Assassin's Creed Arrives on Hulu November 1
The 2016 film adaptation of the video game series becomes available to stream on Hulu this November, while Netflix develops a separate live-action series.
Updated on Nov. 1, 2026 in Science Fiction
Assassin's Creed, the 2016 film starring Michael Fassbender and directed by Justin Kurzel, will be available for streaming on Hulu beginning November 1, 2026. Netflix is separately producing a live-action Assassin's Creed series, with production begun in Rome in March.
Why it matters
The film grossed more than $240 million at the box office against a $125 million budget but drew widespread negative reviews, and no sequel has entered production. Its arrival on Hulu gives viewers a new access point to the franchise as a rival streamer develops its own adaptation.
The 2016 film's box office gross of more than $240 million was measured against a $125 million production budget, requiring roughly 200% return to recover costs. Netflix has not disclosed a premiere date for its separate live-action series, and the film's total profitability after marketing costs is not addressed in the available data.
The players
Michael Fassbender
Michael Fassbender is an Irish-German actor known for leading roles in films such as X-Men: First Class and 12 Years a Slave, who starred in dual roles in the 2016 Assassin's Creed film.
Justin Kurzel
Justin Kurzel is an Australian film director known for his work on Macbeth and True History of the Kelly Gang, who directed the 2016 Assassin's Creed film.
Netflix
Netflix is a global streaming service that produces original scripted series, and it is developing a live-action Assassin's Creed series with production begun in Rome.
Hulu
Hulu is a streaming platform owned by Disney that offers films and series, and it will host the 2016 Assassin's Creed film beginning November 1, 2026.
The details
Assassin's Creed plays out across two timelines, one set in the modern day and the other in 15th century Spain, with Michael Fassbender playing dual roles as Aguilar de Nerha and Callum Lynch. The film runs 116 minutes and received widespread negative reviews from critics.
Timeline
2016: Assassin's Creed released in theaters.
March 2026: Production on Netflix's Assassin's Creed series began in Rome.
November 1, 2026: Assassin's Creed begins streaming on Hulu.
Industry Dynamics
The coexistence of a 2016 theatrical film, a Hulu library release, and a Netflix live-action series reflects the broader pattern of studios and streamers competing for the same video game franchise. Film adaptations of games have historically struggled commercially, and the franchise's shift toward streaming follows the wider industry move away from theatrical releases for such properties.
Viewers can watch the 2016 Assassin's Creed film on Hulu beginning November 1, 2026, a streaming option that replaces the need to find it in theaters or on physical media. The date is the first confirmed point of access, while the Netflix series has no announced premiere window yet.
The takeaway
Fans seeking the Assassin's Creed franchise can now stream the 2016 film on Hulu from November 1, 2026, while the Netflix series remains in production. Checking streaming schedules ahead of the November date will confirm availability on the platform.
What happens next
Assassin's Creed begins streaming on Hulu on November 1, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by CBR.
