The science fiction movie The Sixth Day, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, returns to the Netflix catalog in Spain. This reappearance constitutes a second chance for a film that was a notable box office failure upon its release in 2000, grossing only $34.6 million in the U.S. and $61.4 million worldwide, against a production cost of $82 million, which highlighted an alarming difference between investment and return.
A movie with the possibility of redemption
On the sixth day, in which Schwarzenegger plays a normal man caught in a complex dilemma related to cloning, it did not fit the action image that the public expected from the actor. The reviews were lukewarm, with a rating of 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, reflecting the unenthusiastic reception from both audiences and critics alike. This work came at a delicate time for Schwarzenegger’s career, who was coming off previous failures like Batman & Robin and End of Days. The pressure for a success was evident.
Throughout the promotion, director Roger Spottiswoode emphasized that, although Schwarzenegger was known for his macho image, he also had a reflective side that he sought to showcase in the film. However, the final result not only left critics dissatisfied, but also led the star to be nominated for several Razzie awards, which recognize the worst in cinema.
As the new month arrives, its inclusion on Netflix generates interest about whether The Sixth Day will be able to rise from the shadows of its history or if, on the contrary, it will fade back into oblivion, given the context of other failures of Schwarzenegger on the platform. Time will tell if this old title manages to capture the attention of new viewers or if it will be relegated to being a mere memory of his career.
