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Horror film Oddity streams on multiple platforms after director's new release

The 2024 horror movie Oddity is available to stream on Hoopla, Kanopy, Hulu, and Shudder. The film shares themes and production style with the director's newer theatrical release Hokum.

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The horror film Oddity is now streaming on Hoopla, Kanopy, Hulu, and Shudder. The movie was directed by the same person who made the recent theatrical release Hokum. Oddity is set in the Irish countryside and centers on a blind psychic seeking answers about her twin sister's death.

The story involves a large wooden figure placed inside a home as part of the central conflict. The production used a limited budget, with some reports placing the cost near $750,000. A significant portion of the funds went toward the design and construction of the wooden figure featured throughout the film.

Production and style The film runs 98 minutes and maintains a dark visual tone.

It includes several jump scares that occur after extended periods of quiet tension. The story also features supernatural elements such as repeated appearances by a ghost and scenes set in locations with no cell phone reception.

can watch Oddity without prior knowledge of the plot on the listed streaming services. The film remains available for rental or subscription on each platform.

Key Facts

Streaming platforms
Hoopla, Kanopy, Hulu, and Shudder
Runtime
98 minutes
Reported budget range
As low as $750,000 according to some reports

Story Timeline

2 events
  1. May 17, 2026

    The Verge published a review of the film Oddity and noted its streaming availability.

    1 sourceThe Verge
  2. Recent

    Hokum, directed by the same filmmaker, opened in theaters and exceeded box office projections.

    1 sourceThe Verge

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Viewers gain access to the film on four major streaming services without a theatrical run.

  2. 02

    The wooden figure remains a central visual element throughout most of the 98-minute film.

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PublishedMay 18, 2026, 9:36 AM
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