Netflix's Bad Influence (2025): Wattpad Romance Meets Spanish Thriller, But Does It Deliver?
If you’re into steamy teen thrillers with a dash of forbidden romance and a whole lot of drama, Bad Influence (original title: Mala Influencia) just dropped on Netflix—and it’s already making waves. Adapted from a viral Wattpad novel by anonymous author teensspirit (aka B A B E), this Spanish-language flick is all about ballerina Reese Russell and her brooding bodyguard, Eros Douglas. Yep, you guessed it—he’s an ex-con with a mysterious past, and she’s the rich girl who’s not supposed to fall for him. But when danger strikes, sparks fly.
Directed by Chloé Wallace, the film stars Alberto Olmo as the tattooed bad boy Eros, Eléa Rochera as the emotionally torn Reese, and Money Heist’s Enrique Arce as her overprotective dad. Toss in a creepy stalker, a jealous ex-boyfriend, and some slick choreography, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for teenage chaos.
Critics? They’re not loving it. Reviews have called it “a strange misfire” and “style over substance,” with many pointing out its cliché plotlines and surface-level social commentary. On Rotten Tomatoes, it's struggling to impress. But let’s be real—if you’re here for moody stares, slow-burn romance, and some dark twists, this might be your next guilty pleasure.
Bad Influence is now streaming on Netflix in both Spanish and English. So—is it cringe or a must-watch? Hit play and judge for yourself.
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