Apartment 7A, a prequel to the iconic Rosemary's Baby, has captivated audiences eager for a modern take on the chilling narrative found in Ira Levin's original story. Directed by Natalie Erika James, this psychological thriller promises to delve into the unsettling history of the Bramford apartment building, where dark secrets fester beneath the surface.
With a screenplay co-written by Christian White and Skylar James, Apartment 7A aims to blend the classic elements of horror with fresh, contemporary storytelling, allowing both newcomers and die-hard fans to experience a sense of dread and suspense.
Set against the backdrop of 1965 New York City, the film follows a young dancer whose aspirations and dreams are overshadowed by the eerie happenings within her new home. With a talented cast led by Julia Garner, Dianne Wiest, and Jim Sturgess, Apartment 7A is positioned to be a compelling addition to the Rosemary's Baby franchise.
Premiering at Fantastic Fest on September 20, 2024, the film is set for simultaneous release on Paramount+ and digital platforms on September 27, just in time for the Halloween season.
Exploring details of Apartment 7A trailer and release date
The wait is almost over for horror enthusiasts, as Apartment 7A is set to premiere on September 27, 2024. Paramount+ is positioning the film as a significant highlight for its Paramount+ Peak Screaming catalog, which aims to deliver chilling content for the Halloween season. While the movie was first announced back in 2021, it took some time to come to fruition, generating excitement and speculation among fans.
In the lead-up to its release, the official trailer for Apartment 7A has been unveiled, offering a glimpse into the atmospheric tension and psychological terror that await viewers. The trailer introduces Julia Garner’s character, Terry Gionoffrio, an aspiring Broadway dancer whose promising career is derailed by a severe injury.
As she moves into the Bramford apartment building, the seemingly warm hospitality of her elderly landlords quickly reveals a sinister undertone, hinting at the dark forces at play within the walls of her new home.
Cast details of Apartment 7A
For Apartment 7A, Julia Garner, who won accolades for her role in Ozark, leads the way as Terry Gionoffrio. Dianne Wiest, known for playing prominent roles in I Care A Lot and Hannah and Her Sisters, steps into the shows of a supporting character, named Margaux Castevet. Jim Sturgess is Alan Marchand, a Broadway Producer.
Kevin McNally from Pirates of the Caribbean, Marli Siu, Rosy McEwen, and Kobna Holdbrook-Smith are also part of the cast.
Plot details of the movie
Set in 1965 New York City, the plot of this motion picture revolves around the unfortunate Terry Gionoffrio, a professional dancer, whose life is destroyed because of a serious injury. With broken dreams, she searches for quietness and new opportunities and moves into a luxurious Bramford apartment building where she finds an old couple giving her her sanctuary.
However, things eventually turn into a nightmare as she begins to experience odd and then horrifying things in strange places in her house.
By a stroke of luck, Terry eventually meets Broadway producer Alan Marchand. Over the course of time, promise and success arrive to her, but at a price. While dealing with the dark secrets, hidden within her Bramford house, Terry has to engage in grotesque suicidal battles, and face many more intimidating challenges.
Apartment 7A is scheduled to release on September 27, 2024.