Denzel Washington’s Oscar-winning film ‘Training Day’ is on free-to-air TV – get ready for a jaw-dropping twist!
If you’re a fan of gripping thrillers and shocking plot twists, there’s great news for you! Oscar winner Denzel Washington‘s iconic film Training Day is set to air on free-to-air TV for the first time this week.
Powerful story that will shake you to your core!
Released in 2001, Training Day follows a new Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officer Jake Hoyt (Ethan Hawke) who is paired for training with experienced narcotics officer Alonzo Harris (Denzel Washington).
In this intense and tense 24-hour journey, viewers are introduced to the complexities of Los Angeles’ criminal gangs, police corruption and ethics. But the real deal comes when a shocking truth about Alonzo is revealed—a twist that will leave the audience stunned!
Avoiding spoilers, know why ‘Training Day’ is so special!
The highlight of this film is not just its strong story, but also Denzel Washington’s unforgettable performance, which won him an Oscar for Best Actor. The climax of the film will make you think and its twists will raise your heart rate.
Denzel Washington’s Career-Defining Performance in ‘Training Day’ – Watch This Sunday on Free-to-Air TV!
Denzel Washington delivers one of the most iconic performances of his career in ‘Training Day’, including his famous ‘King Kong’ monologue — one of the greatest ever written.
Stellar Star Cast & Powerful Performances!
The film stars Eva Mendes in her breakout role, while Scott Glenn (The Silence of the Lambs), Tom Berenger (Platoon), and Raymond Cruz (Breaking Bad) also make important appearances. In addition, hip-hop legends Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre also star in this powerful crime thriller.
When and where to watch?
The acclaimed film will air Sunday, 2 March at 10pm on BBC Two, following Forensics: The Real CSI. It can then be watched on BBC iPlayer.
Award-winning masterpiece!
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, Training Day won several major awards and nominations. Denzel Washington won the Oscar for Best Actor for the film, while Ethan Hawke was nominated for **Best Supporting Actor in 2002.
‘Training Day’ – Denzel Washington’s Powerful Performance
Denzel Washington celebrated his second Oscar win of his career with ‘Training Day’. Washington, who has been nominated nine times so far, gave such an impressive performance in this film that it received a great response from audiences and critics. The film received a 74% Tomatometer score from critics and a 89% Popcornmeter score from audiences.
GREAT APPRECIATION FROM CRITICS AND AUDIENCE!
One critic praised Denzel’s performance:
🗣️ “Washington is immediately, absolutely brilliant; without fail, he is unpredictable, reckless, masculine, funny, and frightening.”
Another critic wrote:
🗣️ “Training Day’s story may be somewhat basic, but it offers a fascinating look at its subject. The brilliant and compelling performances from its stars give the film the extra oomph it needs.”
If you haven’t seen this crime thriller yet, don’t miss it!
One fan excitedly commented, “This movie is full of twists and turns and is really unpredictable. The music is fantastic, although I would have liked it to have been used more, which would have made it even more catchy.”
If you are a fan of crime thrillers, don’t miss ‘Training Day’! The movie will air on Sunday, March 2 at 10pm on BBC Two and will also be available for streaming on BBC iPlayer soon.
