Unmasking Clayface: Gotham’s Darkest New Threat You Didn’t See Coming – Hits Theatres October 23
Ever wonder what happens when Gotham’s most mysterious villain gets the horror thriller spotlight all to himself? DC Studios’ “Clayface,” directed by James Watkins and starring Tom Rhys Harries, is diving deep into the twisted journey of Matt Hagen—a street-savvy kid turned rising Hollywood star whose life takes a devastating nosedive thanks to a gritty crime boss. Imagine trying to claw your way back to the top only to find that the treatment saving your face might just be unravelling your mind… sounds intense, right? This film promises a heady mix of suspense, striking visuals, and a psychological spiral that grips you tighter with every scene. And honestly, who doesn’t love watching a cult favorite villain from Gotham’s rogues gallery being fleshed out with such raw edge? If you’re ready to see tragedy, revenge, and identity all morph into one epic tale — then keep your eyes peeled for “Clayface.”
DC Studios’ “Clayface” is a horror thriller from director James Watkins, starring Tom Rhys Harries in the title role of the cult favourite villain from Gotham’s rogues gallery.
Matt Hagen’s meteoric rise from Gotham street kid to Hollywood leading man is tragically cut short when a local crime boss’s actions leave him horribly disfigured.

Abandoned by his team and with nothing left, Matt seeks out a cutting edge treatment that miraculously returns him to his former self… but also unexpectedly affects his grip on reality, spiraling him down a destructive path of all-consuming revenge.
The film also stars Naomi Ackie, David Dencik, Max Minghella and Eddie Marsan, as well as Nancy Carroll and Joshua James.

James Watkins directs from a screenplay by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini, story by Flanagan, based on characters from DC. The film is produced by Matt Reeves, Lynn Harris, James Gunn and Peter Safran, with Michael E. Uslan, Chantal Nong Vo, Lars P. Winther, Rafi Crohn and Paul Ritchie executive producing.

Watkins’ creative team includes director of photography Rob Hardy, production designer James Price, editor Jon Harris and costume designer Keith Madden. Music is by Volker Bertelmann.

DC Studios Presents a 6th & Idaho Production, a James Watkins Film, “Clayface.” The film will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures and released only in theatres in North America on October 23, 2026, and internationally beginning 21 October 2026.





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