Pakistan, March 21 -- Gerard Butler returns as lawman Nick O'Brien in "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera," now streaming on Netflix. This action sequel follows O'Brien as he tracks down criminal mastermind Donnie Wilson, played by O'Shea Jackson Jr. Set against the stunning backdrop of Nice, France, the film centers on a high-stakes diamond heist.

Critics have given the film mixed reviews. It holds a 63% score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, audience reactions are much more favorable, with a 79% rating on the Popcornmeter. Charles Bramesco from The Guardian awarded it four stars, calling it a "brash yet hugely entertaining" thriller. Brian Tallerico from RogerEbert.com described it as a detailed heist procedural, highlighting the charm of its lead ...