Will Smith steps into the role of the spinach-fueled sailor in a bold, modern take that fuses slapstick fun with unexpected heart. Emily Blunt shines as Olive Oyl, portrayed with both warmth and determination, while Dwayne Johnson looms as Bluto, the ruthless industrialist threatening to devour Sweethaven. Adding sharp humor to the mix, Awkwafina voices a wisecracking seagull who acts as Popeye’s feathered conscience.

Beneath the laughs and brawls lies a deeper story about community, resilience, and the fight against greed. Reluctant at first, Popeye rallies the quirky townsfolk of Sweethaven to resist Bluto’s destructive grip, all while uncovering the long-buried truth of his father’s mysterious disappearance at sea.

Will Smith balances grit, humor, and heart as Popeye.

Emily Blunt gives Olive Oyl strength and spark.

Dwayne Johnson delivers brute menace as Bluto.

Awkwafina brings razor-sharp wit as the scene-stealing seagull.

With raucous ship-deck musical numbers, cartoon-inspired spinach boosts, and vivid, larger-than-life visuals, Popeye the Sailor Man (2025) sails as a colorful reinvention—paying homage to its roots while charting a bold new course for a modern audience.

Rating: 7.5/10