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Warner Bros. Unveils Clayface Teaser, Shifts Release to October 2026

4/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

Warner Bros. showcased the first Clayface teaser at CinemaCon, emphasizing body horror.
The teaser features Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, a disfigured actor.
Director James Watkins helms the film, scheduled for October 23, 2026.
The release date was moved from September 2026 to October 23, 2026.
DC Studios co-chief Peter Safran said the character's obscurity will shift after release, and the film's script by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini aims to redefine horror within the DC Universe.

History

Historical Context

Universal Pictures' 1931 release of "Frankenstein," featuring Boris Karloff, revolutionized horror cinema and established body horror as a genre. The upcoming 2026 film "Clayface," directed by James Watkins, aims to redefine horror within the DC Universe, drawing inspiration from early horror films. Clayface, originally introduced in 1940, has evolved from a villain to a complex character, reflecting changing audience perceptions of horror.

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Story summary

Warner Bros. showcased the first Clayface teaser at CinemaCon, emphasizing body horror.
The teaser features Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, a disfigured actor.
Director James Watkins helms the film, scheduled for October 23, 2026.
The release date was moved from September 2026 to October 23, 2026.
DC Studios co-chief Peter Safran said the character's obscurity will shift after release, and the film's script by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini aims to redefine horror within the DC Universe.

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