Ryan Reynolds starred cinematic masterpiece, Free Guy, was the first film in recent times to acknowledge the dynamic shift towards internet celebrities. The multimillion-dollar movie portrayed the life of an NPC (non-player character) in an open-world game.
The unique and exclusive concept of the movie received high praises from fans and critics alike. But what made the movie stand apart from other sci-fi/game cinematic adaptations in the past were the countless cameos of high-profile gamers and streamers such as Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins, Imane ‘Pokimane’ Anys, Seán “Jacksepticeye” McLoughlin, and many more.
Although the movie initially launched in August 2021, it was released on Disney’s OTT platform, Disney Plus, on February 23, 2022, in the United States. Here’s how fans of the popular gamers and streamers are reacting to it.
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You know what time it is?! ⏰ #FreeGuy is now streaming on @DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/1UYMexi2My
— Free Guy (@FreeGuyMovie) February 23, 2022
Free Guy featuring Ninja, Pokimane, and others released on Disney Plus
Free Guy starred Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds as the protagonist, who is an NPC bank teller, alongside Jodie Comer. Reynolds’ character, Guy, sets on a mission to save his friends and the MMORPG world they live in, becoming the hero of the story.
Additionally, throughout his journey, Guy runs into various internet celebrities who make appearances as themselves. It included stars like Ninja, Pokimane, Jacksepticeye, LazarBeam, and DanTDM on its list.
So Free guy dropped on Disney plus and me and my family were watching it and then I SEE FREAKING NINJA, JACKSEPTICEYE, LAZAR BEAM, POKIMANE, AND DANTDM!!
WHAT
— GL!Doodle 📼 🇬🇧 (art tweet pinned) (@Ender_Doodle) February 24, 2022
Free Guy is a spectacular movie! So well-made and hilarious! There are so many adept references to pop culture and cameos from some great streamers, including Tyler “Ninja” Blevins, Pokimane, and Jacksepticeye! Easy 10/10 movie.
— Brent Venables Fan Page (@burnerwurner123) February 18, 2022
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Many fans expressed their excitement at watching the movie featuring some of their favorite content creators. However, there were a few individuals who pointed out the two of the most popular internet celebrities in the movie, do not get along well anymore following their recent feud.
I should really watch free guy
"ninja and pokimane are in it"
Nevermind
— LunarSlayer | Lily (@NavaronePage69) February 24, 2022
Interestingly, the movie also debuted on HBO Max along with Disney Plus in the region.
Watched #FreeGuy last night and it was classic #ryanreynolds. Stream the movie now on #HBOMax and #Disneyplus. https://t.co/OfzAYATYr4
— The Comic Guys (@thecomicguyspod) February 24, 2022
Some individuals even compared the film to other science fiction movies that were released recently. While others had nothing but positive words for the movie.
I love the cameos
— James the Lesser Express Lane Bank Leaks (@jtlats2) February 24, 2022
Free Guy > Matrix 4
— Aaron Morado (@BestForever434) February 24, 2022
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In addition to the streamer, the movie also includes cameos from Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson as well as Hugh Jackman. Now, if this does not pique your interest in watching the movie, nothing else will.
Free Guy won ‘The Comedy Movie 2021’ at the People’s Choice Awards and is also one of the nominees for ‘The Best Visual Effects’ movie at the Academy Awards 2022.
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