Key Facts
Cineverse, along with its horror label Bloody Disgusting, has secured U.S. VOD and streaming rights for the horror-comedy film 'Portal to Hell.' The movie marks the feature debut of writer-director Woody Bess, previously known for his Blacklist script 'Total Landscaping.' A limited theatrical release is planned before the digital premiere this summer.
Cast and Crew
The film stars Trey Holland ('The Diabolical'), Romina D'Ugo ('12 Monkeys'), Keith David ('The Thing'), and Richard Kind ('Spin City'). Supporting cast includes Michael McDonald, Casey Deidrick, Trevor Newlin, Ryan Follesé, Kevin Fonteyne, and Monet Weir. The production companies involved are Little Shadows, Hello Moon, Ford Films, This is Swington, Dalmatian Cow, and Baked Studios. Producers are Trey Holland, Lucas Ford, and Tom Watts, with executive producers Keith David, Dionne Lea Williams, Matthew Dean Russell, and George A Loucas.
Plot Overview
The story centers on Dunn (Holland), a debt collector living a monotonous life. When a mysterious portal appears at his local laundromat, a demon (Kind) emerges to drag his neighbor Mr. Bobshank (David) to hell for an unpaid debt. Dunn, skilled in settling debts, refuses the demon's offer of three souls in exchange for Bobshank's freedom, setting off a darkly comedic chain of events.
Release Details
The theatrical rollout begins July 9, 2026, at Paradise in Toronto, followed by screenings at venues across North America including Portland, Kansas City, Syracuse, Vancouver, Rehoboth Beach, Huntsville, St. Louis, Tuscaloosa, Florence, Corvallis, Oklahoma City, and Beverly Hills. Digital release on Cineverse will follow the theatrical run.
Industry Response
Dan Fisher, Vice President of Acquisitions at Cineverse, praised the film as 'sharp, wildly entertaining genre film that Cineverse and Bloody Disgusting audiences respond to — inventive, funny, and genuinely horror-forward.' The filmmakers expressed excitement about partnering with Cineverse, stating the collaboration felt like 'a good home to bring our film to a larger audience.'
FAQ
What is 'Portal to Hell' about?
The film follows Dunn, a debt collector whose routine life is disrupted when a portal opens in his local laundromat. A demon appears to drag his neighbor to hell for an unpaid debt, leading to a sinister deal.
Who stars in 'Portal to Hell'?
The cast includes Trey Holland, Romina D'Ugo, Keith David, Richard Kind, Michael McDonald, Casey Deidrick, and others.
When will 'Portal to Hell' be released?
A limited theatrical rollout begins July 9, 2026, in Toronto, followed by screenings across North America through October 2026. A digital release on Cineverse will follow.