In 2005, director Michael Bay first collaborated with executive producer Steven Spielberg on The Island.
This sci-fi action film stars Ewan McGregor and Scarlett Johansson as two people who uncover the unsettling truth about who and what they are.
The Island, which cost over $125 million to make, grossed an underwhelming $162.9 million at the worldwide box office, making it an official financial bomb.
But two decades later, it’s a hit on Netflix, consistently ranking in the top 10 most popular movies on the streamer.
Is it worth watching? Watch With Us breaks down whether The Island is worth a visit this December.
13 Must-Watch Action Movies on Netflix Right Now (Npvember 2025)
Ewan McGregor and Scarlett Johansson Are Very Appealing
By the time The Island came out, McGregor had alre

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