Other Mommy (2026)

Other Mommy is a 2026 American supernatural horror film directed by Rob Savage with a screenplay by Nathan Elston, based on Josh Malerman's novel Incidents Around the House (a New York Times bestseller). The film follows 8-year-old Bela, who lives in a family with marital problems. She encounters a sinister entity that emerges from her closet. She calls this entity "Other Mommy," and it becomes increasingly threatening to her and her family. Jessica Chastain plays a dual role as the mother Ursula and her monstrous doppelgänger "Other Mommy." The film blends emotional drama with horror, exploring themes of family relationships and paranormal intrusion.

Key Information:

• Director: Rob Savage (known for Host, Dashcam, The Boogeyman)
• Screenwriter: Nathan Elston (WGA Award winner)
• Original Author: Josh Malerman (author of Bird Box)
• Producer: James Wan
• Executive Producers: Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Rob Savage, Josh Malerman, Ryan Lewis
• Studios: Blumhouse, Atomic Monster, Universal Pictures
• Release Date: October 9, 2026 (in US theaters; previously scheduled for May 8, 2026)
• Language: English
• Genre: supernatural horror film

Cast:

• Jessica Chastain as Ursula / Other Mommy
• Jay Duplass
• Arabella Olivia Clark as Bela
• Dichen Lachman
• Arian Moayed
• Karen Allen

Trailer: The first official trailer was released on July 21, 2026, and received significant buzz among horror fans.

Franchise Chronology:

The film is a standalone adaptation of the novel Incidents Around the House and currently has no direct sequels, prequels, or spin-offs. However, it belongs to the creative body of work of director Rob Savage, who previously directed:

• Host (2020) — a supernatural horror film set during a Zoom séance.
• Dashcam (2021) — a found-footage horror about a streamer who encounters the supernatural.
• The Boogeyman (2023) — an adaptation of Stephen King's short story about a monster lurking in the shadows.

Where to Watch:

The film is released in theaters on October 9, 2026. Official platforms for post-theatrical viewing have not yet been announced. Follow updates on the official site: Other Mommy Official Site (mentioned in sources).

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