UNTIL DAWN (2025): A New Nightmare Begins

Horror fans, get ready—Until Dawn is bringing its terrifying time-loop survival horror to the big screen. Based on the 2015 cult-favorite video game, this standalone horror film expands the Until Dawn universe with a fresh, blood-chilling story.

Directed by David F. Sandberg (Lights Out, Annabelle: Creation) and written by Blair Butler and Gary Dauberman, this high-stakes slasher-meets-supernatural thriller is set to haunt theaters on April 25, 2025, courtesy of Sony Pictures Releasing.

A Terrifying Premise: Death Is Only the Beginning

When Clover (Ella Rubin) and her friends venture into a remote valley in search of her missing sister, Melanie (Maia Mitchell), they quickly realize they aren’t alone. A masked killer begins hunting them down, slaughtering them one by one—only for them to wake up and find themselves back at the start of the same horrific night.

Trapped in an endless cycle of terror, the group soon discovers that each time they die, the killer changes, and the threats become increasingly nightmarish. With a limited number of deaths left, they must figure out how to break the loop and survive until dawn—or be doomed to die forever.

A Standalone Story in the Until Dawn Universe

Unlike a direct adaptation of the video game, Until Dawn (2025) is a brand-new story set within the game’s universe. Fans of the original will recognize familiar elements—the eerie, isolated setting, psychological horror themes, and a sinister force lurking beneath the surface—but this movie introduces a new cast of characters and fresh twists to expand the franchise’s mythology.

One exciting connection? Peter Stormare reprises his role as Dr. Hill, the unsettling therapist from the game. His return hints at deeper psychological horror elements that Until Dawn is known for.

Meet the Cast & Characters

⭐ Ella Rubin (The Idea of You) as Clover – The determined younger sister searching for answers about Melanie’s disappearance.

⭐ Michael Cimino (Love, Victor) as Max – A key member of Clover’s group who must face unspeakable horrors.

⭐ Odessa A’zion (Hellraiser 2022) as Nina – A fearless friend whose fight-or-flight instincts are pushed to the limit.

⭐ Ji-young Yoo (The Brothers Sun) as Megan – The brains of the group, trying to solve the mystery before it’s too late.

⭐ Belmont Cameli (Saved by the Bell) as Abel – A skeptic who soon realizes that logic won’t save them.

⭐ Maia Mitchell (The Fosters) as Melanie – The missing sister whose fate may be tied to the valley’s dark secret.

⭐ Peter Stormare (Fargo, John Wick 2) as Dr. Hill – The eerie psychiatrist from the game, making a chilling return.

Why Until Dawn Will Be a Must-Watch Horror Film

🔪 A New Take on Slasher Horror – The time-loop twist sets Until Dawn apart from traditional slashers, making every death more terrifying as the killer evolves.

🎮 Faithful to the Game’s Spirit – While not a direct adaptation, the film retains the eerie atmosphere, survival-horror elements, and psychological mind games that made the game iconic.

🎥 Directed by a Horror Master – David F. Sandberg, known for his work in supernatural horror, is the perfect choice to bring this nightmare to life.

⏳ A Deadly Time Loop – Think Happy Death Day meets The Cabin in the Woods, where every loop gets deadlier.

🩸 Brutal, Unpredictable Kills – With each cycle introducing a new killer, the film promises gore, suspense, and relentless tension.

Release Date & Where to Watch

📅 April 25, 2025 – Theatrical release in the U.S. via Sony Pictures Releasing.

🏡 Streaming & VOD – No official streaming details yet, but Sony typically releases films on demand a few months after theaters. Expect a VOD release later in 2025.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Until Dawn video game or just love a nerve-wracking horror mystery, this film promises intense scares, unexpected twists, and a chilling survival story.

🩸 Are you ready to survive until dawn? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! 🌙🔪