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Steamboat Willie Horror Film 'Screamboat' Delays Release to April

The horror-comedy reimagines the classic character as a murderous mouse, with David Howard Thornton leading the cast.

  • The release of 'Screamboat,' a horror-comedy inspired by the public domain Steamboat Willie character, has been moved from January to April 2025, with no specific date announced yet.
  • David Howard Thornton, known for his role as Art the Clown in the 'Terrifier' series, stars as the murderous mouse in the film directed by Steven LaMorte.
  • The story follows a late-night ferry ride in New York City that turns deadly when a mischievous mouse begins a killing spree, forcing passengers to fight for survival.
  • The film blends practical effects by Quantum Creation FX with comedic and sinister elements, featuring a cast that includes Tyler Posey, Kailey Hyman, and Jesse Kove, among others.
  • Part of a growing trend of horror adaptations of public domain characters, 'Screamboat' joins films like 'Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey' in exploring dark reimaginings of beloved icons.
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