Adam Scott's Criminally Overlooked 2026 Thriller Is Finally on Streaming
What not to do on your trip to rural Ireland
2026 has been a banner year for horror movies, with several hits that failed to capture widespread attention. Among these overlooked gems is the Irish ghost story Hokum, which debuted in May and received critical acclaim but ultimately did not achieve blockbuster status. Starring Adam Scott and Damien McCarthy, Hokum follows the story of a struggling American novelist who visits a hotel in rural Ireland, the same location where his late parents spent their honeymoon.
As Scott delves deeper into the hotel's history, he becomes entangled in a mystery that blurs the lines between reality and hallucination. Hokum is a slow-burning, atmospheric thriller that relies on ominous silences and stillness to create a haunting atmosphere. While some critics have compared it to a haunted house movie, the film's multiple potential sources of haunting make it a more complex and nuanced experience.
The film's opening hours are particularly slow, almost reminiscent of a travelogue, but it eventually transitions into a gripping thriller. Scott carries the film through his powerful performance, making it one of the standout horror films of the year. Despite its critical acclaim, Hokum remains relatively unknown, and now that it's available on Hulu, it's a must-watch for fans of the horror genre ahead of Halloween.
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