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    ‘Speak No Evil’: Here’s what we know about release date, plot, cast, director and trailer

    Synopsis

    James McAvoy and Mackenzie Davis star in the English remake of the Danish horror film Speak No Evil, where a family trip with new friends turns into a psychological terror, unveiling dark truths and danger.

    ‘Speak No Evil’: Here’s what we know about release date, plot, cast, director and trailer
    Blumhouse Productions has released the first trailer for the English remake of the Danish horror film Speak No Evil, starring James McAvoy and Mackenzie Davis. The film, unveiled during Universal's panel at CinemaCon, promises a nightmarish vacation for viewers.

    Plot, Cast

    Speak No Evil follows a married couple and their daughter Agnes, played by Scoot McNairy, Davis and Alix West Lefler, who meet another family during a trip abroad and strike up a friendship. The other family, portrayed by McAvoy and Aisling Franciosi, invites them to stay at their country home for a weekend. Initially charming, the hosts' behavior soon takes a sinister turn, leading the protagonists into a web of dark secrets and danger.

    Director

    Director James Watkins, known for his work on the horror thriller Eden Lake and the Black Mirror episode "Shut Up and Dance," helms this gripping tale of psychological terror. The film explores themes of trust, deception, and survival, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats as the characters' idyllic trip descends into chaos.

    For McAvoy, Speak No Evil marks a return to horror following his acclaimed performances in Split and It: Chapter 2. Davis, known for her role in the Black Mirror episode "San Junipero," brings her own brand of intensity to the film, creating a dynamic duo that elevates the suspense and intrigue.

    Release Date

    Speak No Evil is set to haunt theaters starting on September 13.
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      Trailer

      Watch the trailer here.

      FAQs:

      What is Speak No Evil about?
      Speak No Evil follows a married couple and their daughter who meet another family during a trip abroad and are invited to stay at their country home, where their hosts' initially sincere sweetness turns sinister.

      Who stars in Speak No Evil?
      James McAvoy and Mackenzie Davis lead the cast, joined by Scoot McNairy, Alix West Lefler, Motaz Malhees, Aisling Franciosi, and Kris Hitchen.


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