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Psycho Killer Premiere: Cast Surprises Amid Dark Investigation

2/20/2026

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The West Coast premiere of Psycho Killer occurred at the Aero Theater in Santa Monica, with cast members and a masked antagonist making a surprise appearance.
Kansas State Trooper Jane Archer, who witnessed her husband's murder, suspects the Satanic Slasher.
She defies department warnings and faces sexism during the investigation.
The film is produced by New Regency and opens in theaters on February 20, 2026.

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Story summary

The West Coast premiere of Psycho Killer occurred at the Aero Theater in Santa Monica, with cast members and a masked antagonist making a surprise appearance.
Kansas State Trooper Jane Archer, who witnessed her husband's murder, suspects the Satanic Slasher.
She defies department warnings and faces sexism during the investigation.
The film is produced by New Regency and opens in theaters on February 20, 2026.