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Distribution of horror film Brute 1986

Overview

Cinephobia Releasing has acquired the North American and UK distribution rights for Brute 1986, a horror sequel directed by Marcel Walz and written by Joe Knetter. Following the 1970s aesthetic of its predecessor, Brute 1976, this sequel adopts a 1980s slasher style with heavy metal influences and practical gore.

The plot follows the glam metal band Leather Kobra during a music video shoot in a deserted town, where they encounter the violent Birdy family. The cast includes Bill Kaulitz, Dazelle Yvette, Sarah French, Gigi Gustin, and Lew Temple. Original music is contributed by Bill Kaulitz and CRAZY LIXX.

The film is scheduled for its world premiere at Tubi FrightFest Halloween on October 31, 2026.

Entities

Cinephobia Releasing · Marcel Walz · Bill Kaulitz · Tubi FrightFest Halloween · Joe Knetter

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Cinephobia Releasing acquires rights to horror sequel Brute 1986

    Cinephobia Releasing has acquired rights to Brute 1986, an 80s-style slasher sequel directed by Marcel Walz, set to premiere at Tubi FrightFest on October 31.

  2. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Brute 1986 horror sequel acquires North American and UK distribution rights

    Cinephobia Releasing has acquired distribution rights for Brute 1986, an 80s-inspired slasher sequel set to premiere at Tubi FrightFest Halloween on October 31, 2026.

Sources

24-ore.com · flickeringmyth.com · horrorfuel.com · scariesthings.com · themoviewaffler.com