STEAMY STREAMING: IDRIS ELBA

Luther, Molly's Game, Beasts of No Nation +

image above: idris elba in beasts of no nation; cover image: idris elba in luther

BY: Georgia Davis

Idris Elba made headlines last week when he tested positive for coronavirus. Though the British actor is self-isolating and seems to be doing well, we want to stand with him in solidarity by running through some of his greatest hits. Find these on a streaming platform and watch!

BEASTS OF NO NATION

Idris Elba was robbed of an Oscar nomination for his performance in this Cary Joji Fukunaga film. Idris plays a warlord who forces children to join his guerilla group. The intense, captivating portrayal will stay with you for days.

Beasts of No Nation is available on Netflix.

MOLLY’S GAME

This Aaron Sorkin project combines his frantic, fast-paced writing style with a jaw-dropping plot. The film, based on a true story, stars Jessica Chastain in the titular role as she runs the world’s most exclusive poker game. That makes her a target for the FBI. Idris Elba plays a fictionalized version of her skeptical lawyer in a fantastic performance.

Molly’s Game is available on Netflix.

LUTHER

Idris Elba is not only a movie star, but he has also appeared on TV. In Luther, he is the main character, a detective who uses immoral tactics to get what he wants. Even those who enforce the law face temptation.

Luther is available on Hulu.

THE WIRE

Speaking of TV series, Idris Elba also played drug lord Stringer Bell in HBO’s The Wire. The series shows how people in Baltimore interacted within the drug scene, including the dealers and police officers. The 2002 series ran for five seasons, so take advantage of all the episodes to binge.

The Wire is available on HBO.

PACIFIC RIM

Pacific Rim has somewhat of a cult following. The Guillermo del Toro-directed film pits sea robots against humans. Yes, it is as crazy as it sounds. You are in good hands with Idris Elba starring in this movie. Enjoy, PROVOKR-lovers.