Margot Robbie’s debut as Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad may not have been a critical darling—holding a 26% rating on Rotten Tomatoes—but it is making a comeback on Hulu. The 2016 Suicide Squad film, directed by David Ayer, has surged to #5 on the streaming platform’s top 10 list, proving that fan love and curiosity can sometimes defy the critics. Despite its polarizing reception, Suicide Squad has managed to build a cult following, largely due to Robbie’s standout performance as the chaotic and unpredictable Harley Quinn.
It was Robbie’s first time stepping into the iconic role, and even critics who weren’t fans of the film praised her portrayal. The film also starred Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as the Joker, and Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, with a plot centered around a group of imprisoned supervillains recruited for dangerous, covert government missions.
However, its audience score stands at a far more generous 59%, which indicates that regular viewers were much more forgiving of its flaws. For many fans, Suicide Squad is still a guilty pleasure, offering a colorful and chaotic dive into the darker corners of the DC universe.Though Suicide Squad may not be the most beloved superhero film in the DCEU, it’s clear that Robbie’s portrayal of Harley Quinn has helped keep the film relevant. Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting the chaos, Suicide Squad is a wild ride that continues to captivate audiences. You can watch it on Hulu now.
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