They Will Kill You (2026)

Overview of the film "They Will Kill You" (2026)

"They Will Kill You" is a 2026 American action comedy horror film directed by Kirill Sokolov from a screenplay co-written with Alex Litvak. The film is an international co-production between South Africa, the United States, and Canada. It premiered at the SXSW festival on March 17, 2026, and was released in wide theatrical release in the US on March 27, 2026, with support from Warner Bros. The film later became available for streaming on HBO Max, where it quickly rose to number one in viewership.

Plot

The main character, Asia Reaves (Zazie Beetz), gets a job as a maid in the elite residential complex "Virgil" in New York. She has no idea that behind the luxurious facades hides a satanic cult that preys on residents. When her sister disappears, Asia realizes the building harbors terrifying secrets and enters a bloody fight with the cult, using all her survival skills.

Cast

• Zazie Beetz — Asia Reaves
• Myha'la — Sister of Asia
• Paterson Joseph — (role unspecified)
• Tom Felton — Kevin
• Heather Graham — Sharon
• Patricia Arquette — Lily, building superintendent

Crew

• Director: Kirill Sokolov
• Screenwriters: Kirill Sokolov, Alex Litvak
• Composer: Carlos Rafael Rivera
• Music Supervisor: Andrea von Foerster
• Casting Director: Richard Delia

Genres

• Action
• Comedy
• Horror

Reviews and Reception

The film received positive reviews from critics for its dynamic plot, black humor, and spectacular fight scenes. Deadline called the film an "adrenaline thriller," and Polygon noted that it "defies expectations" and became a hit on HBO Max.

Franchise Timeline

Currently, the film is not part of a franchise, but it has stylistic similarities to films such as "Ready or Not" and "The Raid."

Where to Watch

• In theaters: USA — from March 27, 2026 (Warner Bros.)
• Streaming: HBO Max (available from June 2026)
• Ukraine: Information about Ukrainian release or localized platforms is currently unavailable. Follow updates on UAKino.