A film adaptation of the horror video game The Mortuary Assistant is scheduled for release, with Brian Clarke, the game’s creator, expressing excitement about bringing the game’s world to a wider audience. The film is being produced by Drew goddard and Ted Garboe.
The Mortuary Assistant Film Release
The film adaptation of The Mortuary Assistant is currently slated for release on January 23, 2026, according to Deadline. The first trailer was released on January 22, 2024.
The film is based on the critically acclaimed 2022 indie horror game developed by Dark stone Studios. The game focuses on a mortuary assistant who begins to experience disturbing paranormal events during her night shifts.
Dark Stone Studios
Dark Stone Studios is an autonomous game development studio founded by Brian Clarke.
The studio gained recognition for its unique approach to psychological horror and immersive gameplay in the Mortuary Assistant. the game received positive reviews for its atmosphere, sound design, and unsettling narrative.
As of January 2024, Dark Stone Studios is based in the United States and continues to develop new horror experiences.
Production Team
Drew Goddard and Ted Garboe are serving as executive producers for the film adaptation.
Drew Goddard is known for his work on The Martian (2015), Bad Times at the El Royale (2018), and the television series Daredevil and The Sandman. Ted Garboe has credits including The Invisible Man (2020) and Upgrade (2018).
brian clarke, the creator of the Mortuary Assistant, stated, “Seeing The Mortuary Assistant make the leap from game to film is incredibly rewarding,” according to Deadline. “Fans of the game will finally witness the world they’ve explored come alive, while genre film audiences will discover a story filled with tension, dark secrets, and unforgettable scares.”
