“Cobweb,” the 2023 horror flick featuring “The Boys'” Antony Starr alongside Lizzy Caplan, and helmed by Samuel Bodin. Most Netflix viewers likely didn’t realize this film, centered on a tormented young boy, was even available, considering its limited rollout in the U.S. (the tepid ratings from critics, reflected in the movie’s 59% Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score, certainly didn’t aid its visibility). However, here we find ourselves two years later with “Cobweb” unexpectedly climbing into Netflix’s U.S. Top 10 — showcasing that kind of revitalization the streaming powerhouse frequently offers to neglected or underestimated films, contributing to the chart’s… intrigue. To put it mildly.
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The horror genre has consistently attracted a dedicated audience, but in recent times, it seems to have experienced a revival — aided by high-profile theatrical releases and the convenience
