Bruce Willis’ Career-Defining Thriller Officially Hits Netflix’s Top 10
By Jake Hodges | Published Sep 13, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT
In over three years at Collider, senior author Jake Hodges has penned over 3000 articles covering a wide range of TV and film. Alongside interviewing stars like Selin Hizli, Rose Ayling-Ellis, Harlan Coben, and Chelsea Peretti, Jake visited the set of Aardman and Netflix’s Wallace and Gromit: A Vengeance Most Fowl in 2024, chatting with four-time Academy Award winner Nick Park and Merlin Crossingham.
Here’s a fact-based summary of the story contents:
- 1999 was a remarkable year for cinema, boasting iconic films like The Matrix, Eyes Wide Shut, Toy Story 2, Election, South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut, and Fight Club.
- Among these, The Sixth Sense stands out for its shocking twist and is still a pop culture phenomenon today.
- M. Night Shyamalan’s masterpiece features Bruce Willis in one of his best roles, alongside Haley Joel Osment and Toni Collette.
- 28 years later, The Sixth Sense is one of the ten most-streamed movies on Netflix globally, proving its enduring appeal.
Key Takeaways:
- The Sixth Sense is a testament to the power of a well-crafted thriller with a surprising twist.
- Its impact on cinema and popular culture has been profound and long-lasting.
- The film’s continued popularity on streaming platforms like Netflix highlights its timeless appeal.
