Before he was Soldier Boy in The Boys, Jensen Ackles took a stab at the slasher genre in a 2009 remake that's now available to stream for free on Tubi. If you've only seen him as Dean Winchester from Supernatural, this movie offers a different kind of fright.
My Bloody Valentine 3D puts Ackles in the role of Tom Hanniger, a character originally played by Paul Kelman in the 1981 Canadian horror film. Directed by Patrick Lussier and written by Todd Farmer and Zane Smith, this version was shot in 3D, adding a modern twist to the classic tale of a miner's ghost seeking revenge on Valentine's Day.
The plot follows Tom as he returns to his hometown on the tenth anniversary of a Valentine's night massacre that killed 22 people. Instead of a warm welcome, he becomes the prime suspect in a new wave of murders, and only his old flame believes he's innocent. The cast includes Jaime King, Kerr Smith, and Edi Gathegi, who you might recognize from Superman and Twilight.
While the film didn't win over critics—it holds a 45% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes—it remains a notable entry in Ackles' filmography. It allowed him to shed the charm of Dean Winchester and embrace a darker, more menacing character. For fans of horror, it's a fun, bloody ride that's perfect for spooky season.
Ackles has dabbled in other horror-adjacent projects, like Devour (2005), a psychological thriller that premiered the same year Supernatural began. But My Bloody Valentine 3D stands out as his most direct foray into the slasher subgenre. If you're looking for more unsettling horror, you might also check out this underrated folk horror gem or Daniel Radcliffe's gothic chiller.
Of course, for many fans, Dean Winchester remains Ackles' most beloved role. He spent 15 seasons on Supernatural, alongside Jared Padalecki as his brother Sam, hunting monsters and saving people. That show's legacy is so strong that even a movie like My Bloody Valentine 3D feels like a fun detour rather than a defining moment. Still, it's worth a watch to see Ackles in a different light.
So, if you're in the mood for a classic slasher with a modern twist, head over to Tubi and stream My Bloody Valentine 3D for free. It's a perfect way to kick off the Halloween season.
