Frens, if you thought Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey was wild, wait until you get a look at Pinocchio Unstrung.
The viral horror movie is headed to theaters on July 24, and it transforms the beloved wooden puppet into something straight out of your nightmares.
Starring horror icon Robert Englund and Richard Brake, this twisted take on the classic fairytale looks like it was designed to ruin a few childhood memories.
What To Know
- Release Date: July 24, 2026
- Runtime: 88 minutes
- Rating: Anticipated Rated R
- Stars: Robert Englund, Richard Brake, Jessica Balmer, Cameron Bell
Set inside an elite London prep school, Pinocchio Unstrung follows a deadly version of Pinocchio who has one goal: becoming a real boy like his brother James.
Created by Geppetto and influenced by a sinister Cricket, Pinocchio embarks on a violent crusade that leaves a trail of terror in its wake.
The film comes from the team behind Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey, another horror hit that turned a familiar childhood character into nightmare fuel.
The buzz isn’t just coming from horror fans.
Pinocchio Unstrung has already earned awards attention, taking home the Silver Méliès Special Jury Prize at the Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival and receiving multiple nominations at the Raindance Film Festival, including Best Horror and Best UK Feature.
Watch The Pinocchio Unstrung Trailer
If you’re curious to see what this nightmare version of Pinocchio looks like, check out the official trailer below.
From the creepy character designs to the slasher horror vibes, it’s clear this isn’t the fairytale most of us grew up with.
Watch the trailer and see why horror fans are already talking about Pinocchio Unstrung ahead of its theatrical release.
Will You Be Watching?
Pinocchio Unstrung opens in theaters nationwide on July 24.
Are you checking out this dark new take on the classic fairytale, or is this one a little too creepy for your watchlist?
Drop down in the comments and let me know.
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