Tom Felton’s Bloody New Horror Comedy Sets Digital Release Date After $19M Box Office Disappointment

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A new horror movie starring Tom Felton is slashing its way into your home.

Tom Felton, a British actor, is most famous for his role as Draco Malfoy in all eight Harry Potter films, starting with Philosopher’s Stone in 2001 and ending with Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in 2011. After that, he appeared in several other movies, including Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011), the historical drama Belle (2013), A United Kingdom (2016), the biopic Megan Leavey (2017), Ophelia (2018), and the family-horror film A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting (2020). He’s now starring in a new horror movie that’s becoming available for home viewing.

Just under a month after hitting theaters, the horror comedy They Will Kill You is now available to rent or buy digitally. The film, directed by Kirill Sokolov and co-written with Alex Litvak, centers around a woman with a criminal past who takes a cleaning job in a New York City skyscraper. She quickly finds herself battling for her life against a sinister cult and their deadly, elaborate trap, hoping to avoid becoming their next victim.

The film stars Zazie Beetz, known for her role in Atlanta, along with Myha’la (from Industry and Bodies Bodies Bodies), Paterson Joseph, and Tom Felton, who plays a member of a satanic cult. Heather Graham (Boogie Nights), Academy Award winner Patricia Arquette (Boyhood), Angus Sampson (Insidious), and James Remar (Dexter) also feature in the cast.

After hitting theaters on March 27th, the movie They Will Kill You will be available to rent or buy digitally on April 28th. You’ll be able to find it on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. A 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD version will follow on June 30th, and will include special features.

  • Director’s Log: The Making of They Will Kill You
    • A documentary-style feature following director and the cast throughout the production process. From creative meetings with executive producers to deep dives with the VFX and prosthetics teams, this piece offers an intimate look at the creative and technical forces behind the film.
  • Developing the Virgil Featurette
    • A look into the film’s most iconic location: The Virgil, a nine-floor art deco building inspired by Dante’s Inferno. This piece showcases the building’s intricate design, surreal art direction, and how each floor was constructed to reflect a different level of psychological descent.
  • Asia Reaves’ Attacks Featurette
    • This action-packed piece breaks down all the major fight scenes in the film, complete with stunts, spoilers, and cinematic chaos.
  • Crafting Carnage Featurette
    • Unravel how the film’s most intense moments were brought to life using hands-on techniques, from puppets and prosthetics to practical effects and choreographed gags.

Reviews for They Will Kill You were generally favorable, earning a 65% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics highlighted the film’s striking visuals and unique battle-royale premise, though some found the repeating structure a bit tiresome. Zazie Beetz’s powerful performance was consistently praised for making even the most violent scenes engaging and fun.

Viewers seem to really enjoy it, giving it a 77% rating and describing it as a fun, though bloody, experience. Many praise Zazie Beetz’s captivating performance as the main character, and suggest watching it with a bucket of popcorn!

The 2026 horror film, released in theaters in late March, didn’t perform well, earning only $19 million worldwide against a $20 million budget. However, a quick release on digital platforms could help it become profitable.

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2026-04-21 19:58