Lionsgate has just dropped the official trailer for F** Marry Kill*, an upcoming slasher-comedy that plunges dating app disasters into thriller territory. Directed by Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens director Laura Murphy, the film stars Lucy Hale of Pretty Little Liars fame and takes a clever approach to the horror-comedy genre, focusing on a true-crime enthusiast who finds herself at the center of a real-life murder mystery.
In F*** Marry Kill, Lucy Hale plays Eva Vaughn, a true-crime podcast fanatic who is reluctantly thrust into the chaotic world of online dating. What begins as an attempt to help Eva find romance takes a dark turn when she realizes that one of her potential matches might be the city's infamous “Swipe Right Killer.” Her journey turns into a suspenseful, and darkly funny, quest to unmask the killer—with the help of her loyal friends—before it's too late.
The supporting cast includes Virginia Gardner (Marvel's Runaways), Samer Salem (The Handmaid's Tale), and Brooke Nevin (Good Trouble), with additional performances from Jedidiah Goodacre (Legacies) and Brendan Morgan (Meet Me Next Christmas). The screenplay, written by Meghan Brown and Ivan Diaz, keeps a sharp focus on the genre's comic side while delving into the dangers of digital dating and the dark allure of true crime. Produced by BuzzFeed Studios, the film boasts executive producers Matthew Helderman, Thomas Mann, and Luke Taylor.
F*** Marry Kill premieres in select theaters and on digital platforms on December 6, 2024, providing both horror fans and rom-com enthusiasts a genre-bending experience with a fresh, contemporary twist.
Conclusion With a December release, F*** Marry Kill looks poised to capture audiences with its witty script, seasoned cast, and intriguing blend of romance, horror, and comedy. The film's modern-day dating nightmare premise is sure to resonate with viewers, adding a fresh take on both romantic comedy and slasher tropes.
The premise of F*** Marry Kill* offers a unique angle in horror-comedy by weaving together online dating and true crime. Lucy Hale's role as a true-crime enthusiast-turned-sleuth should strike a chord with fans of both murder mysteries and comedic thrillers, blending suspense and laughs. The supporting cast's experience in drama and suspense adds depth, making it a promising ensemble for the genre. Director Laura Murphy's background in comedy, especially with Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens, suggests that F*** Marry Kill will balance horror and humor without tipping too far into cliché. It'll be interesting to see how this film resonates in the age of true-crime podcasts and dating app culture, and I'm eager to see if it captures the suspenseful intrigue the trailer promises.
Would you swipe right on a dating app horror-comedy like F*** Marry Kill? What do you think makes horror-comedies appealing?
