Cleanskin: Sean Bean’s Underrated Spy Thriller | Leeds News

Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 11, 2026 · 1m

Sean Bean’s gritty British spy thriller Cleanskin is exploding on Netflix UK, racking up top streaming charts and newfound fan love. Originally released in 2012, the film follows a secret service agent hunting a homegrown terrorist cell — a mission that’s now being hailed as Britain’s answer to Jason Bourne. With standout performances from Charlotte Rampling and Tom Burke, it’s a raw, realistic take on espionage that’s winning over audiences despite mixed early reviews. Critics gave it a 53% on Rotten Tomatoes, but viewers are loving it — 65% approval and a 6.2 IMDb rating. Fans are even…