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Clayface star teases the film makes you question "where your ethical line is" on Matt Hagen's violent…
Director James Watkins and actors Tom Rhys Harries, Naomi Ackie, and Max Minghella discuss the upcoming film Clayface, highlighting its exploration of ethical boundaries and the protagonist's descent into extreme revenge. The film aims to make audiences question their own morals as Matt Hagen's actions become increasingly violent, despite his sympathetic origins and the audience's initial investment in his journey.
Who is Matt Hagen? DC villain Clayface, explained
This article explains the origin story of the DC villain Clayface, focusing on the character Matt Hagen. It details his transformation from a Hollywood actor into the shapeshifting villain, drawing inspiration from Batman: The Animated Series and contrasting it with his comic book origins. The piece also touches on his future appearances in the DCU.
Clayface director didn't want to reference Batman because the DC horror is like how "Joker is the story of one…
Director James Watkins explains why Batman is absent from the upcoming DC horror film Clayface, likening its focus on Matt Hagen's story to that of Joker. The film aims to establish Gotham City as a character itself, drawing inspiration from German expressionist cinema and gritty 1970s-90s New York photography.
James Gunn shares list of body horror movies to watch ahead of Clayface premiere – and it's mostly David…
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn shared a list of body horror films to watch in anticipation of the upcoming movie Clayface. The list heavily features David Cronenberg's work, alongside other notable titles like John Carpenter's The Thing and Guillermo del Toro's Cronos. Gunn confirmed that Clayface will be a straight-up horror film.
Clayface star Tom Rhys Harries lets slip that Matt Hagen knows Batman is in Gotham during the DCU movie: "We have…
Clayface star Tom Rhys Harries has hinted that Batman is present in Gotham within the upcoming DCU movie. While discussing the film's footage, Harries suggested that characters Matt Hagen and Dr. Caitlin Bates discuss Batman's presence. This has led to speculation among fans that the Caped Crusader will be a part of the villain's origin story, even if Robert Pattinson's Batman is not involved.
Despite writing the script, Mike Flanagan says he hasn't seen Clayface and it's "very much not mine"
Mike Flanagan, credited as the writer for the upcoming DCU film Clayface, states he has not seen the movie and that it is "very much not mine." He explained that after submitting his script, the project moved to director James Watkins, and Flanagan has not been involved since. The film, starring Tom Rhys Harries and Naomi Ackie, is set to release on October 23.
Clayface release date, plot, trailer, cast and more news
The DCU horror film Clayface is set to release on October 23, 2026, with James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU: Chapter One. Directed by James Watkins and scripted by horror maestro Mike Flanagan, the movie stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen/Clayface. The film will explore the origin story of the actor who becomes the shapeshifting villain after a disfiguring accident and a visit to an off-beat scientist.
Chilling Clayface trailer teases the DCU's first full-blown horror movie
The first trailer for the DCU movie Clayface has been released, showcasing a terrifying tone distinct from other DC films and leaning heavily into horror elements. The teaser features glimpses of the protagonist's transformation into the shapeshifting villain, with Mike Flanagan penning the script and James Watkins directing.
