New Trailer for ‘Mother of Flies’ Unleashes Horror Ahead of Premiere

URGENT UPDATE: The highly anticipated horror film Mother of Flies has just released its chilling first trailer, sending waves through the horror community. This unsettling film from the acclaimed Adams Family will premiere on Shudder on January 23, 2026.

In this gripping tale, a desperate family confronts death in a nightmarish quest for survival. The trailer reveals that young Mickey faces a terminal diagnosis, compelling her to seek help from an enigmatic local witch named Solveig. Her father, Jake, uncertain yet determined to save his daughter, agrees to undergo Solveig’s harrowing three-day ritual, fraught with grotesque and macabre challenges.

The trailer teases horrifying visuals of writhing maggots and disturbing corpses, underscoring the film’s tagline: “to rule death, one must love it… lie with it.” This dark transformation may lead to consequences far worse than the fate they seek to escape.

Directed and written by the talented trio of John Adams, Zelda Adams, and Toby Poser, Mother of Flies boasts a family affair, with Poser also producing and Adams serving as editor and director of photography. The film features performances from Lulu Adams, James Lindsay, Noble Wilson-Eiden, and Jessica Beveridge. The spine-chilling score is provided by their band, H6LLB6ND6R.

This film follows the family’s previous success, Hellbender, which became a sleeper hit on Shudder after its release during the COVID-19 pandemic. Following its debut at Fantastic Fest, Mother of Flies has garnered critical acclaim, currently boasting a perfect 100% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

As the horror genre continues to evolve, the Adams Family’s unique storytelling and chilling visuals promise to captivate audiences once again. Stay tuned for more updates as the premiere date approaches.

Share this thrilling trailer with fellow horror enthusiasts and mark your calendars for January 23, 2026!