Jessica Chastain Stars in New Horror Adaptation 'Other Mommy' From Director Rob Savage

Universal has dropped the chilling first trailer for 'Other Mommy', a horror feature from Rob Savage, the directing talent behind 2020's 'Host'. The film is an adaptation of Josh Malerman's novel 'Incidents Around the House' and stars Jessica Chastain as the titular sinister maternal figure. According to Bloody Disgusting, the trailer has already found its audience, generating buzz after screening exclusively ahead of 'The Odyssey' in theaters.

Produced by horror maestro James Wan, 'Other Mommy' delves into the nightmarish fears of an 8-year-old girl named Bela, who confronts a malevolent lookalike creeping out of her closet. This blend of supernatural and psychological horror is in line with Wan's expertise in crafting unsettling domestic scenarios, reminiscent of his work on 'The Conjuring' series. The material's thematic exploration of identity and maternal dread owes a nod to films like 'The Babadook' that use familial relationships as horror's focal point.

Scheduled for release on October 9, 2026, 'Other Mommy' marks another intriguing addition to Rob Savage's growing repertoire, which includes films like 'Dashcam' and 'The Boogeyman'. As it sees Jessica Chastain step into a chilling role, this film promises to stir the pot of genre fans eagerly waiting for a new classic. If the trailer's ominous tone is any indicator, Savage might just capture another snapshot of modern anxieties in his stylized horror lens.