One of the Best Horror Remakes Ever is Now Streaming Free

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Remakes of horror movies are often inconsistent in quality, but one released in the 2000s, now available on Tubi, stands out as a truly great example. Tubi started February by adding a bunch of new movies and shows, including titles like Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and The Mortal Instruments. Among these additions is a well-regarded remake of a classic horror film from the 1970s that’s definitely worth checking out.

Wes Craven’s The Hills Have Eyes remains a beloved horror film due to its raw, low-budget style and genuinely disturbing atmosphere. So, it was unexpected when Alexandre Aja decided to remake it in 2006. That remake, now considered one of the greatest horror remakes ever made, became available to stream on Tubi on February 1st. The story, much like the original, centers around a family whose camping trip goes horribly wrong when they become stranded in the Nevada desert and are hunted by a brutal, cannibalistic family.

The Hills Have Eyes Is a Rare Example of a Horror Remake Done Right

The 2006 remake of The Hills Have Eyes isn’t just a good remake—it’s one of the few horror remakes that’s actually better than the original. Director Alexandre Aja successfully updated the 1977 classic for modern audiences, making it bigger in scope while keeping the same raw, unsettling feel. The result is a slick, intense, and surprisingly emotional horror film that remains effective today and even led to a sequel in 2007, The Hills Have Eyes 2.

Let me tell you, Aja’s 2006 remake of The Hills Have Eyes isn’t just a rehash – it’s a seriously intense and deeply unsettling horror experience. What really struck me was how much more developed the characters were; I genuinely cared about their struggle to survive, making the climax incredibly powerful. The backstory of the mutants is brilliant – they’re not just monsters, but victims of past mistakes, which really hit home and tapped into the anxieties of the time. Aja doesn’t let up for a second; it’s a relentlessly paced, shocking, and often gory ride. While it didn’t initially receive rave reviews – it scored around 51% with critics and 58% with audiences, compared to Craven’s original’s 69% and 54% – it’s since become a benchmark for horror remakes. Honestly, you can’t go wrong checking this one out; it’s a truly effective and disturbing film.

Other Horror Movies Now on Tubi

Horror fans have more to watch on Tubi! Starting February 1st, the platform added a collection of scary movies, including The Hills Have Eyes. You can also stream favorites like the ’90s thriller Anaconda, the 2023 film Dark Harvest, and the classic body horror film The Fly by David Cronenberg. Rounding out the new additions are Escape Room, Insidious: The Last Key, and When a Stranger Calls.

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2026-02-01 21:41