The movie is set for a nationwide theatrical rollout by Mainframe on Halloween, with “Mischief Night Sneak Previews” on October 30, followed by Cineverse’s digital release in early 2026.
Landry Bender plays college student Olivia who infiltrates a dangerous self-actualization community after her mother becomes entangled with its enigmatic “anti-cult” leader, played by Jake Weber.
The film is directed by Emmy Award winner Erik Bloomquist and co-penned with brother Carson. The brothers produce for Mainframe alongside co-producers Amy Hargreaves, Landry Bender, Tyler Lavalley, Jerry Daigle, William Kay, and Chris Woodward.
Weber and Bender are joined in the cast by Madison Lintz, in the role of Olivia’s friend, and Amy Hargreaves as the mother. Supporting cast includes Carol Cadby (Radium Girls), Blaque Fowler (Halloween Ends), Adam Weppler (Long Lost), and Erik Bloomquist. Casting is by Nick Peciaro, CSA.
“The tireless team of genre fanatics at Cineverse have built a thrilling ecosystem, and we’re eager to contribute to their uncompromising filmography,” said the Bloomquists.
The deal was negotiated by WTFilms partner Gregory Chambet and Dan Fisher, Vice President, Acquisitions at Cineverse. WTFilms reps worldwide rights and will continue to sell available territories at the upcoming AFM. Other deals for the title include Encripta (Latin America) and Njuta Films (Scandinavia).
“Self-Help represents everything we love about horror: fearless storytelling, visceral gore, and disturbing imagery that stays with you long after the credits roll. We’re delighted to be bringing Erik and Carson’s next film to audiences across North America,” said Cineverse.
Weber is repped by Luminary Partners and Framework Entertainment; Bender by Innovative Artists and Luber Roklin Entertainment; Lintz by Greene Talent and Link Entertainment; and Hargreaves by Artists & Representatives and Smith Talent Group.
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