Fans of Aaron Eckhart are observing that while they prepare for the star's new project 'Deep Water', which will hit theaters on May 1, one of his lesser-seen recent works, 'Thieves Highway', has achieved unexpected success. This neo-Western film, released in 2025, has climbed to the top of Hulu's movie lists in the US, surpassing productions like Gaten Matarazzo's new comedy 'Pizza Movie' and the original 'The Devil Wears Prada'.

Directed by Jesse V. Jackson, 'Thieves Highway' initially garnered very little attention and didn't even have a rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, with the rising interest in Eckhart's recently released action film 'Deep Water', there has been a renewed interest in this underrated work. The film also features names like Devon Sawa, Brooke Langton, and Lochlyn Munroe, and Eckhart had previously collaborated with director Jackson in the 2024 production 'Chief of Station'.

The plot of 'Thieves Highway' tells the story of Police Officer Frank Bennett, who uncovers a major smuggling operation following a deadly confrontation. Bennett, forced to question whether he can manage without cell service and a truck, finds himself facing the leader of a dangerous gang established by the period's militia.

Reviews of the film have been mixed. Some viewers praised Eckhart's performance, stating, "Eckhart anchors the film with a world-weary, classic sense of morality." However, others have remained more distant about the project, criticizing, "Johnson and Mills maneuver entertainingly, and Eckhart is a solid enough leader. But the story takes too many shortcuts, and the overall lack of suspense keeps us a step back."

As Eckhart embarks on a new era with 'Deep Water', productions like 'Thieves Highway' showcase the actor's versatile performance and the power he holds with audiences. These types of films, which have achieved unexpected success on streaming platforms, also remind the customer base of their interest in forgotten works.