Daisy Ridley rose to fame playing Rey in the latest Star Wars trilogy. She’s since appeared in movies like Murder on the Orient Express, Ophelia, and Chaos Walking. Now, her 2023 thriller, The Marsh King’s Daughter, is proving popular with viewers on streaming platforms.
According to FlixPatrol, The Marsh King’s Daughter is currently the fifth most popular movie on Peacock in the U.S. Released on November 3, 2023, the film is based on the novel of the same name. It was directed by Neil Burger, who also directed The Illusionist, Limitless, and Divergent.
What Was The Marsh King’s Daughter About?
Helena has spent years trying to escape her past, but now she’s forced to confront it. She lives with her husband and daughter, keeping a secret from them about what really happened years ago. She told her husband her parents died in a car accident, but that’s a lie.
Helena was born while her mother was being held captive for years. She grew up thinking her father was a good man, but after she and her mother finally escaped, she discovered the truth and he was sent to prison. Now, after several years, her father has escaped and is coming to find her.
I recently watched The Marsh King’s Daughter, and it’s based on the novel of the same name. The cast is really strong – Daisy Ridley leads, and Garrett Hedlund plays her husband, Stephen Pelletier. You’ve also got Joey Carson as their daughter, Marigold, and Caren Pistorius as Helena’s mother, Beth. But Ben Mendelsohn is particularly chilling as Jacob Holbrook, Helena’s father and the infamous ‘Marsh King’ who kidnapped Beth years before. It’s a gripping story with some fantastic performances.
The Marsh King’s Daughter Received Mixed Reviews from Critics
Critics weren’t impressed with The Marsh King’s Daughter, giving it a 40% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. But audiences seemed to enjoy it more, with a 74% score on the Popcornmeter and a 5.9 rating on IMDb.
Critics have praised the acting in the film. Kevin Maher of The Times (UK) called Ridley’s performance her best since Star Wars, describing her character as deeply empathetic and on the verge of a major emotional shift. Frank Scheck of The Hollywood Reporter noted that the talented cast elevates what could have been a low-budget story.
Despite mixed reviews from critics, the thriller The Marsh King’s Daughter is proving popular with audiences. It’s currently at the top of streaming charts in the US, suggesting many people are finding it enjoyable and worth seeing. Something about the film is clearly resonating with viewers, making it a compelling choice for a movie night.
The Marsh King’s Daughter is available to stream on Peacock in the United States.
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2026-05-14 00:06