September is about to bid farewell to a bunch of movies on Hulu, but don’t worry – most of them are the kind you might not miss anyway. This month’s departing titles are largely filled with low-budget horror films, which, in all honesty, might actually make Hulu a slightly better place without them. However, there are a couple of hidden gems that deserve your attention, and we’ve made sure to highlight them at the top of our list.
To complete our top five, we’ve even dipped into early October to snag some extra must-see titles. So, get ready to enjoy these captivating films before they disappear from your streaming queue.
1. Honeymoon (2014)
Prepare for a chilling post-wedding nightmare with *Honeymoon*, starring *Game of Thrones’* Rose Leslie and Harry Treadaway. Newlyweds Bea and Paul embark on a romantic getaway in the forest, but their honeymoon takes a dark turn when Bea undergoes a mysterious transformation. Memories fade, personalities shift, and Paul finds himself battling to save his wife and himself from an unknown force. *Honeymoon* is a chilling reminder that even paradise can harbor sinister secrets.
2. All My Puny Sorrows (2021)
*All My Puny Sorrows* is a deeply moving drama that explores the complexities of family, grief, and the struggle with mental health. The film follows Elfrieda (Sarah Gadon), who is consumed by suicidal thoughts after the death of her father. Her sister, Yolandi (Alison Pill), abandons everything to be by her side, but Elfrieda’s resolve seems unshakable. The film masterfully portrays the emotional turmoil of dealing with a loved one’s suicidal ideation and the desperate attempts to connect and offer hope.
3. The Boogeyman (2023)
Stephen King’s terrifying tale of the Boogeyman gets a thrilling expansion in this 2023 adaptation. Following the death of his wife, therapist Will Harper (Chris Messina) struggles to cope with grief alongside his two daughters, Sadie and Sawyer. Things take a sinister turn when Will’s latest patient, Lester Billings, reveals a chilling family secret – an evil entity that haunts their every step. As the Harper family experiences terrifying encounters with the Boogeyman, their sanctuary is turned into a battleground for survival.
4. See For Me (2021)
This low-budget thriller, *See For Me*, delivers a gripping story with a unique twist. Visually-impaired skier Sophie Scott, whose dream of Olympic glory is cut short by a sudden loss of sight, takes a job as a house sitter for a wealthy woman. But when thieves break in, Sophie is left alone, relying solely on an app that connects her to Kelly, a young woman who acts as her eyes. The film explores themes of resilience, overcoming adversity, and the power of human connection, even in the most desperate situations.
5. Standing Up, Falling Down (2019)
Ben Schwartz’s Scott, a struggling comedian, finds himself facing a mid-life crisis a bit early in this heartwarming comedy. After years of failure on the West Coast, Scott returns to his hometown, Long Island, to rebuild his life and confront past regrets, including the loss of his ex-girlfriend, Becky. His path takes an unexpected turn when he meets Marty, a funny dermatologist, and a unique friendship blossoms. *Standing Up, Falling Down* celebrates the healing power of laughter and the importance of embracing life’s unexpected twists and turns.
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