If you've been meaning to rewatch Megan Fox's iconic horror-comedy Jennifer's Body, now's the time. The 2009 cult favorite is set to leave Netflix in September 2026, giving fans a limited window to stream the film that has become a defining piece of 2000s pop culture.
Directed by Karyn Kusama and written by Diablo Cody—fresh off her Oscar win for Juno—the movie follows a high school student (Fox) who becomes a literal man-eater after a demonic encounter. Amanda Seyfried stars as her best friend, who must stop the carnage. The film was initially met with mixed reviews and modest box office returns, but it has since earned a devoted following as a feminist horror fable.
At the time of release, Jennifer's Body was part of a wave of teen fantasy films inspired by the Twilight phenomenon. Studios rushed to produce vampire and supernatural stories, but Cody's script stood out for its sharp, subversive take on the genre. The late critic Roger Ebert was one of the few to champion it early, famously calling it "Twilight for boys" and noting he'd rather watch it again than the original vampire romance.
Despite its initial lukewarm reception, the film has aged well. It now holds a 47% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, but its reputation has grown among horror fans who appreciate its blend of humor, horror, and social commentary. The movie has been featured on the "Rotten Tomatoes Is Wrong About" series, and many consider it a hidden gem of the genre.
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So mark your calendars: Jennifer's Body will be available on Netflix until September 2026. Don't miss your chance to experience this cult classic before it vanishes from the streaming library. For more updates on what's leaving and arriving on your favorite platforms, stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot.
