Weapons – Horror Thriller by Zach Cregger | Aug 8, 2025
Release Date: August 8, 2025
Languages: English
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Runtime: 2 hours 9 minutes
Rating: A (Adults Only)
From the visionary mind of Zach Cregger, writer-director of the cult hit Barbarian, comes Weapons — an intense and chilling horror mystery thriller that will leave you breathless. Releasing in theatres on August 8, 2025, this film explores a terrifying phenomenon that rocks a small community to its core.
The Plot
On a seemingly normal night, all but one child from a single classroom mysteriously disappear — at the exact same time. As panic and fear grip the town, suspicion grows, secrets unravel, and unsettling truths begin to surface. Is it the work of a hidden predator, or something far more sinister?
Stellar Cast
- Josh Brolin as Archer Graff, the grieving father of missing child Matthew.
- Julia Garner as Justine Gandy, a compassionate teacher whose past may hold the key.
- Alden Ehrenreich as Paul Morgan, the investigating officer torn between logic and the unknown.
- Austin Abrams as James, a troubled addict and thief with disturbing knowledge.
- Benedict Wong as Andrew Marcus, the school principal whose calm façade begins to crack.
Behind the Camera
Written and directed by Zach Cregger, Weapons promises atmospheric dread and complex characters woven into a haunting narrative. With production by New Line Cinema, Vertigo Entertainment, Subconscious, and BoulderLight Pictures, and Warner Bros. Pictures as the official distributor, the film is set to be a major cinematic event for horror fans.
Why You Should Watch
If you loved the suspense of Barbarian, the intensity of Hereditary, or the psychological depth of The Babadook, Weapons is your next must-watch. It’s more than a horror movie — it’s a layered exploration of fear, grief, and guilt in the face of the unexplainable.
