The horror film Hokum, starring Adam Scott, has taken the top spot on Hulu's most-watched movie list, according to a report from Collider. The film's surge in popularity comes after its recent debut on the streaming platform, outperforming established titles like Hocus Pocus 2 and Coraline.
Hokum premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival in March and received a theatrical release via Neon in May. It proved to be a box office success, grossing a solid $25 million worldwide against a modest reported budget of $5 million. Its critical reception has been equally strong, boasting a "Certified Fresh" 90% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The aggregator website's consensus praises the film as "A classic haunted house story enriched with atmospheric folklore and perfectly-timed shocks, Hokum further solidifies writer-director Damian McCarthy as a modern master of horror."
Scott, who has garnered widespread acclaim for his dramatic turn in Severance, leads Hokum as a writer who travels to the remote Irish countryside. He checks into an old, creaky hotel rumored to be haunted by supernatural entities, setting the stage for a chilling experience that has resonated deeply with audiences. The film's premise, with its isolated setting and psychological dread, has drawn parallels to Stephen King's iconic story, The Shining, a comparison that has only fueled interest among horror aficionados.
This isn't Scott's only recent streaming success. He also starred in the psychological thriller The Whisper Man, which garnered approximately 80 million views on Netflix. While The Whisper Man received mixed reviews, Hokum's critical acclaim highlights Scott's ability to choose impactful projects across various genres.
Fans looking to catch Adam Scott's latest horror hit can stream Hokum on Hulu. Meanwhile, The Whisper Man, which also features Robert De Niro and Michelle Monaghan, is available on Netflix. Scott's next project, the dark comedy-thriller The Saviors, is slated for release in March 2027.