First Trailer for Andrew Kevin Walker’s Psycho Killer Promises a Bloody and Twisted Ride
After years of anticipation, the first trailer for Psycho Killer has finally been unveiled — and it looks every bit as brutal and twisted as fans hoped. The horror thriller, penned by Se7en screenwriter Andrew Kevin Walker, will slash its way into theatres on February 20, 2026, courtesy of Walt Disney Studios and 20th Century.
Directed by Gavin Polone (Zombieland, 8MM), Psycho Killer stars Georgina Campbell (Barbarian) as Jane Thorne, a determined police officer who vows to hunt down the elusive “Satanic Slasher” after her state trooper husband is murdered. Logan Miller (Escape Room) also appears, though his role has been clouded in mystery — with some sources naming him as the slain husband, while others describe him as Marvin, a goth misfit working for a powerful figure named Pendleton. The secrecy only adds to the intrigue, and the trailer keeps the answers close to the chest.
Towering over the carnage is James Preston Rogers, a former pro wrestler standing well over six feet tall, who takes on the role of the killer himself. His presence brings an imposing physicality to the masked murderer, ensuring that this slasher will not be easily forgotten.
Andrew Kevin Walker’s Dark Legacy
For horror and thriller fans, Andrew Kevin Walker’s name carries weight. He rose to fame with Se7en, David Fincher’s bleak and unforgettable crime masterpiece that introduced audiences to the unforgettable killer John Doe and gave cinema one of the most infamous endings of all time. That film cemented Walker’s reputation for creating narratives that burrow deep under the skin, blending chilling atmosphere with explorations of morality and obsession.
Walker later penned 8MM, directed by Joel Schumacher and produced by Psycho Killer’s Gavin Polone. Starring Nicolas Cage, 8MM dove into the world of underground snuff films, confronting audiences with disturbing questions about voyeurism and the exploitation of human suffering. While divisive, the film showcased Walker’s willingness to confront uncomfortable subjects head-on, pulling no punches in his exploration of the darkest corners of human depravity.
Now, with Psycho Killer, Walker is returning once again to the realm of sadistic killers and haunted investigators, promising to fuse the nihilistic dread of Se7en with the searing provocations of 8MM.
A Long Road from Development Hell
Psycho Killer has had one of the bumpiest rides to the screen in recent memory. The project first surfaced in 2009, when none other than Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst was set to direct. By 2010, Durst was gone, and Eli Roth briefly circled the film as a producer alongside Eric Newman (The Last Exorcism). Eventually, the project stalled again, before finally landing in the hands of Gavin Polone, who spent years pushing it toward the finish line.
For devoted fans, the wait has been long — a 2007 draft of Walker’s script has been circulating online for years, fueling speculation about just how much has changed in its transition to the big screen. Now, with a finished film and a trailer teasing its grisly atmosphere, the end of the wait is finally in sight.
A Killer Cast and a Killer Crew
Behind the camera, Psycho Killer is stacked with talent. Produced by New Regency alongside Roy Lee, Andrew Kevin Walker, Miri Yoon, and Matt Berenson, and co-financed by Constantin Film, the movie has heavy hitters backing it. The film has already earned an R rating for strong bloody violence, graphic nudity, sexual content, drug use, and language, suggesting an uncompromising descent into slasher territory.
What the Trailer Shows
The newly released trailer wastes no time plunging viewers into its bleak, blood-soaked world. Campbell’s officer is pushed to the brink as she chases the killer across desolate backroads and into claustrophobic hideouts, while flashes of Rogers as the “Satanic Slasher” hint at terrifying encounters to come. The gothic undertones of Walker’s writing are unmistakable, pairing mystery with gruesome spectacle.
Sixteen years in the making, Psycho Killer finally looks ready to deliver on its promise — a chilling blend of serial killer horror, detective drama, and shocking set pieces. With Walker’s track record on Se7en and 8MM, audiences can expect a film that does not shy away from uncomfortable truths, delivering fear with intelligence and weight. Horror fans have waited a long time for this ride, and the trailer makes one thing clear: the wait might just have been worth it.
