Overview
- Sony’s comedy-leaning reimagining debuted in theaters on December 25 and positions itself as an affectionate homage rather than a straight horror reboot.
- Early notices cite uneven tone and light suspense, with the Black–Rudd pairing frequently praised for keeping the movie engaging.
- The director has publicly confirmed brief appearances by original cast members, presented as a respectful nod to the 1997 film.
- Production was based in Australia, and Black and Rudd say extended time away from family was the biggest challenge during the shoot.
- Forbes projects a premium VOD window in late January to early February and a Netflix launch roughly three months after opening, with dates not yet officially announced.