Fan favourites Jessica Rothe (Happy Death Day) and Jane Levy (Evil Dead) are teaming up for more bloodshed, gore and slash, in Joshua Giuliano’s feature horror debut RIVER.

VARIETY have reported that the duo will battle a masked killer in a plot that sees three estranged siblings reunite in their hometown after the death of their father. They set out to scatter his ashes at his favourite spot on a remote river, but when their boat breaks down, the trip devolves into a waking nightmare.

Stranded miles from help with no cell service, they soon realize they’re being stalked by a faceless killer who has emerged from the woods. To survive the night, the siblings must put their long-standing grudges aside and fight together against a ruthless, almost mythic terror.

Giuliano is eagerly excited to bring you RIVER as he explains…

“River was six years in the making, a labor of love that culminated in the most rewarding experience of my life,” said Giuliano. “Working with Shudder has been a thrilling collaboration and knowing River will have a theatrical release is a dream come true. I look forward to sharing our terrifying creation with audiences.”

While Shudder’s vice president of development and production Nicholas Lazo also shared his excitement.

“Josh is a striking new voice in horror. His simultaneously beautiful and horrifying script captivated us from page one, and it’s our privilege to team up with such an immensely talented group of producers, cast and crew to bring his feature debut to life.”

RIVER is expected to be released sometime in 2026 through IFC followed by streaming on Shudder.