Blumhouse’s 2024 psychological thriller Speak No Evil has surged back into international streaming prominence, climbing to the fifth spot worldwide on HBO Max. The resurgence coincides with the Halloween season and arrives just ahead of director James Watkins’ highly anticipated DC Universe film, Clayface.
Data published by ScreenRant on October 19, 2026, highlighted the horror remake’s strong performance across global streaming platforms. While international audiences are catching the film on HBO Max, viewers in the United States can currently stream the movie on Starz.
Global Streaming Success and Regional Rankings
According to streaming analytics cited by ScreenRant, Speak No Evil achieved the No. 1 ranking on HBO Max charts across nine European countries:
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Montenegro
- Poland
- Serbia
- Slovenia
- Slovakia
The film’s climb up the charts highlights a growing seasonal appetite for tension-filled thrillers as audiences lean into October horror viewing traditions.
What Is Speak No Evil About?
Released in theaters in 2024, Speak No Evil is a Hollywood reimagining of the acclaimed 2022 Danish psychological thriller of the same name. The narrative centers on an American family that accepts an invitation to spend a weekend at a remote country farmhouse with a charming British family.
What begins as a polite holiday quickly descends into a nightmare. The British family’s father figure, played with unsettling intensity by James McAvoy, conceals a deeply disturbing secret centered around his young, selectively mute son, Ant, portrayed by Dan Hough. As boundaries are repeatedly crossed and social etiquette prevents the guests from fleeing early, the psychological terror intensifies.
Timing Aligns With James Watkins’ Next Major Project
The renewed interest in Speak No Evil serves as a timely spotlight for director James Watkins. As the psychological thriller dominates home viewing charts, Watkins is preparing for his next major venture: the DC Universe feature film Clayface, slated to hit theaters on October 23, 2026.
With Clayface bringing Watkins into the realm of major comic book blockbusters, streaming audiences are revisiting his recent mastery of suspense and dread, cementing Speak No Evil as a modern horror staple.
