Black Rabbit fans are loving Jude Law in the new crime thriller but the popular opinion says "Jason Bateman carries" the show

Jason Bateman as Vince in Black Rabbit (Image Via Tudum By Netflix)
Jason Bateman as Vince in Black Rabbit (Image Via Tudum By Netflix)

Netflix's latest crime thriller, Black Rabbit, starring Jason Bateman and Jude Law, dropped on September 18, 2025.

Since its release, it has garnered a steady buzz among the viewers. It has become the second most-watched show on Netflix's global streaming chart within two days of its release.

Created by the duo Kate Susman and Zach Baylin, this limited series delves into the life of two brothers, Jake Friedkein (Jude Law) and Vince (Jason Bateman). Jake is the owner of New York's popular restaurant Black Rabbit; however, trouble brews when his brother Vance reappears and drags both Jake and his business into danger involving loan sharks and the underworld.

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Black Rabbit fans think Jason Bateman is the driving force of the show

Even though fans have appreciated both Jude Law and Jason Bateman for their roles in Black Rabbit, many felt that it was Bateman who was the driving force of the show. A recent Reddit post saw fans discussing how Black Rabbit was not up to the mark; several Redditors disagreed with the stance and, in turn, appreciated Bateman's performance.

Taking to Reddit, u/Mgb2020 wrote,

"Thought I wouldn't like it, then binged 7 episodes last night Jude Law is great, but Jason Bateman carries it. I was hooked, so hard disagree there.
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Speaking about Bateman's performance, another comment read,

"Bateman is flawless" commented u/lookingforaniceplace
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Meanwhile, u/sabes0129 wrote,

"I loved it personally. I thought it was a fun, wild ride and the performances were all great. Jason Bateman especially made me love his character despite being so flawed and causing all the conflict due to his poor choices."
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Jason Bateman's performance in Black Rabbit is magnetic. His character Vince is anything but likable. He's messy and unpredictable, and he eventually became the driving force of the show. Even though his moral compass is as crooked as his gambling debts. He mixes subtle humor with tension, making Vince compelling even during tense sequences.

While Jude Law's Jake balances ambition, Vince brings in unpredictability. His presence keeps the series alive, pulling viewers into Vince's world and every risky step he takes.

In short, Jason Bateman is the heartbeat of the show. And for those who have not watched it yet, the ending comes with a twist that none expected. Vince's character arc is defined by his desperate attempts to fix his life through schemes that land him in more trouble.

Even though he's a flawed character, his arc is one of the most memorable ones from the series: from a chaos magnet to someone consumed by guilt and seeking closure.


Beyond Black Rabbit's Vince: Jason Bateman's career and notable projects explored

An Emmy-winning director and actor, Jason Bateman is well known for his roles in Arrested Development and Ozark. Born on January 14, 1969, he began his career as a child actor working in popular projects, including Little House on the Prairie and Teen Wolf Too.

Some of his notable projects include Zootropolis, Bad Words, Juno, Air, and Once Upon a Studio. He is also set to appear in DTF St. Louis and Clue. Bateman married Amanda Anka in 2001, and they have two children.

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Edited by Nimisha