Speak No Evil (2024): Release date, cast, plot, and everything you need to know

Speak No Evil is an American psychological thriller film set to be released in the U.S. by Universal Pictures. Derived from the Danish film of the same title released in 2022, this remake features a remarkable cast comprising James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Aisling Franciosi, and Scoot McNairy.

Coming from Blumhouse Productions, the narrative of the film focuses on a family holiday that rapidly transforms into psychological turmoil. The film follows the journey of an American family, the Daltons, whose holiday in Italy takes a dark twist when they accept the invitation from their new travel buddies to their farm.

Speak No Evil (2024) is scheduled to be released in U.S. theatres on September 13, 2024. It was previously introduced at the DGA Theatre in New York City on September 9, 2024.

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What is the storyline of Speak No Evil?

According to Comicbook.com, Speak No Evil (2024) follows Ben and Louise Dalton. This American couple, along with their daughter, Agnes, moves to London and plans a holiday in Italy. During their vacation, they meet a lively couple, Paddy and Ciara, and their son, Ant. While Paddy's family, with his wife Ciara and their son Ant, is lively, the Daltons are anxious and shy.

As they say, opposites attract. Eventually, the two families quickly form a friendship during their travels. Though it starts as a friendly bond growing between two newly-introduced families, it takes a dark turn when the Daltons visit Paddy and Ciara's remote farm.

It gradually becomes evident that the weekend getaway holds much more than just friendship. Their seemingly pleasant weekend transforms into a psychological nightmare.

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The cast of the film

In the movie, James McAvoy plays Paddy, a charming yet sinister figure. Mackenzie Davis, known for her roles in the Black Mirror episode San Junipero, takes on the role of Louise Dalton, a cautious mother who quickly senses something is amiss.

Aisling Franciosi portrays Ciara, Paddy’s enigmatic partner, while Scoot McNairy plays Ben Dalton, Louise’s husband. Alix West Lefler stars as their daughter, Agnes, and Dan Hough plays Ant, the carefree child of Paddy and Ciara.

The talented ensemble brings a unique dynamic to the film, with each actor contributing to the film's intense atmosphere. In an interview with Movieweb, published on April 20, 2024, Scoot shares his experience of working in the movie:

"I couldn't be more excited. I had the opportunity to take a look at it, and it's really well done. The pacing is incredible. It moves really fast, and it's different than the original Danish film. James Watkins put together such an interesting film, and the cast was amazing."

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Speak No Evil (2024): More details to explore before watching the film

James Watkins, who is well-known for his earlier horror films like Eden Lake and The Woman in Black, is directing Speak No Evil (2024). Maintaining the tension-filled atmosphere of the original, Watkins brings his unique style to this remake of the Danish film, offering a fresh American viewpoint.

Before the film was wrapped up in November 2023, the film was shot across Croatia and Gloucester, England, with production momentarily stopped owing to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike. Created by Jason Blum, Speak No Evil is anticipated to bring an edge-of-your-seat experience that Blumhouse Productions is renowned for.

Speak No Evil opens theatrically on September 13, 2024.