A Film Adaptation Based on the Best-Selling Horror Video Game
In Theaters Nationwide On February 13th, 2026
Streaming On Shudder March 27th, 2026
Named One of IndieWire’s “Buzziest New Nightmares” In 2026
THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT follows newly certified mortician Rebecca Owens (Holland), who accepts a night shift at a mortuary, embalming bodies alone after hours. As disturbing events escalate, Rebecca uncovers demonic rituals, the dark secrets of her enigmatic mentor (Sparks), and her own buried trauma—racing to survive the night before her body becomes a vessel for possession.
Originally released in 2022 on PC, The Mortuary Assistant game quickly became a viral sensation and cult favorite, and made available on additional gaming platforms including Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The film will expand on the game’s world and mythology and delve deeper into the lore of the demonic entities plaguing River Fields.
THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT was written by Tracee Beebe and Brian Clarke. The film was produced by Patrick Ewald’s Epic Pictures via the Company’s horror division, Dread, Cole Payne’s Traverse Media and Jacob P. Heineke. Executive producers include Brian Clarke, Katie Page, Yulissa Morales, Randy Sinquefield, Patrick Fischer and Oliver Garboe.
Dread is the same company that brought audiences the original Terrifier film, continuing to push the boundaries of extreme horror. With THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT, fans can expect another thrilling, unforgettable film from a team passionate about redefining the genre.