Summary
- Shudder acquired the distribution rights for The Mortuary Assistant film adaptation at San Diego Comic-Con.
- The film expands on the game, with a script co-written by the original game developer and horror writer Tracee Beebe.
- Directed by Jeremiah Kipp, the film promises to bring the chilling experience of the game to Shudder in 2026.
The on-screen version of “The Mortuary Assistant” is guaranteed to give chills to cinema-goers just as the video game did in 2022. We now know which company has secured the rights to distribute this film.
In 2022, the indie horror game “The Mortuary Assistant” unexpectedly became a sensation, gaining popularity due to streamers and YouTubers showcasing its bone-chilling jump scares. However, it’s not just about the jumpscares; this game uses procedural generation to narrate a ’90s-themed story about Rebecca Owens, a mortuary assistant, being tormented by a demon at her workplace. Initially released only on PC, it has now expanded to almost every current gaming platform. The puzzle-based gameplay and terrifying elements have drawn countless players in. What makes this even more remarkable is that the game was developed single-handedly by Brian Clarke using Unity Engine. Unlike big studio games created by large teams, “The Mortuary Assistant” is the unique creation of a singular mind. The upcoming movie adaptation of the game will offer a chance for horror enthusiasts who typically avoid video games to engage with this captivating story.
On Friday at San Diego Comic-Con, it was revealed that Shudder has secured the rights to distribute The Mortuary Assistant movie, set to premiere in 2026. Actress Willa Holland, recognized for her role in Arrow, will star in this film, with Paul Sparks, who’s known from House of Cards and Physical, portraying the lead mortician under whom Holland’s character works. Since Jeremiah Kipp, renowned for his work on Shudder’s Slapface, is directing the film, this news might not be too unexpected.
Shudder Has Acquired The Rights To The Mortuary Assistant Film Adaptation
Adam Koehler, the Director of Acquisitions and Productions at an Independent Film Company and Shudder, made this statement about the movie: “Under the skillful guidance of a director who masterfully handles tone and suspense, the film explores the game’s frightening universe in a way that is true to its essence yet cinematically captivating. We can’t wait to share this spine-tingling adventure with Shudder viewers.
Fans will be thrilled to know that the original game’s creator, Brian Clarke, collaborated with Tracee Beebe on the screenplay. Tracee Beebe is renowned for her work on horror short films, implying that Clarke is working alongside a respected figure in the genre. The movie promises to delve deeper into the game’s backdrop and narrative, offering additional information about why Rebecca and the town of River Fields are experiencing such terrifying hauntings.
The forthcoming movie version of “The Mortuary Assistant” carries a significant weight of expectation given its predecessors like “Resident Evil” and “Silent Hill” have demonstrated that transitioning from games to cinema can be quite challenging. However, with the news that it now has an official distributor, anticipation among fans of “The Mortuary Assistant” for 2026 is likely to reach new heights.
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