AceShowbiz - The new serial killer thriller Psycho Killer is set to launch on digital platforms on April 7, 2026, as announced by 20th Century Studios. Fans of the horror genre will be able to stream the film on popular services such as Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Currently, there is no official word on when a DVD or Blu-ray version will be made available.

Psycho Killer marks the feature-length directorial debut of Gavin Polone, who previously worked as an executive producer on acclaimed TV shows like Curb Your Enthusiasm and Gilmore Girls, and produced films including Panic Room, Zombieland, and A Dog’s Purpose. Polone also directed episodes of series such as Jane By Design, Twisted, and Finding Carter.

The screenplay for Psycho Killer was written by Andrew Kevin Walker, best known for his work on the 1995 crime thriller Se7en and Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow. Walker is also credited as a producer alongside Roy Lee, Matt Berenson, and Arnon Milchan. His upcoming writing project includes the vampire thriller Flesh of the Gods, starring Kristen Stewart and Wagner Moura.

The film stars BAFTA-winning actress Georgina Campbell as Jane Archer, a highway patrol officer who launches a personal investigation into her husband’s murder. As Archer delves deeper, she uncovers a sinister serial killer with a dark and disturbing agenda. The story is narrated through the perspectives of both Archer and the murderer, offering a dual viewpoint on the chilling events.

Campbell has an impressive portfolio that includes notable appearances in Murdered by My Boyfriend, Broadchurch, Black Mirror, Krypton, His Dark Materials, King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, and Bird Box Barcelona. The supporting cast of Psycho Killer features James Preston Rogers, Malcolm McDowell, Logan Miller, Grace Dove, Nigel Shawn Williams, and David Tomlinson.

Upon its theatrical release in February 2026, Psycho Killer opened at number 11 at the box office, earning $1.6 million during its opening weekend. The film has grossed a total of $2.5 million against a production budget of $10 million, indicating a significant commercial underperformance.

Critical reception for Psycho Killer was overwhelmingly negative. The movie initially received a rare 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which has since inched up slightly to 10%. Audience reactions are somewhat more favorable but remain low, with a current score of 37%. Reviewers criticized the film’s editing and questioned the quality of its ADR (Additional Dialogue Replacement). Many expressed disbelief that Walker, who penned acclaimed scripts like Se7en, would be involved in a project of this caliber.

The sole aspect of the film that consistently received praise was Campbell’s performance as Jane Archer. Despite her strong acting, it was not enough to elevate the film’s overall reception or box office results.

Though Psycho Killer struggled both critically and commercially, 20th Century Studios is moving forward with its digital release, enabling horror enthusiasts to watch the movie from home. This digital availability may offer the film a second chance to find its audience among thriller and horror fans who enjoy serial killer narratives.

In summary, Psycho Killer is the latest thriller from director Gavin Polone and writer Andrew Kevin Walker, exploring the dark chase of a highway patrol officer seeking justice for her murdered husband. With a modest runtime of 92 minutes, the film presents a grim tale of obsession and terror but has so far failed to resonate with critics or moviegoers in theaters.