Bad Boys: Ride or Die isn't on Netflix yet (but it will be after theaters)

Get ready for another exhilarating reunion with Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as they team up for the fourth installment of the Bad Boys series - Bad Boys: Ride or Die, directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, coming to Netflix soon.

This is the fourth Bad Boys movie in the franchise, following the original 1995 film, 2003's Bad Boys II (both directed by Michael Bay), and 2020's Bad Boys for Life (directed by Adil & Bilall).

Released in theaters on June 5th, 2024, Bad Boys: Ride or Die sees Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett investigating corruption within the Miami police department when their late Captain Conrad Howard is posthumously accused of being involved with drug cartels. A setup turns them into fugitives, forcing them to work outside the law to solve the case and clear Howard's name. The official teaser, as per IMDb, reads:

"This Summer, the world's favorite Bad Boys are back with their iconic mix of edge-of-your-seat action and outrageous comedy but this time with a twist: Miami's finest are now on the run."

- IMDb

While the film isn't on Netflix right now, it will be soon. So, when can we expect to see it on the streaming platform? Well, join us as we reveal the release schedule for Bad Boys: Ride or Die below!

When is Bad Boys: Ride or Die coming to Netflix?

If you can't make it to your local theater anytime soon, hold your horses because Bad Boys: Ride or Die will be speeding onto Netflix too!

According to reports, Bad Boys: Ride or Die will hit Netflix in the United States around 120 days after its theatrical release, which puts the earliest arrival date at October 5th, 2024. Realistically, you can expect to see it on Netflix in the US sometime in late 2024, likely in December, or early 2025.

For fans outside the United States, the wait for Bad Boys: Ride or Die on Netflix will be a bit longer. According to What's on Netflix, India, and some other Asian territories will get the movie to stream in late 2024.

Meanwhile, European countries like Germany, the Netherlands, and Israel can expect to see it on Netflix in early to mid-2025.

For regions such as Canada and the United Kingdom, the release date for Bad Boys: Ride or Die on Netflix is predicted to be in late 2025 or 2026.

The exact Netflix release dates will vary slightly by territory, but rest assured, the movie will eventually be available globally on Netflix due to the streaming service's distribution deal with Sony Pictures. So, no matter where you are, you won't miss out on the action!

Are there any earlier Bad Boys on Netflix? (Where to watch)

As much as we'd love to reminisce and rewatch the previous Bad Boys movies on Netflix, unfortunately, we can't.

While the first two Bad Boys movies were previously available on Netflix U.S., as of June 2024, they’re no longer on the streaming giant. In fact, none of the earlier Bad Boys movies are currently available for streaming on Netflix in the United States.

But fear not! We know exactly where you can catch all the Bad Boys action!

Right now, if you head over to Hulu, you can watch Bad Boys (1995), Bad Boys II (2003), and Bad Boys for Life (2020).

Alternatively, you can also rent or purchase the films on Amazon Prime Video. So grab your popcorn and get ready for some classic Bad Boys fun!

Are there any movies like Bad Boys on Netflix?

Netflix is a goldmine for films and series, and if you're craving that buddy cop/action comedy vibe akin to the Bad Boys franchise, you're in luck! There are plenty of options to satisfy your action-packed cravings right on Netflix US.

Check out our top picks below:

• The Man from Toronto (2022):
  Starring Kevin Hart and Woody Harrelson, this film is a hilarious case of mistaken identity that leads to an unlikely pairing between a deadly assassin and a simple man.
• Spenser Confidential (2020):
  Mark Wahlberg and Winston Duke team up in this Boston-based thriller, where an ex-cop and an aspiring MMA fighter join forces to uncover a twisted conspiracy.
• Game Over, Man! (2018):
  Get ready for some wild laughs as three friends turn into unlikely heroes when they confront a group of dangerous terrorists during a work hangout.
• The Lovebirds (2020):
  Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani star in this offbeat comedy where a couple finds themselves entangled in a bizarre murder case after witnessing a strange crime on their way to a party.
• Coffee & Kareem (2020):
  Ed Helms takes on the role of a cop who must team up with his girlfriend's sharp-tongued 12-year-old son, played by Terrence Little Gardenhigh, after stumbling upon a criminal conspiracy.

So settle in, and get ready for some action-packed, laugh-out-loud entertainment right at your fingertips on Netflix!

Stay tuned to Netflix Life for more recommendations, release updates, and more!