Netflix viewers are divided over a new 'nightmarish' thriller that is based on a best selling novel.

Night Always Comes is now streaming on the platform from today (August 15). It is based on the book The Night Always Comes written by acclaimed and award winning author Willy Vlautin.

The original novel was described as a modern western, crime noir tale that is set over two days and nights.

The movie adaptation which is also available to see on the big screen in select cinemas across the UK, is directed by Benjamin Caron who also helmed episodes of Star Wars series Andor, The Crown and Sherlock.

Marvel Cinematic Universe and Mission Impossible franchise star Vanessa Kirby features in the lead role as Lynette, a woman who risks everything to secure the money needed for a house that represents a possible brighter future for her family.

On a dangerous odyssey through a single night, Lynette is forced to confront her dark past in an attempt to finally break free of old habits.

Kirby is supported in the cast by fellow Marvel actor Randall Park, also known for his work in comedy series Fresh Off the Boat. There are also turns from House of Cards' Michael Kelly and celebrated filmmaker Eli Roth makes a brief cameo too.

With the film only just released to the viewing public, reviews have just started to be published online. While it could change over time, it has not yet managed to achieve a rating on website Rotten Tomatoes worthy of the 'fresh' label.

In fact, Netflix viewers and fans are currently split over the film. However, many do agree that Kirby gives a stellar performance.

One critic claimed: "Vanessa Kirby commands the screen in a harrowing spiral of bad choices, delivering a performance as riveting as the story is nightmarish."

Another reviewer declared: "Night Always Comes is a gripping character-driven thriller that is also a powerful drama about how far one is willing to go for their family. Vanessa Kirby delivers a tour-de-force performance that is Oscar-worthy. It’s a must-watch."

Some were a little less convinced by the film's plot or success in keeping up the tension needed for a successful thriller. One write up stated: "Night Always Comes can get a little unrealistic with the peril we find her in, and sitting in that darkness for nearly two hours can get a little emotionally taxing, but even when it's too much to bear, you'll find a film that needs to be seen."

Others pointed out that the film struggles to balance itself between being a captivating crime thriller and including social commentary. As one person explains: "Night Always Comes is almost two movies in a way, opening as a study of desperation before turning into a crime picture, and the mix of moods doesn’t always work"

Meanwhile, someone less convinced penned: "Kirby renders Lynette so fearless and compelling that you’ve no choice but to defy your better judgment and ride along. Just expect to be doing a lot of eye-rolling accompanied by incredulous exclamations of 'c’mon!' Yes, Kirby has game, but (director) Caron has no shame. Neither does (screenwriter) Sarah Conradt, whose adaptation of Vlautin’s novel is nothing but episodic nonsense."

Night Always Comes is streaming on Netflix.