James Spader's Incredibly Obscure Alien Invasion Movie Is Streaming For Free

Most sci-fi fans are familiar with classic alien invasion movies like "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" and "Independence Day." Still, not every film can be a hit, and there are gems out there that fly under the radar. "Alien Hunter," a 2003 flick starring James Spader, is as obscure as they come. The good news, though, is that viewers can watch it for free on Tubi.

Directed by Ronald Krauss, "Alien Hunter" sees Spader play Julian Rome, a scientist who specializes in sex scandals and extraterrestrial intelligence. When a mysterious alien signal emits from the Antarctic, he gets sent to investigate, only to unearth a virus that risks wiping out humankind. The Antarctic setting might make unacquainted viewers assume "Alien Hunter" is a rip-off of "The Thing" — the sci-fi horror starring Kurt Russell that Quentin Tarantino hailed as an all-timer.

However, "Alien Hunter" isn't the type of movie you think it is based on the title and the synopsis, but saying more about it would spoil the surprise. If you are in the mood for a B-movie about a creature causing carnage, you might be disappointed. That said, viewers seeking a different kind of alien invasion movie should check out "Alien Hunter" — but what have reviewers had to say about it?

"Alien Hunter" isn't one of the best sci-fi movies of all time, nor is it the dud that its generic title and obscure reputation would have you believe. As of this writing, the movie has only been reviewed by one critic on Rotten Tomatoes, and they weren't exactly kind to it. However, the general consensus among the audience reviewers is that it's an enjoyable sci-fi film for watching on lazy days.

"An underrated low-budget science fiction film that is held together by a straightforward plot that gave me an ending that I didn't expect," one fan wrote. "Overall, an enjoyable movie that cracks the mould of what could have been run-of-the-mill sci-fi action horror and turns its lens on a benevolent alien possibility," another viewer noted.

Several users also praised James Spader's performance, which is hardly surprising given that he is a very talented actor. So, if you are a fan of his work and want to see him mix it up with extraterrestrials, look no further than "Alien Hunter."