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Holy Days Brings Heartfelt Road Trip Comedy to Theaters This March

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The comedy-drama Holy Days, starring Judy Davis, Miriam Margolyes, and Jacki Weaver, is set for a North American theatrical release on March 27, 2026.

Directed by Nat Boltt in her feature debut, the film follows three unconventional nuns on a road trip across New Zealand as they fight for their independence. Along the way, they form an unexpected bond with a young Māori boy, leading to a journey shaped by friendship, faith, and self-discovery.

The film premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and will also feature special event screenings, including appearances by Boltt.

Based on the novel by Dame Joy Cowley, Holy Days blends humor and emotion, exploring themes of connection, loss, and second chances against the backdrop of New Zealand’s landscapes.

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Cult Comedy The Stöned Age Heads to Blu-ray for First Time on April 20

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The 1994 cult comedy The Stöned Age is set to make its Blu-ray debut on April 20, 2026, alongside a digital release as part of Lionsgate’s Vestron Collector’s Series.

Directed by James Melkonian, the film follows two friends navigating a chaotic night of parties, music, and misadventures in Southern California. Known for its laid-back humor and soundtrack featuring classic ’70s rock, the film has built a steady cult following over the years.

The new release will include special features, such as an audio commentary with the filmmakers, reunion content, and extended scenes.

The Stöned Age will be available exclusively through Lionsgate Limited.

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Lin Shaye and Bill Moseley Lead Horror-Comedy Scared to Death Ahead of March Theatrical Release

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scared-to-death-filmA new horror-comedy featuring genre favorites Lin Shaye and Bill Moseley is heading to theaters this March.

Scared to Death, written and directed by Scottish filmmaker Paul Boyd (I, Challenger, We Are Gathered Here Today), will open in cinemas across North America on March 13, 2026, with screenings planned in major markets including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Miami, Seattle, Boston, and Atlanta.

The film blends horror and dark comedy and stars Shaye (Insidious) and Moseley (The Devil’s Rejects, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2) alongside Olivier Paris, Victoria Konefal, B.J. Minor, Jade Chynoweth, Rae Dawn Chong, and Lucinda Jenney. Rock frontman Kurt Deimer also appears in the film as a character known as “The Grog.”

Positioned as a wild genre ride, Scared to Death draws inspiration from classic horror and cult horror-comedies alike. The project also features cinematography by Steven Poster, ASC, editing by Ed Shiers, and a score by Misha Segal, with original music contributions from Deimer.

The film will be released by Atlas Distribution Company.

See the trailer below.

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Mimics Opens in Theaters Friday, Trailer Now Online

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mimicsMimics, the directorial debut of Kristoffer Polaha, opens in theaters nationwide this Friday, February 13.

The film stars Polaha alongside Mōriah, Chris Parnell, Stephen Tobolowsky, Jesse Hutch, Jason Marsden, and Austin Basis. Written by Marc Oakley, the story follows a struggling impressionist whose shot at fame comes with unexpected consequences.

Described as a mix of comedy, romance, and darker elements, Mimics marks Polaha’s first turn behind the camera.

Watch the trailer below.

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Blood Barn Brings Campy ’80s Horror Energy in New Trailer

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blood-barnA new trailer has dropped for Blood Barn, a throwback horror-comedy that leans hard into summer-camp chaos, practical effects, and unapologetic camp.

Set in the summer of 1985, the film follows Josie, a camp counselor who gathers her closest friends for one last weekend together at her family’s remote barn before everyone heads off to college. It’s meant to be nostalgic. It isn’t. The barn has a past, the vibes are off almost immediately, and things unravel fast once curiosity turns into something darker.

Starring Chloe Cherry alongside Lena Redford, Bambina, and Sam Lanier, Blood Barn doesn’t shy away from excess. It plays like a love letter to ’80s slashers and low-budget horror comedies, complete with wild energy, bad decisions, and a body count that escalates quickly once whatever’s lurking in the barn wakes up.

Written and directed by Gabriel Bernini (with co-writer Alexandra Jade), the film embraces practical effects and group-watch chaos over polish. At just over 75 minutes, Blood Barn looks built for midnight screenings, festival crowds, and horror fans who like their scares mixed with laughs.

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“We Shall Not Be Moved” Recognized as One of the Year’s Top International Films

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we-shall-not-be-movedWe Shall Not Be Moved (No nos moverán), Mexico’s official submission for Best International Feature at the 98th Academy Awards®, has been named one of the year’s Best International Films by New York Film Critics Online. The recognition comes as the acclaimed debut feature from Mexican filmmaker Pierre Saint Martin continues its U.S. theatrical rollout.

Following a strong run in New York through Cinema Tropical, the dark dramedy will screen for one week at the Roxie Theater in San Francisco beginning December 18, before heading to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in January. A U.S. streaming release is expected to be announced soon.

