Netflix is just about to add a fan-favorite slasher film that delighted and terrified audiences earlier this year
An underrated horror film that was released on the big screen earlier this year is about to hit Netflix in the United States.
This refreshing take on slasher films from director Josh Ruben is just as much a romantic-comedy as it is a cold-blooded thriller and has already kept countless movie buffs on their toes.
Now, gorehounds have another chance to experience the tender terror as Valentine’s Day-themed horror blockbuster Heart Eyes is coming to Netflix US this Thursday (May 8).
Olivia Holt (Totally Killer) and Mason Gooding (Scream) star as two platonic co-workers who are mistaken for a couple by the deranged ‘Heart Eyes Killer’ while pulling an overtime shift.
They’re forced to spend the most romantic night of the year on the run from a sinister foe who wants them dead, but could sparks start flying under the most unlikely of circumstances?
Horror fans agree this underrated genre-mashup is well worth a watch, with one Google review raving: “Heart Eyes is a romantic comedy (ROM-COM) slasher film that does an amazing job with what it does.
“It delivers many laughs, awesome kills, memorable moments, and thrills that you keep you engaged from start to finish!”
Another cinephile insisted: “Ignore the reviews, this movie is my cup of tea, simply because it’s got the right amount of kills, it’s meant to be a rom-com and didn’t lie about being a full-time horror.”
Highlighting the film’s striking new villain, the review went on: “They created a character, which with work and a movie franchise, could create a potential horror figure within the movie world of horror.
“I know how the movie ended may not seem like it could, but the character itself was a very good idea. I think it could be evolved and repeated like other characters such as Michael Myers, Fred Krueger, Ghostface and the rest.”
Someone else added: “Heart Eyes is an electrifying addition to the modern slasher renaissance, delivering exactly what fans crave: brutal kills, intense chase sequences, and a cast of characters that actually make you care.
“Following in the footsteps of Thanksgiving, this holiday-themed horror flick cements itself as a must-watch for genre lovers.”
The praise continued on Letterboxd, with one user gushing: “Oh my f****** god this movie was so good I lived for it. I don’t remember the last time I’ve had this much fun watching a movie.
“The comedy in this movie was very funny I laughed a lot, the acting was amazing, and the kills were so creative and well done and were very bloody. The story was very entertaining and I would honestly love to see it made into a franchise I wouldn’t be mad about it.”
And a final fan wrote: “Heart Eyes is a remarkable cinematic experience that masterfully merges the conventions of a romantic comedy with the elements of a slasher genre. The film captivated me from the outset, and I wholeheartedly endorse its release in 2025. Oliva Holt is a mutha f***** SCREAM QUEEN!!! This film is deserving of unequivocal praise.”
Will you be braving Heart Eyes this week?
Heart Eyes is available to stream on Netflix from Thursday, May 8.
