UPDATE: The highly anticipated horror film Mother of Flies has just unveiled its chilling first trailer, igniting excitement among fans ahead of its release on January 23, 2026, exclusively on the horror streaming platform Shudder. This latest project from the indie filmmaking family, the Adams Family, promises to deliver a macabre journey into the depths of desperation and dark magic.
In the gripping trailer, viewers are introduced to Mickey, a young girl grappling with a terminal diagnosis that threatens to cut her life short. Desperate for a miracle, she and her father, Jake, seek out the enigmatic local witch, Solveig, who claims she can delay death—though at a horrific cost. As Solveig ominously states, “to rule death, one must love it… lie with it.”
The trailer teases gruesome rituals over a span of three days, showcasing haunting imagery of writhing maggots, desiccated corpses, and shocking body horror. The film’s dark themes and unsettling visuals have drawn early praise, with critics already heralding it as a potential standout in the horror genre.
Directed and written by John Adams, Zelda Adams, and Toby Poser, Mother of Flies continues the family’s legacy of unique storytelling. The film also features performances from Lulu Adams, James Lindsay, Noble Wilson-Eiden, and Jessica Beveridge. Notably, the family’s band, H6LLB6ND6R, provides the haunting score, enhancing the film’s eerie atmosphere.
This film premiered at last summer’s Fantastic Fest, receiving a rapturous response and currently boasting a 100% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics are already calling it a must-watch for horror enthusiasts, with Collider’s Joel Medina noting its potential to be “an eternally chilling metaphor for the pains of growing up.”
The Adams Family, not to be confused with the iconic cartoon family, is composed of self-taught filmmakers who gained recognition with their breakout feature, Hellbender, released during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their previous works, including The Deeper You Dig and Where The Devil Roams, have cemented their status in the indie horror scene.
As anticipation builds for Mother of Flies, horror fans are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates. With its unsettling premise and disturbing imagery, this film is poised to leave a lasting impression when it premieres on January 23, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to experience the nightmare—mark your calendars now!
