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2025 is shaping up to be one of the most delightful years in terms of horror, and Dakota Fanning's Vicious is the latest installment to the lineup, all set for an October release. Directed by Bryan Bertino, the film delves into a deep burrow as it explores themes of fear, memory, and the supernatural. The film comes with a unique concept that will bend reality and time, with Fanning's character, Polly, at the center of it all.
Bertino is known for his work on The Strangers and The Strangers: Prey at Night, two iconic psychological horror films. With the first trailer already out for fans to get their first glimpse, here's everything you need to know about Vicious and how you can watch it.
When will Vicious hit theaters?
The film is set to premiere at the Fantastic Fest on September 19, 2025. It will release on Paramount+ on October 10. Horror enthusiasts will get their first look at the film, as it takes place in Austin, Texas. After its festival debut, the film will be available to stream on Paramount+. Along with that, fans can also purchase digital copies of the same.
The release date marks a crucial point for the film's performance, as it will reach fans right around the time of Halloween. With a runtime of 98 minutes, the film is marked R for language, strong bloody violence, and some grisly images. With that being said, fans can expect a horror thriller film that is catered to a mature audience, perfect for a Halloween watch during the weekend.
The film was originally set to release theatrically on February 28, 2025, and then on August 8, 2025. But soon after, it was removed from Paramount's release schedule in December 2024.
In August 2025, the film was taken off the theatrical release calendars, and it was announced that it would now release digitally on Paramount+ along with physical copies.
Who is starring in Vicious?
Vicious stars Dakota Fanning as Polly, a woman who finds herself entangled in a mysterious and terrifying ordeal. She is joined by Kathryn Hunter, known for her performances in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and Megalopolis. The ensemble cast also includes Mary McCormack, Rachel Blanchard, Devyn Nekoda, Klea Scott, and Emily Mitchell.
What is Vicious about?
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According to Rotten Tomatoes, the official plot synopsis of the film reads,
"When Polly (Dakota Fanning) receives a mysterious Box from an unexpected late-night visitor (Kathryn Hunter), it comes with a simple instruction: place three things inside: something you need, something you hate, and something you love. What begins as a strange ritual quickly unravels into a waking nightmare. Trapped in a terrifying world where reality bends and memory betrays, Polly must navigate a series of impossible choices. As time slips away, she’s forced to confront the darkness not just around her, but within her—before it consumes everything and everyone she’s ever known."
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