Before streaming “Escape Room,” I only knew a couple of things about it. Firstly, it’s a high-concept survival thriller that traps a group of strangers in deadly, puzzle-filled rooms. Secondly, I knew it had been successful enough at the box office to spawn a sequel, “Tournament of Champions,” which ultimately underperformed.
Even with that in mind, I was pleasantly surprised by how gripping and entertaining the first movie remains. So when I spotted it in Netflix’s lineup for September 2025, I felt compelled to write about it.
