Director David F. Sandberg, known for his work on Lights Out, Annabelle: Creation, and the Shazam! films, returns to his horror roots with the adaptation of the 2015 PlayStation video game Until Dawn. The film, produced by Sony Pictures through Screen Gems and PlayStation Productions, premiered in U.S. theaters on April 25, 2025.
Plot Overview
The movie introduces a new storyline set in the same universe as the original game. It follows a group of eight teenagers who venture into a remote valley one year after the mysterious disappearance of one of their sisters. Exploring an abandoned visitor center, they find themselves stalked by a masked killer and are horrifically murdered one by one—only to wake up and find themselves back at the beginning of the same evening. Trapped in the valley, they’re forced to relive the nightmare repeatedly, each time facing a different terrifying threat. They must survive until dawn to escape the cycle.
Cast and Characters
- Ella Rubin as Clover
- Michael Cimino as Max
- Odessa A’zion as Nina
- Ji-young Yoo as Megan
- Belmont Cameli as Abe
- Maia Mitchell as Melanie
- Peter Stormare as Dr. Hill (reprising his role from the game)
Production Details
Filming took place in Budapest from August to October 2024. The screenplay was penned by Gary Dauberman, based on an earlier draft by Blair Butler. The film is described as an “R-rated love letter to the horror genre,” aiming to capture the essence of the game while telling a new story.
Streaming Information
As of now, Until Dawn is exclusively available in U.S. theaters. Given Sony’s distribution agreements, the film is expected to be available for streaming on Netflix within a few months after its theatrical release, possibly between July and August 2025. Eventually, it will also be available for purchase or rental on digital platforms like Amazon Prime Video.
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