History of They Will Kill You in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 2, 2026

They Will Kill You is a 2026 action comedy horror film directed by Kirill Sokolov. Starring Zazie Beetz, Myha'la, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette, the film follows an ex-convict who takes a housekeeping job at a mysterious New York City high-rise. She soon discovers that numerous disappearances have occurred there, suggesting a sinister secret. The film is an international co-production involving South Africa, the United States, and Canada.

June 2024: Zazie Beetz to lead 'They Will Kill You'

In June 2024, Zazie Beetz was announced to lead the cast of 'They Will Kill You'. The film is the first project under Andy and Barbara Muschietti's new production company, Nocturna.

2024: Filming in Cape Town

In 2024, filming for 'They Will Kill You' took place in Cape Town, South Africa, concluding in December.

March 17, 2026: Premiere at SXSW

On March 17, 2026, 'They Will Kill You' premiered at the SXSW film festival.

March 27, 2026: Wide Release by Warner Bros. Pictures

On March 27, 2026, 'They Will Kill You' was released by Warner Bros. Pictures.

April 18, 2026: Box Office Gross

As of April 18, 2026, 'They Will Kill You' has grossed $11 million in the United States and Canada, and $8 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $19 million.

April 28, 2026: Digital Streaming Release

On April 28, 2026, 'They Will Kill You' was released on digital streaming platforms.

June 30, 2026: Home Media Release

On June 30, 2026, 'They Will Kill You' was released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD.

2026: Release of 'They Will Kill You'

In 2026, 'They Will Kill You', an action comedy horror film directed by Kirill Sokolov and co-written with Alex Litvak, was released. The film stars Zazie Beetz, Myha'la, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette. The plot centers on an ex-convict who becomes a housekeeper in a mysterious New York City high-rise.