Robert Downey Jr. and Zach Galifianakis are proving that even a decade-old road trip comedy can find new life on streaming. Due Date, Todd Phillips's 2010 buddy comedy, has officially cracked Netflix's top 10 charts, signaling a resurgence that could make it a streaming hit by July 2026.
The film follows Peter Highman (Downey Jr.), a high-strung architect desperate to get from Atlanta to Los Angeles for the birth of his first child. After a bizarre airport misunderstanding with aspiring actor Ethan Tremblay (Galifianakis), both men are kicked off their flight and placed on the no-fly list. Stranded without luggage or a wallet, Peter reluctantly accepts a cross-country car ride with Ethan and his French bulldog, leading to a series of chaotic misadventures.
While Due Date earned a modest 39% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes (with audiences slightly warmer at 52%), it was a commercial powerhouse, grossing over $212 million worldwide on a $65 million budget. The film's blend of Downey Jr.'s sharp, angry energy and Galifianakis's deadpan, socially clueless humor struck a chord with audiences looking for a laugh riot.
Now, more than a decade later, the film is getting its due on streaming. According to FlixPatrol, Due Date has climbed Netflix's top 10, standing alongside newer titles like Desire, Death on the Nile, and The Creator. This resurgence is a testament to the film's enduring appeal and the star power of its leads.
For fans of forgotten gems, this is a reminder that sometimes the best comedies are the ones that didn't get critical love but found a loyal audience. If you're in the mood for a road trip comedy with heart and chaos, Due Date is streaming now on Netflix.
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