“Return to Silent Hill” has defied scathing reviews to carve out a significant presence at the box office, and now it’s captivating audiences on Hulu. Despite being labeled by some critics as the worst movie of 2026, the film has found a second wind on the streaming platform. According to FlixPatrol, it dominated Hulu’s streaming movie chart in the U.S., securing the top spot from June 14 to June 17. The film has also climbed into the top 10 in various other countries.
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This impressive streaming performance mirrors its success in theaters, where it grossed $47.8 million worldwide against a $23 million budget. Studio executives have praised the film’s efficient release strategy, pointing to the enduring appeal of the Silent Hill franchise. While the movie sparked considerable controversy and mixed reactions, many fans found satisfaction in its chilling narrative.
On Rotten Tomatoes, “Return to Silent Hill” garnered a number of positive reviews from audiences who took to the comments section to share their thoughts.
Viewers particularly appreciated the effort behind the film’s production. “Tough movie to make, just happy they made it,” commented a user named Jordan. Another reviewer, Tony R., lauded the movie for honoring the game series and effectively exploring the themes of “Silent Hill 2.” He commended the film’s atmosphere and pacing, suggesting it serves as a solid introduction for newcomers. Fans consistently noted the film’s successful adaptation of the game into a live-action format.
Some fans definitely loved Return to Silent Hill
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However, some praise was tempered with caveats. “Better than the last two films, still not as good as the games,” observed a user named Will H. Regardless of whether audiences see “Return to Silent Hill” as a faithful video game adaptation or a standalone horror success, its streaming triumph speaks volumes about its impact.
Most of those viewers noted the hard work that went into making the film. “Tough movie to make just happy they made it,” a commenter named Jordan said. Another reviewer named Tony R. wrote, “They did an amazing job paying homage to the game series and explored each of the themes in Silent Hill 2.” He also praised the film’s mood and pacing, and declared the movie was a solid jumping-off point for newbies. Plenty of fans weighing in noted how good a job the film did translating the game into a live-action film.
Still, some of that praise came with qualifications. “Better than last two films still not as good as the games,” remarked a user named Will H. Whether one thinks “Return to Silent Hill” is just a good video game translation or a good horror film at large, it’s definitely hard to argue with its streaming success.