is A Multi-Genre Blockbuster That's Guaranteed To Bring Out Your Inner Child

The new feel-good film now streaming on Netflix is literally everything.

If you’re looking for a bit of escapism (frankly, who isn't), ideally with some big laughs and feel-good moments, then the latest Ryan Reynolds blockbuster that has dropped on Netflix, The Adam Project, is 100% your movie of choice.

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Since its release on March 11, the high-octane, sci-fi-meets-adventure-meets-comedy movie, starring A-list faves Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo and Zoe Saldaña, has whipped up MAJOR excitement among film fans across the globe — and it's clear to see why.

The casting is genius for a start, but the film also blends an awesome mix of genres. We're talking sci-fi time-travel, action-adventure, laugh-out-loud comedy and heartfelt family drama — to draw out that fun-loving, inner child in us.

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We all need more of that kid, right?

The much-awaited film, directed by Shawn Levy, follows a fighter pilot from the future (Ryan Reynolds), who travels back in time to team up with his 12-year-old self, on a mission to save the world.

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It's a fast-paced, gripping story, with the young version of Ryan Reynolds, played by Walker Scobell (who is AMAZING and kinda steals the show), struggling with the loss of his father, when his future self makes a surprise appearance in his backyard.

Plus, if the name Shawn Levy sounds familiar, that's because he's directed blockbuster hits like Stranger Things. The Adam Project is his second collaboration with Reynolds, so you just know this is going to be good. Levy also seems to be on a bit of a career roll — even being hailed "Hollywood's reigning Dr. Feelgood" thanks to the recurring themes of childhood nostalgia and warm-hearted comedy that thread through all his work.

Fans have been buzzing since The Adam Project's release, praising its themes and great performances — including those of Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo, who last appeared in a film together 18 whole years ago.

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Jennifer Garner plays young Adam's mother, Elie, and Mark Ruffalo plays his father, a brilliant physicist who specialises in time travel.

If adventure and comedy don't happen to be quite your vibe, the film's CGI chops might just appeal to the sci-fi lover in you. The characters wield some epic weaponry — Ryan Reynolds' lightsaber gives others a run for their money and Zoe Saldaña's enemy-destroying gun barely needs an introduction.

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Saldaña, who kicks serious butt in this movie, plays Reynolds' wife from the future, Laura, who he also comes back to rescue.

And since no time-travel film is complete without an iconic villain, The Adam Project casts Oscar nominee Catherine Keener in a whole new light. She plays Maya Sorian, who has hijacked time-travel technology for her own nefarious purposes.

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The Adam Project may even prompt a few self-reflective moments of your own — and have you wondering what you might say to your younger self. What would you make of them?!

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Like all great movies, it's one to make you think a little deeper. In this case, about your own choices, how you treat others and making the most of the time you have with loved ones — all in a lightly comedic and still sentimental style. 

Watch The Adam Project, now streaming only on Netflix.

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