Jake Gyllenhaal’s Beloved Serial Killer Movie Leaving Netflix Soon

One of the most acclaimed films of the 21st century is set to leave Netflix in the United States soon. For those who have been waiting for the perfect opportunity to revisit it, now is the perfect time.

Zodiac is leaving Netflix in February

Netflix’s list of removals for February 2026 includes several titles scheduled to exit midway through the month. One of the most iconic films on the list is Zodiac (2007), which is leaving Netflix in the US on February 17, 2026. The same date also sees the removal of the Indian film Eeb Allay Ooo! (2019), as part of Netflix’s regular content turnover.

For fans of true-crime-inspired cinema, Zodiac’s leaving Netflix marks the end of easy access to one of the most talked-about mystery thrillers of the 21st century. The film has remained popular on streaming thanks to its chilling subject matter and meticulous storytelling.

Directed by David Fincher and written by James Vanderbilt, Zodiac is based on Robert Graysmith’s nonfiction books Zodiac (1986) and Zodiac Unmasked (2002). The 2007 film stars Jake Gyllenhaal as cartoonist-turned-investigator Robert Graysmith. Alongside Mark Ruffalo as Inspector Dave Toschi and Robert Downey Jr. as journalist Paul Avery, also stars in the movie. A strong supporting cast includes Anthony Edwards, Brian Cox, Chloë Sevigny, and John Carroll Lynch.

The story follows the real-life manhunt for the Zodiac Killer, who terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area during the late 1960s and early 1970s. The killer’s taunting letters, cryptic ciphers, and bloodstained evidence turned the case into one of the most infamous unsolved crimes. Fincher and his team reportedly spent 18 months researching the murders to ensure historical accuracy.

Upon release, Zodiac earned largely positive reviews and later developed a devoted cult following. Many viewers and critics consider it David Fincher’s finest work, mentioning its direction, performances, cinematography, and attention to detail. The film holds a 90% Tomatometer score and a 77% Popcornmeter rating.

Source: Comingsoon.net