Though Bad Boys 4—officially titled Bad Boys: Ride or Die—has just revved onto the big screen, fans are already itching to know when they can stream the high-octane action from the comfort of their couches.
Helmed by the dynamic duo behind *Ms. Marvel*, directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, this fourth installment sees Will Smith and Martin Lawrence back in action as Miami’s most iconic cops, Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett.
Premiering in theaters on June 7, the film kicks off with our heroes embroiled in a new mystery: their late police captain is suspiciously connected to a notorious drug cartel. Determined to clear their leader’s name, Mike and Marcus plunge headfirst into a whirlwind of danger, intrigue, and, of course, plenty of explosive action.
So, while the bullets fly and the quips land in cinemas now, the countdown begins for fans eager to stream this wild ride at home. Keep your popcorn ready!
When Will Bad Boys 4 Release on Digital?
Following its explosive June 7 theatrical debut, Bad Boys: Ride or Die is expected to hit digital platforms fairly soon, much to the delight of fans eager to relive the action at home.
As the latest blockbuster from Sony Pictures, we can look at the studio’s recent digital release timelines to predict when Bad Boys 4 might be available online. Here are some recent examples:
- Morbius: Theatrical release on April 1, 2022; digital release 46 days later on June 17, 2022.
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse: Theatrical release on June 2, 2023; digital release 62 days later on August 8, 2023.
- Anyone But You: Theatrical release on December 22, 2023; digital release 60 days later on February 20, 2024.
- Madame Web: Theatrical release on February 14, 2024; digital release 30 days later on March 15, 2024.
- Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire: Theatrical release on March 22, 2024; digital release 46 days later on May 7, 2024.
With Bad Boys 4 off to a strong start, pulling in $5.9 million in domestic previews—the highest for an R-rated movie since 2023’s Oppenheimer—and boasting a 97% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes, Sony might extend its theatrical run. If the film’s momentum continues, we could see a 60-day theatrical window, placing its digital release in early August. Should it surpass Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse‘s 62-day run, a mid to late August digital release is also possible.
When Will Bad Boys: Ride or Die Start Streaming for Subscribers?
Sony’s deal with Netflix and Disney affects the streaming timeline. Netflix holds the “pay 1 window” rights for 18 months, followed by Disney’s “pay 2 window” rights, which means movies then stream on Disney+ and/or Hulu. Here’s a look at recent Sony releases and their streaming windows:
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse: Theatrical on June 2, 2023; Netflix on October 31, 2023 (151 days later).
- No Hard Feelings: Theatrical on June 23, 2023; Netflix on October 22, 2023 (121 days later).
- The Equalizer 3: Theatrical on September 1, 2023; Netflix on January 1, 2024 (122 days later).
- Dumb Money: Theatrical on September 15, 2023; Netflix on January 21, 2024 (114 days later).
- Madame Web: Theatrical on February 14, 2024; Netflix on May 14, 2024 (90 days later).
Applying this pattern, Bad Boys 4 is likely to hit Netflix around 120 days after its theatrical release, placing it around November 4. For Disney+ and/or Hulu, it would likely become available 18 months later, around May 2026.
So while Bad Boys: Ride or Die is thrilling audiences in theaters worldwide, digital and streaming plans are already lining up for the future. Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy the ride!
