Speak No Evil

2024 - 9 - 11

When 'Speak No Evil' Invites You Over, Don't Forget to Bring a Friend!

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Get ready to scream (and laugh)! 'Speak No Evil' is haunting the box office while Beetlejuice calls dibs on the throne. 🎬🔪

As horror movies flood the cinema screen, "Speak No Evil" is stepping into the spotlight, promising thrills and chills for moviegoers. This remake of the acclaimed Danish horror film has peaked the interest of film lovers worldwide, with James McAvoy taking on an unnervingly warm appearance as the overly-friendly patriarch who invites unsuspecting tourists into his home. While Beetlejuice 2 may be roosting atop the box office like the mischievous ghost that it is, "Speak No Evil" is aiming to haul in around $10 million by the end of its debut weekend, which ain't a bad start!

The film sets the stage for a captivating game of cat and mouse, throwing in slasher tropes and perfecting the art of suspense. As twists and turns unfold - and let's be real, it wouldn't be a slasher flick without are-we-there-yet moments amid a low-cell reception country setting - audiences will likely find themselves on the edge of their seats, clenching the armrests out of sheer anxiety. Are you team "yes please" or team "heck no"? Either way, McAvoy and co. are cooking up something that will leave you guessing until the credits roll.

Early reviews indicate that while purists of the original Danish movie might flinch at some of the changes, the Hollywood remake is still packing a serious punch. McAvoy shines in a role that requires him to tread a fine line between charming and monstrous, reminding viewers that sometimes the friendlier the face, the sharper the claws. The film not only marks a significant return for McAvoy since the 2014 hits, but its Rotten Tomatoes debut suggests that this thrilling remake has the potential to thrill audiences while still riveting enough to spark debate among horror aficionados.

In case you missed it, "Speak No Evil" may not be the only movie stirring up chatter as it makes its theatrical debut; alongside it, fans can tune in to new seasons of guilty pleasures like "Emily in Paris." The fun continues as the cinematic world collides with urban charm, proving you can dance among the macabre and still find time for a little romance.

Fun Fact: James McAvoy’s chilling portrayal of the overly-friendly host has made audiences wonder just how polite is too polite? Also, the film’s remarkable debut and buzz around its score on Rotten Tomatoes hint at a potential resurgence for the genre, satisfying both existing fans and novices alike. Who knew the horror genre could be an excellent conversation starter?

So grab some popcorn, gather your bravest friends, and prepare for an unforgettable cinematic experience. Come for the thrills, stay for the laughs, and see if you can spot the family pet before it’s too late!

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Box Office: 'Beetlejuice 2' to Lead, 'Speak No Evil' Targets $10 Million (Variety)

"Speak No Evil," a remake of the Danish horror film, is expected to earn $10 million in its box office debut.

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Movie Review: Sinister and unhinged, James McAvoy is the ... (ABC News)

Has there ever been a horror film set in a country home with a decent cell signal.

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Speak No Evil review – an effective game of cat and mouse (Little White Lies)

James McAvoy is a blast as the overly-friendly patriarch who invites unwitting tourists back to his west country stack for fun and games.

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Box office preview: Will Speak No Evil beat Beetlejuice Beetlejuice? (Goldderby)

James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis and Scott McNairy star in Universal Pictures and Blumhouse's remake of the Danish horror film.

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Speak No Evil relies on slasher tropes to create a spectacle (The Globe and Mail)

Speak No Evil. Directed by James Watkins. Written by Christian Tafdrup, Mads Tafdrup and James Watkins. Starring James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis and Scoot ...

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Speak No Evil's Rotten Tomatoes Debut Earns James McAvoy His ... (Screen Rant)

The new Blumhouse horror movie Speak No Evil debuts on Rotten Tomatoes with the best score for Split and It: Chapter Two star James McAvoy since 2014.

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James McAvoy, Scoot McNairy go mano-a-mano in sly 'Speak No Evil' (Houston Chronicle)

The Hollywood remake of the downbeat Danish thriller probably won't satisfy purist fans of the original movie but it still packs quite a punch.

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It List: 'Speak No Evil' looms large, 'Emily in Paris' takes a Roman holiday, 'Sister Wives' examines the ties that bind (Yahoo Entertainment)

Speak No Evil makes its presence known · When: Speak No Evil is in theaters Sept. 13. · What to know: Fans finally get to see Speak No Evil after its trailer seemingly played before every movie for the last few months. · Why I'll be seeing it: James McAvoy ...

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Sinister and Unhinged, James McAvoy Is the Host From Hell in ... (KQED)

This thrilling remake of a Danish horror film is a stern reminder that politeness isn't always a good thing.

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The Movie Guru: 'Speak No Evil' still disturbing, while 'The Killer's ... (Vail Daily News)

Speak No Evil (in theaters) The “Speak No Evil” remake hitting theaters now is slightly less dark and disturbing than the 2022 Danish original, ...

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'Speak No Evil' Review - An Unhinged Crowd-Pleaser (Geek Vibes Nation)

Written and directed by James Watkins, Speak No Evil is an unhinged crowd-pleaser. Get our thoughts and more with our in-depth review!

