Damian McCarthy horror film Hokum starring Adam Scott

The horror film Hokum, directed by Damian McCarthy, is scheduled for an earlier theatrical release in Germany on November 19, 2026, moved up from its original December 31 date by distributor DCM.

Starring Adam Scott, the film follows novelist Ohm Bauman as he travels to a remote Irish inn to scatter his parents' ashes. The story blends psychological horror with Irish folklore, centering on a dark legend involving a witch haunting the wedding suite. As Bauman experiences mysterious visions and a shocking disappearance, he must confront both supernatural threats and his own past.

McCarthy, known for his previous work on Oddity, utilizes a style that combines atmospheric tension, dark humor, and supernatural elements.