“Death of a Unicorn”: First Look At Upcoming Comedy Film With Paul Rudd & Jenna Ortega

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Get ready for “Death of a Unicorn”—a zany horror-comedy that’s set to shake up the movie world. This spring, Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega team up as a father-daughter duo in a wild, genre-bending ride that mixes “Unicorn Store” with “Shaun of the Dead.” It’s the directorial debut of Alex Scharfman, who also wrote the script, and it promises pure chaos. Check out the trailer below.

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The plot is as outrageous as it sounds: while driving to a fancy retreat, Rudd and Ortega accidentally hit a unicorn. But instead of panicking, they bring the creature along, and things spiral from there. Enter Richard E. Grant as a greedy billionaire who wants to profit off the unicorn’s magical healing powers. But there’s a twist—the unicorns have families, and they’re coming for revenge. It’s “John Wick” meets “My Little Pony,” and it’s going to be epic.

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The supporting cast? Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, Anthony Carrigan, Sunita Mani, and Jessica Hynes all join the madness. Plus, the score is by none other than John Carpenter and his son Cody.

A24 is behind the film, which means we’re in for something truly unique. This isn’t just a movie about vengeful unicorns—it’s a mix of horror, comedy, family drama, and magical mayhem. Expect big laughs, scares, and some emotional moments as Rudd and Ortega navigate a world where unicorns are real—and deadly.

“Death of a Unicorn” isn’t just a film; it’s an experience, and A24’s signature touch ensures that it’ll be unforgettable. So buckle up—it’s going to be one wild ride!

Let’s talk about mythical creatures in cinema. From dragons to unicorns, these fantastical beings have always captured our imaginations, and Death of a Unicorn is taking things to a whole new level. Unicorns, once symbols of purity and wonder, are now vengeful creatures in this wild horror-comedy, flipping familiar tropes on their head.

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By blending childhood nostalgia with horror-comedy, the film plays with our expectations and opens up new possibilities for storytelling. This isn’t just about magical creatures—it’s about reimagining them in ways that surprise and entertain. And with A24’s magic touch behind the scenes, we’re in for something unforgettable.

So get ready for a ride through a world where unicorns are real, revenge is sparkly, and nothing is quite what it seems. “Death of a Unicorn” promises to remind us that even in the most fantastical stories, the magic is always unpredictable.

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