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'Speak No Evil' Star Mackenzie Davis Breaks Down the Film's 'Halt ... (Hollywood Reporter)

The actor talks reuniting with 'Halt' star Scoot McNairy and going from a sibling-like dynamic to playing a married couple: “There was something that felt ...

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How Speak No Evil Channels James McAvoy's Performance from ... (SYFY WIRE)

Sure, McAvoy was scary good in Split and Glass, but director James Watkins was intrigued by something filthier. By James Grebey Sep 11, 2024, 5:00 PM ET.

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'Speak No Evil' review: Invited to the countryside? Have some ... (Chicago Tribune)

A remake of the 2022 Danish original, this psychological thriller gets by on its cast and filmmaker James Watkins' one-wracked-nerve-at-a-time pacing.

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Movie review: 'Speak No Evil' remake needs to be talked about (OSU - The Lantern)

Snakes. · “Speak No Evil” — director James Watkins' English-language remake of Danish director Christian Tafdrup's 2022 film by the same name — draws attention ...

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Canadian actress Mackenzie Davis speaks on her role in James ... (OSU - The Lantern)

She may not be speaking any evil, but Canadian actress Mackenzie Davis discussed her on-set experiences, costars and more in relation to her newest film ...

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Speak No Evil: X-Men star James McAvoy on Malvern Hills (Malvern Gazette)

The new psychological thriller Speak No Evil starring 'X-Men' actor James McAvoy was filmed on the Malvern Hills.

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When Is 'Speak No Evil' Coming To Streaming? (Forbes)

James McAvoy's new psychological horror thriller "Speak No Evil” is new in theaters. How soon will it be available to watch at home?

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"It Leaves an Ick": Speak No Evil's Scoot McNairy Says Film Will ... (SYFY WIRE)

In our exclusive interview, Speak No Evil's Scoot McNairy and director James Watkins explain why parents should prepare for the thriller starring James ...

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'Speak No Evil' Review: He Seemed So Nice (The New York Times)

The first time that Louise (Mackenzie Davis) and Ben (Scoot McNairy), an American couple, really notice Paddy (an exhaustingly over-the-top James McAvoy), he's ...

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'Speak No Evil': If you can't say something nice … scream! (The Washington Post)

Our victims are Louise and Ben Dalton (Mackenzie Davis and Scoot McNairy) and their 11-year-old daughter, Agnes (Alix West Lefler) — a milquetoast American ...

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Speak No Evil: X-Men star James McAvoy on Malvern Hills (Bromsgrove Advertiser)

And one of the major young supporting actors behind the much-anticipated film is represented by a Malvern talent agency. Worcestershire Film Office facilitated ...

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Speak No Evil film review — James McAvoy leads dark comedy of ... (Financial Times)

That deeply first-world problem is the root of this redo of a well-received Danish chiller from 2022. Mischievously, British director James Watkins now uses a ...

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Speak No Evil: a jacked-up James McAvoy is the highlight of this ... (The Conversation UK)

Laying bare our collective deep-lying, half-acknowledged fears and phobias, horror has always been, to quote critic Fredric Jameson, a “socially symbolic” ...

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'Speak No Evil' review: James McAvoy a wicked delight in horror ... (The Seattle Times)

"Speak No Evil" doesn't break any new ground, but star James McAvoy delivers a wickedly fun performance, writes Moira Macdonald.

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James McAvoy's positively toxic 'Speak No Evil' villain was 'a tricky gift' (USA TODAY)

James McAvoy has played good guys and villains, and he gets to combine the two as the complex antagonist of new horror movie remake "Speak No Evil."

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'Speak No Evil' Review: He Seemed So Nice (The New York Times)

In this horror remake, James McAvoy plays an aggressively friendly British stranger who extends a dubious invitation to an American couple. Suckers!

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Does 'Speak No Evil' Have An End Credits Scene? (Forbes)

Speak No Evil”—a psychological horror thriller starring James McAvoy—is new in theaters this weekend. Do the film's end credits indicate that more evil is ...

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'Speak No Evil' review: Remake's new ending is far less evil (Los Angeles Times)

A man leers into a mirror. James McAvoy in the movie “Speak No Evil.” (Jay Maidment / Universal Pictures / Blumhouse).

Speak no Evil (Illinois Times)

Speak effectively pushes viewers' buttons While I'm often weary of American remakes of foreign films, on rare occasion this approach produces a worthy ...

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MOVIE REVIEW: 'Speak No Evil' is a fiendish delight (Huntsville Item)

We're still a few weeks out from October, but the new horror movies are already flowing out from major studios, and the last high-profile release in the ...

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'Speak No Evil' Star Scoot McNairy Explains Why the Reconceived ... (Hollywood Reporter)

The remake of the 2022 Danish film swerves in a new direction, and while the actor is a fan of the original, he admits one aspect "didn't sit well with me, ...

Review: <em>Speak No Evil</em> Offers a Slightly Milder ... (thirdcoastreview.com)

Shortly after watching Speak No Evil, I went back to my original review of the 2022 Danish horror sensation of the same name directed by Christian Tafdrup, ...

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The Ending of Speak No Evil, Explained (SYFY WIRE)

Now that Speak No Evil is in theaters, let's take a closer look at that ending. So what happens at the end of the scary movie starring James McAvoy?

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