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The Bluff

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Set in the 19th century Caribbean, the feature film stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Karl Urban, with Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green and Vedanten Naidoo, and follows a former female pirate who must protect her family when the mysterious sins of her past catch up to her.
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Udita Jhunjhunwala Livemint Mar 3
Rather than reinvent the genre, the film leans into familiar tropes to deliver bursts of visceral action backed by a commanding central performance from Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Go to Full Review
Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) Mar 3
2.5/5
The Bluff has rough edges, but it’s never workmanlike. Go to Full Review
Caroline Siede AV Club Feb 25
C+
The Bluff is a rollicking good time despite the fact (or maybe because of the fact) that the line between thrilling and ridiculous has never felt more razor thin than it does here. Go to Full Review
Lee Zumpe Tampa Bay Newspapers 50m
For a genre that has traditionally imparted fast-paced action, romanticized adventure, and charming heroes, this execution lacks elation, warmth and allure. Go to Full Review
Ryan Syrek The Reader (Omaha, NE) 2d
B-
Your buckles will be adequately swashed. Your jib will be decently cut. Your mateys will be sufficiently argh-ed. Go to Full Review
Andrew Murray The Upcoming 4d
3/5
Although sharp cinematography and moments of creatively bloody violence add some spark to the proceedings, a bland plot and an ensemble of lifeless characters take the wind out of this flick’s sails. Go to Full Review
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Boast A @RT99507563 14h I watched about 15 minutes of it, and just got a bit bored.. Too much silliness. The action was good, characters seemed good, but I was saying, ' why would you all go in the church'? Silliest place to go. Why doesn't the cannon guy have protection? It was just like someone who had never even seen a battle on TV wrote the battle scene. There's like 10- 15 bad guys on one beach, that's the whole enemy? Why is the settlement do unprepared? Otherwise cool.. Maybe I'll try again if I can suspend belief. See more Kh T @KartR 1d If you’re looking for a fresh take on a pirate movie, this one might just satisfy that appetite. It’s a fairly basic story where the lead has retired from a dark past to enjoy a quiet life, but inevitably, that past catches up with them. The rest of the film revolves around how things unfold from there—that’s essentially the crux of the movie. And yes, the lead is female, for what that’s worth. Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban do a good job carrying the film with their performances. The action scenes are well choreographed, and the costume designer deserves credit—the attention to detail really makes it feel like you’re living in that time period. Overall, it’s a decent watch—something you can put on before going to sleep. See more Hadi K. @FadeToBlackX 1d The Bluff (2026), directed by Frank E. Flowers and starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Karl Urban, is a gritty pirate revenge story with a strong lead performance but a predictable and uneven execution. Priyanka Chopra carries the film with intensity and presence, while Karl Urban delivers a solid but underwritten villain. The direction aims for a darker, grounded tone, which works at times, but the pacing drags and the screenplay feels familiar. Visually, it has some striking moments, though shaky action and inconsistent editing hold it back. The music is serviceable but not memorable. Overall, it’s a decent, watchable action film if you’re in the mood for something straightforward, but it doesn’t leave a lasting impact. See more Richard V @Richo 2d What could have been. It was difficult to stay focused on the movie. A little reality would have been nice. See more Anil T @RT22777664 2d Priyanka Copra? Ugghh! Lousy put-on accent and over acting! See more Matt L @Chubbski 4d Chopra Jonas one of the worst castings I’ve seen. Not even close to believable as a character. Urban looked like he just showed up for the paycheck. Meh. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Set in the 19th century Caribbean, the feature film stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Karl Urban, with Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green and Vedanten Naidoo, and follows a former female pirate who must protect her family when the mysterious sins of her past catch up to her.
Director
Frank E. Flowers
Producer
Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Angela Russo-Otstot, Michael Disco, Cisely Saldana, Mariel Saldana, Priyanka Chopra Jonas
Screenwriter
Joe Ballarini, Frank E. Flowers, Joe Ballarini, Frank E. Flowers
Distributor
Prime Video
Production Co
AGBO, Cinestar Pictures
Rating
R
Genre
Action, Adventure, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 25, 2026
Runtime
1h 43m
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