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'Screamboat' Brings Horror-Comedy Chaos to Theaters April 2

The reimagining of Disney’s 'Steamboat Willie' features David Howard Thornton as a maniacal mouse in a self-aware blend of dark humor and nostalgia.

  • 'Screamboat,' a horror-comedy inspired by Disney's 'Steamboat Willie,' debuts in US and UK theaters on April 2, 2025.
  • David Howard Thornton, known for his role in the 'Terrifier' series, stars as the film’s menacing mouse antagonist.
  • The movie incorporates practical effects, puppetry, and CGI, delivering chaotic humor, creative kills, and self-aware meta jokes.
  • Packed with Disney references and Easter eggs, the film appeals to both horror enthusiasts and Disney fans.
  • An animated segment in the style of the original 'Steamboat Willie' pays homage to its source material while adding a satirical twist.
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