Universal Pictures has just unveiled a captivating featurette that delves into the ominous depths of the upcoming aquatic horror film, Night Swim. A spine-chilling collaboration between Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, the movie promises to plunge audiences into a sea of suspense and supernatural thrills. The newly released video showcases the insights of the masterminds behind the project, with producers Jason Blum and James Wan, alongside the visionary writer/director Bryce McGuire, unraveling the inspiration that birthed this chilling cinematic endeavor. Sprinkled with tantalizing glimpses of unseen footage, the featurette serves as a tantalizing preview of the impending horror spectacle.
Accompanied by a foreboding note, the creators caution: “No running. No diving. No lifeguard on duty. No swimming after dark.” Atomic Monster and Blumhouse, renowned for their previous collaboration on M3GAN, invite audiences to take a nerve-wracking plunge into the abyss of Night Swim, a supernatural thriller that promises to redefine the horror landscape.
In the promotional material, Blum ominously remarks, “Even though, in your mind, you understand that the pool is only a few feet deep, when the lights go out, anything could be beneath you.” McGuire shares his vision, expressing a desire for moviegoers to find themselves breathless with anticipation in the theater.
Now, I’ve never been one to shy away from the waters—heck, I’ve even surfed in the ocean at night. It seems unlikely that this film will stir any latent fears in me, but the prospect of an entertaining and pulse-quickening cinematic experience is certainly on the horizon. Night Swim appears poised to transform the seemingly serene setting of swimming pools into a haunting landscape of terror.
The narrative of Night Swim revolves around a family thrust into a harrowing encounter with a malevolent supernatural presence lurking within the confines of their backyard swimming pool. The plot unfolds with Ray Waller, portrayed by Wyatt Russell, a former major league baseball player grappling with early retirement due to a degenerative illness. Persuading his wife Eve, played by Kerry Condon, that the shimmering pool will be both a source of joy for their kids and a therapeutic oasis for himself, Ray unwittingly unleashes a dark secret from the home’s past—a malevolent force that threatens to drag the entire family into the inescapable abyss of terror.
Based on the 2014 short film by Rod Blackhurst and Bryce McGuire, Night Swim boasts a stellar cast, including Russell, Condon, Amélie Hoeferle, and Gavin Warren. Produced by horror maestros James Wan and Jason Blum, known for their contributions to iconic franchises like Saw, Insidious, and The Conjuring, the film promises to be a spine-tingling addition to their repertoire.
Prepare to submerge yourself in the depths of fear when Night Swim hits theaters on January 5th, 2024—a date that marks the beginning of a bone-chilling journey into the unknown.