'Clayface': Release Date, Cast, and Everything About DC's Next Film

DC surprised fans by announcing Clayface, a production dedicated to the Batman villain, which will be a horror film. To help you learn more about the project, which will be the third live-action feature film in the new DCU (after Superman and Supergirl), Omelete tells you everything we already know about the film below. Check it out:

What is the story behind Clayface?

According to the official synopsis, the film Clayface will show the "terrible decline" of Matt Hagen, a Hollywood star who has become a monster seeking revenge. The production also promises to "explore the loss of identity and humanity, corrosive love, and the dark side of scientific ambition."

Who is in the cast of the DC horror movie?

Clayface will star Tom Rhys Harries (Doctor Who) as Matt Hagen, the actor who becomes the titular villain. The cast also includes Naomi Ackie (Mickey 17), Max Minghella (The Handmaid's Tale), Eddie Marsan (Heartstopper), David Dencik (The Chestnut Man), Nancy Carroll (Murder in Providence), Sonita Henry (Silo), Will Coban (Sandman), Tanya Moodie (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker), and Francesca Corney (The Ideal Girlfriend).

Which team is it?

Clayface is directed by James Watkins (Black Mirror) and written by Hossein Amini (Obi-Wan Kenobi), based on a script by Mike Flanagan (The Haunting of Hill House).

Does the movie have a poster?

Yes, Clayface has already received an official poster, highlighting the terrifying transformation process of its protagonist. See below:

Did Clayface get a trailer?

Clayface has received a series of trailers showing the horror Matt Hagen will experience and his transformation into the DC villain. Watch below:

Will Batman be in the film?

Considering that Clayface is a Batman villain, it's fair to wonder if the Dark Knight will be present in the film. However, so far, the information is that the hero will not appear in the movie, in a situation similar to the Joker films.

When does Clayface premiere?

Clayface arrives in cinemas on October 23, just in time for Halloween.