Tom Hanks’ Thriller Criticized as ‘Nonsense’ Finds New Streaming Platform

Morgan Winslow

Published: January 30, 2026 2:55 AM ET

Tom Hanks’ Thriller Criticized as ‘Nonsense’ Finds New Streaming Platform

Tom Hanks, known for his candid approach to his film roles, recently acknowledged that his popular 2006 thriller The Da Vinci Code is rife with “nonsense.” Despite his admission, the film was a box office success, generating significant public interest and controversy. Now, it finds a new home on Peacock, NBCUniversal’s streaming service.

Streaming on Peacock

The Da Vinci Code became available for streaming on January 1, 2026. It joins its sequels, Angels & Demons and the prequel series The Lost Symbol, on the Peacock platform. However, the third installment, Inferno, is not part of this streaming offering.

Box Office Success and Controversy

Box Office Earnings: The Da Vinci Code grossed $760 million globally, making it the second-highest-grossing film of 2006.
Historical Impact: The film surpassed Forrest Gump as Hanks’ highest-grossing live-action movie.
Public Outcry: Its controversial claims, including the idea that Jesus married Mary Magdalene, provoked protests and even a Vatican response.

While the film captivated audiences and drew them into a narrative involving secret societies and hidden truths in Leonardo da Vinci’s art, it didn’t fare as well with critics. It holds a mere 27% critic score and a 57% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Critical Reception

Many reviewers criticized the film’s slow pace and heavy-handed storytelling. Several felt that the adaptation of Dan Brown’s dense novel felt more like a tedious lecture than an engaging thriller. Hanks, addressing some of this criticism, suggested that audiences should approach the film with an understanding of its fictional nature.