Adam Scott's 'Hokum' Teaser Is the Freakiest 40 Seconds You'll See All Day
The 'Severance' star dives into supernatural horror in the next film from 'Oddity' director Damien McCarthy; it hits theaters May 1.
gizmodo.comAdam Scott Hokum is a 2026 Irish-set supernatural horror film directed by Damian McCarthy, with Scott starring as a horror novelist who visits a remote inn to scatter his parents’ ashes; the story centers on witch lore and atmospheric terror. Release plans have been covered by multiple outlets, with Neon involved in distribution and early look materials released in 2025, indicating a 2026 theatrical window. Recent press appearances include Adam Scott promoting Hokum in interviews and coverage around its premiere and related trailer materials.[1][2][3][4][6][7]
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The 'Severance' star dives into supernatural horror in the next film from 'Oddity' director Damien McCarthy; it hits theaters May 1.
gizmodo.comAccording to a new report from Variety, Adam Scott is set to step into the horror genre once again, as he'll star in Hokum.
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www.imdb.comNeon and Waypoint Entertainment’s Cweature Features have come on board Hokum, starring Adam Scott.
ground.newsAdam Scott leads Hokum, a new supernatural horror from Damian McCarthy arriving in theaters May 2026 with a chilling Irish setting.
www.thathashtagshow.comIn his first two feature films—Caveat in 2020 and Oddity in 2024—Damian McCarthy has proven himself to be a master of cursed objects and messed-up locations.
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