Where to Watch ‘Leviticus’ and Why This Queer Horror Film Is a Must-See

One of the most talked-about horror films of the year has finally arrived, and audiences are eager to know where to watch it. ‘Leviticus’ is a 2026 Australian coming-of-age romantic supernatural horror film written and directed by Adrian Chiarella. It follows two teenagers tormented by a violent supernatural entity, summoned by their religious community, which takes the form of the person they desire most. The film is already generating significant critical buzz.

Having premiered in the Midnight section of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival on January 23, ‘Leviticus’ features a talented cast including Joe Bird, Stacy Clausen, Jeremy Blewitt, and Mia Wasikowska, who also serves as an executive producer. With such a strong debut, it was only a matter of time before the public began searching for ways to watch it.

Currently, ‘Leviticus’ is only available in theaters. Tickets can be purchased through Fandango, Atom Tickets, Cinemark, Cinepolis Cinemas, Harkins Theatres, and Marcus Theatres across the United States. This wide theatrical release makes it accessible for horror fans nationwide.

Distributed in the U.S. by Neon, ‘Leviticus’ was produced by Causeway Films and Salmira Productions. Neon has established a reputation for supporting bold, unconventional cinema, and ‘Leviticus’ fits perfectly within that framework.

The U.S. theatrical release date was Friday, June 19, 2026, and the film is rated R for some sexual content, language, bloody violent content, and teen drug use. Critics have been enthusiastic about the communal experience this film offers, making it a must-see in theaters.

MoMA hosted a New York premiere screening followed by a conversation with Adrian Chiarella, Joe Bird, and Stacy Clausen, highlighting the film’s prestige and significance beyond just being a genre piece.

For those wondering when ‘Leviticus’ will be available for streaming, patience is key. While Neon has not officially announced a streaming release date, the studio typically allows its theatrical releases a longer exclusive window, especially for prestigious titles and awards contenders.

If ‘Leviticus’ follows the pattern of previous Neon releases, it may become available for streaming approximately four to five months after its theatrical debut, suggesting a likely streaming window around October or November 2026. This wait may be longer than some major studio titles, but it aligns with Neon’s distribution strategy.

Once the theatrical run concludes, the film is expected to be available for rent or purchase on video-on-demand platforms, with a VOD release anticipated around August 2026. Apple TV and Prime Video are likely candidates for this digital purchase window.

As of June 26, 2026, a review of 359 streaming services confirmed that there is currently no streaming option for ‘Leviticus’ online. For now, theaters remain the sole destination.

After the theatrical and VOD windows close, the next question is where ‘Leviticus’ will land for subscription streaming. Neon does not have its own dedicated streaming service, so its films typically arrive on third-party platforms following their theatrical and premium video-on-demand windows.

Hulu has become the primary subscription streaming destination for many Neon releases due to a multi-year output deal that grants Hulu exclusive streaming rights for the studio’s films.

This ongoing partnership makes Hulu the most likely destination for ‘Leviticus’ in the United States after its theatrical and VOD periods end. Horror enthusiasts with an active Hulu subscription should keep an eye on the platform in the latter months of the year.

For international audiences, the streaming situation is less clear. Details regarding where ‘Leviticus’ will be available for streaming outside the U.S. vary by region and have not yet been formally announced. Maslow Entertainment managed the Australian theatrical release, so a separate streaming arrangement for that market is likely in the works.

The film’s buzz extends beyond its premise. It holds an audience rating of 8.1 out of 10 and was produced on a budget of approximately $3.5 million, showcasing remarkable audience enthusiasm for a micro-budget horror film.

On Rotten Tomatoes, 93 percent of 122 critics’ reviews are positive, with the consensus noting that the film merges an emotionally engaging queer relationship with its clever monster concept, executing its intriguing premise with eerie finesse. Metacritic awarded the film a score of 83 out of 100 based on 25 critics, indicating universal acclaim.

Critics from Rolling Stone, TIME Magazine, RogerEbert.com, and the Boston Globe have praised the film, with one reviewer noting that ‘Leviticus’ finds its way to a natural, graceful, if not necessarily definitive ending, while another called it supremely suspenseful, smartly crafted, and ultimately rebellious.

Chiarella drew on personal experiences to create what he describes as a queer social horror inspired by Asian cinema and modern genre classics, with the title referencing the book of the Bible often cited by religious conservatives as evidence against homosexuality. This thematic depth is why critics are calling it one of the year’s most essential films.

Whether you choose to see ‘Leviticus’ in theaters this week or set a reminder for its eventual Hulu debut, this film is sure to spark meaningful conversations about the urgency and necessity of queer horror, and whether ‘Leviticus’ signifies a turning point for the subgenre.