The Dreadful is a 2026 horror film written and directed by Natasha Kermani. Set in 15th-century medieval England during the Wars of the Roses, the story follows Anne, a young woman, and her domineering mother-in-law Morwen, who struggle to survive in isolation. When a man from Anne’s past returns from war, his presence triggers a curse-like sequence of horrific events, involving a mysterious knight and forces that cross the line between fear and the supernatural.
Movie Title: The Dreadful
Year of Release: 2026
Date of Release: February 20, 2026 (U.S) (Limited theatrical & Digital)
Director: Natasha Kermani
Writer: Natasha Kermani
Producers: Bull Blumenthal, Luke Daniels, Patrick Hibler, Lucas Jarach, Greg Lauritano, Adam G. Simon
Production Companies: Redwire Pictures, Black Magic, Illium Pictures
Distributor: Lionsgate, True Brit Entertainment
Cast and Roles:
- Sophie Turner as Anne
- Kit Harington as Jago
- Marcia Gay Harden as Morwen
- Laurence O’Fuarain as Seamus
- Jonathan Howard as Brother Penros
- Catherine McDonough as Kayn
Running Time: 1 hour 34 minutes
Age Rating: R — violence/bloody images and a sexual reference
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Genres: Horror, Thriller
Music: Jamal Green
Cinematography: Julia Swain
Editing: Jeff Betancourt, Gabriel de Urioste
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