If you have even a passing interest in horror, the title I Spit on Your Grave probably rings a bell. The 2010s saw a distinct wave of horror films that looked back at the 1970s’ grim and gritty style with a kind of affectionate brutality. Netflix, not exactly known for ignoring trends, seems to have kept pace, whether horror aficionados agree or not. The stage is set, and both the original 1978 film and its 2010 remake have something to offer the discerning (or easily disturbed) viewer.

Because nothing says modern streaming like watching a 2010s remake, redo the rage-fueled horrors your grandparents probably tried to forget. 

When it comes to streaming, the 2010 I Spit on Your Grave remake has a comfortable home on Netflix in select U.S. regions, among other platforms like Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Starz Apple TV Channel. It also pops up on free ad-supported services such as Fandango at Home and The Roku Channel. The 1978 original, meanwhile, has behaved like a classic film: rarely found on subscription services but available for rent or purchase on digital storefronts like Apple TV and Amazon Video. As usual, regional licensing quirks apply.

The 1978 film, directed by Meir Zarchi, sparked plenty of conversation and controversy. Its unvarnished tale of vengeance and survival placed it firmly in the exploitation horror category, though enthusiasts would happily describe it as a “cult classic.” The moral complexities and stark depictions of brutality have kept it relevant, or at least infamous, as an example of 70s horror’s willingness to unsettle audiences by refusing to look away.

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  Steven R. Monroe’s 2010 I Spit on Your Grave proves Hollywood’s favorite horror tactic remains: polish the cruelty and pray audiences tune in again.

 Fast forward to 2010, right before the present decade of its own horrors, and I Spit on Your Grave's remake arrived with all the contemporary pacing and modern production values one would expect, yet it does not soften the story’s uncompromising glare. It mostly replicates the original's confrontational tone, repackaged for an audience now familiar with horror’s own rebirth—more brutal, more graphic, and less forgiving. It is the same bitter revenge tale, but with fresher cinematography and slightly less grain.

Netflix’s taste, or business model, in horror remains an intriguing case study. While it champions slick, modern thrillers, it clearly preserves a niche for retro revenge horrors, confirming that, even after decades, I Spit on Your Grave has legs. For those interested in cinematic discomfort served cold, these films remain watchable reminders of horror’s enduring appetite for moral ambiguity and unblinking brutality.

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Which of the two trip to the graves will you be taking on now, I Spit on Your Grave 2010, or 1978? Let us know in the comments below!