Victorian Psycho
Upcoming horror film
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Victorian Psycho is an upcoming horror thriller film directed by Zachary Wigon and written by Virginia Feito, based on her novel of the same name, and starring Maika Monroe, Thomasin McKenzie, and Jason Isaacs.
by Virginia Feito
- Dan Kagan
- Sebastien Raybaud
- Zachary Wigon
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| Directed by | Zachary Wigon |
| Written by | Virginia Feito |
| Based on | Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito |
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| Cinematography | Nico Aguilar |
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| Language | English |
The film will have its world premiere at the Un Certain Regard section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival in May 2026. It is scheduled to be released in the United States by Bleecker Street on September 25.
Premise
In 1858, an eccentric young governess, Winifred Notty (Monroe), arrives at the remote gothic manor Ensor House. As Winifred assimilates, staff begin to inexplicably disappear, and the owners wonder if something is amiss about this new governess.
Cast
- Maika Monroe as Winifred Notty
- Thomasin McKenzie as Ms. Lamb
- Jason Isaacs as Mr. Pounds
- Amy De Bhrún as Mrs. Fancey
- Ruth Wilson as Mrs. Pounds
- Jacobi Jupe as Andrew Pounds
- Evie Templeton as Drusilla Pounds
Production
In October 2024, it was announced that Margaret Qualley was cast in the film.[2] In November 2024, it was announced that McKenzie was also cast in the film.[3] In December 2024, A24 acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film.[4]
By May 2025, Qualley had exited the film, with Maika Monroe replacing her, and A24 was no longer distributing the film. Jason Isaacs also joined the cast. In July 2025, True Brit Entertainment acquired the U.K. and Ireland distribution rights.[5][6][7] Principal photography on the film began on August 18, 2025, in Ireland, with Bleecker Street acquiring U.S. distribution rights to the film and aiming for a 2026 nationwide theatrical release.[8]
Release
In March 2026, it was announced that Victorian Psycho is scheduled to be released on September 25, 2026.[9]