Nathan Drake finally makes the jump to the big screen. The PlayStation’s most charming adventurer-slash-treasure hunter takes his adventures to the theaters in his first live-action movie outing.
Tag along with Nate and the crew and find out where you can watch “Uncharted” in Canada.
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What Is Uncharted About?
“Uncharted” is an action-adventure film based on the acclaimed video game franchise of the same name. The Uncharted games were developed by renowned video game developer, Naughty Dog, who was also responsible for “The Last of Us” games and live-action adaptation. The story follows a younger Nathan Drake embarking on his first globe-trotting treasure hunt.
In the film, Nate works as a pickpocketing bartender in New York. Nate is thrust into the world of treasure hunting when fortune hunter Victor “Sully” Sullivan approaches Nate and reveals himself as an acquaintance of Nate’s long-lost brother, Sam.
Sully recruits Nate to continue his brother’s search for the famed treasure of Ferdinand Magellan. The pair set out to find Sam and recover Magellan’s lost treasure. Their search becomes a dangerous race against the clock as mercenaries and descendants of former explorers tails behind them.
“Uncharted” premiered on February 7, 2022, in Barcelona, Spain. Nathan Drake’s first movie adventure premiered in the U.S. on February 18, 2022. The film chronicles Drake’s first major treasure hunt within a 116-minute runtime.
Who Are in the Cast and Production of Uncharted?
Ruben Fleischer of the “Zombieland” movies directed Nate’s soiree into live-action. Rafe Lee Judkins of “The Wheel of Time” worked with Art Marcum and Matt Holloway of the first “Iron Man” film to write the screenplay. Columbia Pictures and PlayStation Productions worked with Atlas Entertainment and A2 Productions to bring the beloved video game franchise to life. Sony Pictures Releasing, on the other hand, was responsible for the film’s distribution. The characters of “Uncharted” are realized by acclaimed Hollywood stars like:
- Tom Holland as Nathan “Nate” Drake
- Mark Wahlberg as Victor “Sully” Sullivan
- Sophia Ali as Chloe Frazer
- Antonio Banderas as Santiago Moncada
- Tati Gabrielle as Jo Braddock
- Rudy Pankow as Samuel “Sam” Drake
- Nolan North in a surprise cameo as a hotel guest
What is the Rating for Uncharted?
“Uncharted” is rated PG in Canada. “Uncharted” hosts a swirl of fast-paced action scenes involving guns and fisticuffs. Several characters die onscreen, but the details of their deaths are obscured. Adults and children alike can enjoy the light-hearted action adventure, but adult guidance is advised for some scenes.
How Many People Watch Uncharted?
“Uncharted” was a commercial success when it dropped in theaters. The action-adventure flick earned $15.4 million during its premiere; it went on to debut with $51.3 million. “Uncharted” grossed a worldwide box office of $401.7 million, making it the 6th highest-grossing video-game to movie adaptation.
How Are the Reviews for Uncharted?
“Uncharted” divided critics and long-time fans of the game. Reviewers criticized the film’s uninspired plot and paper-thin dialogues and characterizations. Tom Holland was praised for his endearing and charismatic performance as the franchise’s beloved lead.
Rotten Tomatoes gave “Uncharted” a rotten score of 41%, while Metacritic gave it a 45% metascore. IMDb gave it a higher approval rating with a 6.3 rating. Find out what critics thought of “Uncharted.”
- “This should be effective in introducing the world of Uncharted to people who are meeting Nate and friends for the first time, although the changes it makes can be inexplicable and jarring to those of us who’ve spent many games with these characters.” – Jeffrey Vega of IGN
- “Uncharted is a lively but thinly scripted and overlong mad-dash caper movie, propelled by actors you wish, after a while, had more interesting things to say and do.” – Owen Gleiberman of Variety
Where to Watch Uncharted in Canada?
Catch Nathan Drake’s newest adventure on Prime Video and VOD.
Is Uncharted Available on Streaming?
Prime Video
“Uncharted” is streaming on Amazon’s Prime Video. The streaming giant is home to other thrilling action titles like “Bullet Train,” “The Boys,” “Creed 3,” and “Everything Everywhere All at Once.”
Plan | Price | Free Trial | Number of Devices |
Monthly | CAD$9.99 | 1 Month | 3 Devices |
Yearly | CAD$ 99.99 | 1 Month | 3 Devices |
Is Uncharted Available for Rent (VOD)?
Nathan Drake’s very first movie is also available on VOD services. Viewers can either rent or buy the film. Please remember that rented titles are subject to a limited viewing window and that you need to finish the film before its availability expires.
Platform | Rent | Purchase |
Amazon | CAD$3.99 | CAD$19.99 |
iTunes | CAD$6.99 | CAD$19.99 |
Google Play Store | CAD$3.99 | CAD$19.99 |
Microsoft Store | CAD$4.99 | CAD$19.99 |
Cineplex Store | CAD$3.99 | CAD$19.99 |
Is Uncharted Available on Cable or Free TV?
There are no announcements on when Nathan Drake will appear on TV, but the film is now available on DVD and Blu-ray.
Should I Use a VPN to Watch Uncharted?
Nope. You won’t need a VPN to stream “Uncharted” on Prime Video and VOD.
Venture Into Uncharted Territories
While Nathan Drake’s first movie fell short of its revered source material, it still manages to deliver a serviceable romp that evokes the sense of wonder and excitement synonymous with the Uncharted games. Tom Holland never fails to deliver a charming performance, and his take as Nathan Drake is bound to please fans and newcomers.
Join the high-stakes misadventures of Nate, Sully, and Chloe on Prime Video and VOD.