The Dreadful (2026)
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In medieval England, Anne and her domineering mother-in-law Morwen struggle to survive on the outskirts of society. But when a man from Anne's past returns from war, a curse begins to take shape through a mysterious knight and threatens to destroy them all.
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... Anne
... Jago
... Morwen
... Seamus
... Brother Penros
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Full review: https://fandomwire.com/the-dreadful-review/
Rating: C
"The Dreadful settles into a space where its Gothic atmosphere and the high-profile reunion of its leads are undermined by a familiar narrative structure. The slow-burn pace often feels like a mask for a lack of genuine surprises or narrative momentum, and while Sophie Turner and Kit Harington deliver committed performances that navigate complex themes of submission and religious fanaticism, the generic execution prevents the story of Anne's awakening from feeling as impactful or memorable as it should. It's a somber meditation on the heavy toll of survival and the shifting nature of trust, reminding us that personal awakening is often the most violent and necessary act of survival one can face."
Director:
Writer:
Natasha Kermani (Writer)
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Release Date:
2026-02-20
Run Time:
94 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Reviews of
The Dreadful
Full review: https://fandomwire.com/the-dreadful-review/
Rating: C
"The Dreadful settles into a space where its Gothic atmosphere and the high-profile reunion of its leads are undermined by a familiar narrative structure. The slow-burn pace often feels like a mask for a lack of genuine surprises or narrative momentum, and while Sophie Turner and Kit Harington deliver committed performances that navigate complex themes of submission and religious fanaticism, the generic execution prevents the story of Anne's awakening from feeling as impactful or memorable as it should. It's a somber meditation on the heavy toll of survival and the shifting nature of trust, reminding us that personal awakening is often the most violent and necessary act of survival one can face."
Cast & Crew of
The Dreadful
Cast
... Anne
... Jago
... Morwen
... Seamus
... Brother Penros
... Kayna
... Young Jago
... Young shipwreck sailor
... Older shipwreck sailor
... Merchant
... Young Anne
... Sheamus
Crew
... Director
... Writer
... Executive Producer
... Producer
... Producer
... Producer
... Producer
... Producer
... Producer
... Director of Photography
... Original Music Composer
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