If you missed Nicolas Cage's latest dive into the weird and wild, now's your chance to catch it without spending a dime. The Carpenter's Son, a 94-minute biblical horror film that flew under the radar during its 2025 theatrical release, is now streaming for free on Tubi throughout July 2026. Yes, you read that right: Cage plays a stern, earthly father to a teenage messiah in a movie that blends faith, fear, and coming-of-age angst.
Directed by Lofty Nathan, the film follows The Carpenter (Cage) and The Mother (FKA Twigs) as they raise The Boy (Noah Jupe), a child they believe is the son of God. But this isn't your Sunday school version. The story leans into psychological horror, exploring the dark side of adolescence when you're literally the chosen one. The Boy discovers powers that set him apart, and a mysterious Stranger (Isla Johnston) tempts him toward sin. It's Man of Steel meets The Omen, with a slow-burn dread that won't appeal to everyone.
The film earned a 30% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics calling it peculiar and uneven. Collider's own Aidan Kelley noted it 'certainly deserves an abundance of credit for trying to say something refreshing about religion and coming-of-age using a more traditional biblical setting. As a horror movie or thriller, though, the slow burn isn't going to be to everybody's taste.' Still, for Cage completists or fans of forgotten religious horror gems, it's a fascinating misfire.
The movie barely made a dent at the box office, grossing only about $150,000 due to a very limited rollout. But Tubi's free streaming model gives it a second life. If you're into offbeat biblical tales or just want to see Cage play a carpenter with a heavy hand, this is your chance. And if you're hungry for more under-the-radar horror, check out how micro-budget horror 'Undertone' became HBO Max's July 2026 streaming sensation.
The biblical genre has been booming lately, with hits like The King of Kings and David in theaters, and series like The Chosen and House of David drawing millions on streaming. Mel Gibson is even prepping a two-part sequel to The Passion of the Christ, titled The Resurrection of the Christ, with a first look attached to the theatrical re-release of the original this September. But The Carpenter's Son takes a darker, more intimate route, focusing on the terror of raising a child with divine powers.
For those who prefer their horror with a side of streaming success, Amazon Horror 'From' Becomes July's Streaming Sensation Across Multiple Platforms is another title making waves. But if you're in the mood for something truly odd and free, The Carpenter's Son on Tubi is a one-of-a-kind experience. Just don't expect immaculate execution.
