Up until last night, the vast majority of movie fans have remained completely in the dark as to what Jordan Peele's upcoming "Nope" is actually about (we do know what it's not about, at least!) and whether it could possibly measure up to the high expectations that the acclaimed director has established for himself only two movies into his filmmaking career.

Upon release, "Get Out" was hailed as an instant classic and as confident a debut as we've ever seen before. 2019's "Us" took a darker tone and a more disturbing approach, leading to (relatively) more divisive reactions for his undeniably ambitious follow-up. Would "Nope" come out of the gate swinging and solidify this three-movie stretch as one of the most impressive runs of any filmmaker's oeuvre?

Now that early reactions are finally trickling in, the dam is beginning to burst and social media is rapidly filling up with hot takes on Peele's latest. Does "Nope" live up to the hype? Read on to find out!

From our very first glimpse of "Nope," the film has come with an "event movie" air attached to itself, featuring some shrewd marketing that has held back even while seeming to give away the whole game. But if there's one thing we should know about Jordan Peele movies at this point, it's to expect the unexpected. Thanks to a welcome bit of familiarity (through leading man Daniel Kaluuya) along with a brand-new genre for the director to tackle (sci-fi), "Nope" has had a lot going for it ... but what do the critics think? The early consensus seems clear: Peele has done it again.

Shannon McGrew of Nightmarish Conjuring reports that "Nope" is "otherworldly yet indescribable," boasting the horror we've come to expect from Peele mixed with moments of heartfelt emotion.

#NopeMovie is otherworldly yet indescribable. From instances of sheer terror to heartfelt moments btwn the characters, #Nope is an experience that won't be easy to shake off as you find yourself picking your jaw up from the floor. Jordan Peele has done it again! @nopemovie pic.twitter.com/bUr1ad5TAx

— Shannon McGrew 🎃🍭 @ Screaming Into the Void (@shannon_mcgrew) July 19, 2022

Erik Davis of Fandango goes even further, crowning it as "one of the best films" of the year and "unlike any UFO movie you've ever seen."

Jordan Peele’s #Nope is one of the best films I’ve watched this year! It’s frightening & ferocious, but also very funny & unlike any UFO movie you’ve ever seen. It is a wholly unique & VERY entertaining horror epic full of wild surprises & an unforgettable Keke Palmer performance pic.twitter.com/iua9HPt0RG

Collider's Steven Weintraub steers clear of even any hints of spoilers, instead drawing attention to cinematographer Hoyte Van Hoytema's use of IMAX cameras and confirming that "Nope" needs to be seen on the biggest screen possible.

Not going to spoil any aspect of @JordanPeele's #NopeMovie except to say *big* thumbs up.

And cinematographer Hoyte Van Hoytema shot the movie using @IMAX cameras so if you're going to see #Nope see it in IMAX. Hoytema previously shot 'Tenet,' 'Dunkirk,' and 'Interstellar.' pic.twitter.com/92z9udtRMT

Many of the other glowing reactions heap praise on Peele's latest effort, with praise ranging from Keke Palmer and Daniel Kaluuya's performances to comparisons to classics such as "Jaws," "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," and "The Exorcist."

With #Nope, Jordan Peele continues his brilliant run crafting detailed, layered, and fascinating horror films, and it's a blast. It's a summer spectacle about spectacle, and while there are many flavors mixed in, it's particularly an excellent tribute to Jaws. Peele is 3-for-3. pic.twitter.com/aFKg2uTZ5v

#NOPE Review: VIOLENT. EXPLOSIVE! Wow.. A SHOCKING EPIC that surpasses iconic films like The Exorcist! Jordan Peele does it again. This isn’t just another horror film, it’s one of the BEST films ever! Great action too. A fitting end, while also setting up what’s next. #NopeMovie pic.twitter.com/ujGvT3rTou

— watching as intended (@theatomchode) July 19, 2022

I LOVE this amazing cast! It’s Jordan Peele’s biggest spectacle yet. Keke Palmer & Daniel Kaluuya are pitch perfect as a sibling duo, Yeun glows on screen & Perea is a DELIGHT! #NOPE pic.twitter.com/W2WPKnLnQB

Really liked NOPE. Like a cross between JAWS and CLOSE ENCOUNTERS. Jordan has created a vert unique sci-fi horror epic. Love the Western vibes in the final 20 minutes. See it in @imax. Awesome use of the format.#NopeNight #NopeMovie #Nope pic.twitter.com/v4WBNxWXag

Y’all, #Nope is a lot to process! I keep wanting it to be in the same realm as #US but NOPE, it’s not! So let me answer a few pressing questions while y’all wait for my thoughts. Do you HAVE to see the #NopeMovie? YUP! Will you GET the @nopemovie? NOPE! 🤷🏽‍♀️🤣 But get ready anyway! pic.twitter.com/61ZmOzoo0A

— Third Sister’s Stan Account (@shayewyllie) July 19, 2022

Jordan Peele’s Nope is his most confident, unfettered, and potentially most divisive vision yet. Swapping the exclamation marks of horror for the question marks of sci-fi, this is less about scares. With hints of Close Encounters, Jaws, and more, #NopeMovie is a real puzzlebox. pic.twitter.com/Ny3EVaLTqW

@nopemovie is making a strong case for my favorite movie of the year. It’s what Jordan said it was: a Spectacle! #NopeMovie #nope pic.twitter.com/MhSGLZ3GBH

— Ju Ju! (@Straw_Hat_Goofy) July 19, 2022

Jordan Peele’s #Nope is probably his most gruesome film to date…, It’s a mix of sci-fi and horror with a sprinkle of comedy…. Of course you got a lot of symbolism and the cinematography is just beautiful … you’ll fasho need to watch it twice to get everything

That's not to say that everyone is in full agreement, however. A couple of lackluster reactions paint the film as an "ambitious yet poorly executed swing taken" with a "contrived and confounding script."

Peele’s #NopeMovie is the weakest installment of his filmography. #Nope starts out as an intriguing & chilling adventure but quickly becomes a narratively dense mess. I appreciate the ambitious yet poorly executed swing taken but this ultimately left me disappointed & frustrated. pic.twitter.com/Fdt8V9I2FL

Peele crafts a series of immersive scenes, and the talented cast gives a 100%. But the contrived and confounding script sinks a promising original film with shades of Jaws and Signs. My biggest question, among many: Will the audience feel challenged or trolled?#NopeMovie #Nope pic.twitter.com/fdh1QfYUVj

The rest of us will get to find out where "Nope" ranks among Peele's previous movies when it arrives in theaters on July 22, 2022.