Shot in black and white, the film follows Socorro, a 67-year-old retired lawyer played by Luisa Huertas, whose decades-long pursuit of the soldier responsible for her brother’s death during Mexico’s 1968 Tlatelolco massacre has consumed her life and fractured her family. When a new lead emerges, she risks everything to confront the past.

The film premiered at the Guadalajara International Film Festival, winning Best Mexican Film and the Audience Award, and went on to receive four Ariel Awards, including Best First Feature and Best Actress. It has screened at more than 40 international festivals and will also represent Mexico at Spain’s Goya Awards.

Saint Martin’s debut blends dark humor with an intimate exploration of memory, trauma, and political reckoning, offering a personal lens on one of Mexico’s most painful historical chapters.

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Shelly Hong to Direct and Co-Write Feature Adaptation of Getting Rid of Rosie

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shelly-hongFilmmaker Shelly J. Hong will make her feature debut with Get Over It, a supernatural comedy based on Lynda Simmons’ novel Getting Rid of Rosie. The project, developed by Ontario-based I Crone Productions, recently completed a proof-of-concept shoot in Toronto with Tina Jung, Donald MacLean Jr., and Mimi Kuzyk. Hong co-wrote the screenplay with Simmons, expanding their partnership after the short film Ed & Alfie.

Hong, fresh from the Whistler Film Festival Screenwriters Lab, was drawn to the novel’s mix of humor and emotional depth. The film follows Samantha Choi, who must choose the life she truly wants before midnight, guided by Karma and confronted by the ghost of Rosie Fisk, the best friend who once upended everything and refuses to move on.

An award-winning Korean-Canadian filmmaker, Hong has directed four internationally screened shorts and previously worked across acting, production, writing, and directing. Her original feature script BEAST was selected for the 2025 Whistler Screenwriters Lab.

Author Lynda Simmons, known for her work with Harlequin and Penguin, transitioned into filmmaking in 2023 and partnered with Hong on Ed & Alfie. Their latest collaboration features cinematography by Lainie Knox (Children Ruin Everything, Tallboyz).

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Glen Powell Leads Dark Inheritance Thriller ‘How to Make a Killing,’ Arriving February 2026

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how-to-make-a-killingA24 has unveiled the first trailer for How to Make a Killing, a darkly comic thriller led by Glen Powell and set to hit theaters on February 20, 2026.

Powell stars as Becket Redfellow, a working-class outsider who was cut off from his wealthy family long before he had the chance to inherit anything. After the death of his mother, he decides to claim the fortune he believes should have been his and devises a lethal plan to eliminate the relatives who stand between him and the estate. The film follows Becket’s increasingly brazen efforts to move up the family line, while navigating complicated relationships with a devoted girlfriend and a flirtatious figure from his past.

The cast also includes Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick, Bill Camp, Zach Woods, Topher Grace, and Ed Harris.

John Patton Ford, who earned acclaim for Emily the Criminal, writes and directs the feature. The story draws loose inspiration from the classic 1949 film Kind Hearts and Coronets.

How to Make a Killing opens in theaters nationwide on February 20, 2026.

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Sharknado Origins Announced as Seventh Film in the Franchise

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sharknado-originsThe Asylum has confirmed a new entry in the Sharknado franchise titled Sharknado Origins, with production set to begin later this year and a summer 2026 release planned.

Director Anthony Ferrante will return, with casting to be announced.

The film is a prequel set before the 2013 original, following teenage versions of Fin and April as the first-ever shark-filled storm hits during a summer at the beach.

The franchise previously ran for six films between 2013 and 2018 and became a cult hit for its over-the-top disaster-comedy premise.

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Sundance Comedy “Serious People” Skewers Ambition and Identity in Hollywood

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serious-peopleSundance hit Serious People, the debut feature from filmmakers Pasqual Gutierrez and Ben Mullinkosson, brings a sharp comedy about ego, work, and self-replacement in the creative industry. The film opens in theaters November 14, followed by a VOD release December 16, distributed by Tribeca Films and Memory.

Written and directed by Gutierrez and Mullinkosson, the film stars Pasqual Gutierrez, Christine Yuan, RJ Sanchez, and Miguel Huerta. It follows a successful music video director who hires a double to take over his work during paternity leave, only to watch his life and career spiral out of control.

Gutierrez, known as half of the directing duo Cliqua (collaborating with Bad Bunny, Rosalía, and The Weeknd), makes his first feature with Serious People. Mullinkosson, whose past work includes The Last Year of Darkness and Don’t Be a Dick About It, brings a documentary sensibility to the film’s sharp tone. Together, they create a satire that examines ambition, burnout, and identity in modern Los Angeles.

The film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, earning praise for its humor, originality, and inventive storytelling.

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