Sam Raimi's horror thriller Send Help has taken the streaming world by storm, securing top positions on both Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ charts shortly after its release. The film, which premiered on January 30, 2026, marks Raimi's return to original horror, his first since Drag Me to Hell, and his first R-rated horror since The Gift.

Plot and Cast

Send Help follows Linda (played by Rachel McAdams) and Bradley (Dylan O’Brien), two survivors stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash. Their workplace rivalry escalates into a fight for survival as they battle the elements and each other. The cast also includes Edyll Ismail, Dennis Haysbert, Xavier Samuel, and Chris Pang.

Streaming Success

According to FlixPatrol, the movie dominated Hulu’s charts, securing the number one spot on both the overall and movie categories on May 10, 2026. It outperformed The Devil Wears Prada, which ranked second in both categories. The film maintained its top position for three consecutive days.

On Disney+, Send Help also made a strong showing, with titles like Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord leading the overall rankings and The Devil Wears Prada holding the second spot. Spider-Man: No Way Home was another top-streamed movie on the platform.

Critical Reception

Collider described Send Help as a survival thriller with intense, gross-out scenes. Audiences praised the film’s practical effects and gripping survival themes. The screenplay was written by Damian Shannon and Mark Swift, and the movie has a runtime of 113 minutes.