Prime Video's Ride or Die has become a streaming sensation since its debut last month, quickly climbing to the top of the charts. Now, the platform is celebrating with an exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette that offers fans a closer look at the making of this action-comedy gem.
The series stars Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer as an unlikely duo: Debbie (Spencer), a mild-mannered wife of a British government official, and Judith (Waddingham), her best friend who secretly leads a double life as a deadly assassin—though she only targets the bad guys, of course.
When a mission goes awry, Judith and Debbie find themselves on the run across Europe, pursued by both a legion of hitmen and the law. To complicate matters, Debbie receives some devastating personal news and discovers the truth about Judith's secret life, forcing their friendship to evolve in unexpected ways.
The cast also includes Ed Skrein, Calam Lynch, and Bill Nighy, with the series created by Tessa Coates and showrun by Matt Miller, known for his work on Peacemaker.
In the exclusive featurette, Miller explains that the show is about "second acts," highlighting how rare it is for two women in their fifties to headline a major action series. The show embraces this uniqueness, exploring the deep bond between Debbie and Judith as they navigate their new reality.
The featurette also showcases some of the series' most thrilling action sequences and stunning European backdrops, giving viewers a taste of the excitement that awaits. If you haven't yet, you can stream Ride or Die on Prime Video.
Critics have been raving, with the series holding a stellar 98% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Collider's own Meredith Loftus praised the show for "delivering on both action thrills and heartwarming friendship," and noted that the supporting cast adds depth with "richer than you'd expect" characterizations.
For fans of action-comedy, Ride or Die is a must-watch. And if you're looking for more adrenaline-pumping content, check out our list of action classics that redefined the genre. Also, don't miss the upcoming season of Reacher, which promises more high-octane thrills.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates on Ride or Die and other exciting projects.
