The first-look poster and plot synopsis for DC’s Clayface have been revealed ahead of the trailer release today. The trailer was already screened during this year’s CinemaCon, and now it is set for a wide release. See the first-look posters below.
DC Studios’ first-ever foray into the genre is a horror thriller from director James Watkins, starring Tom Rhys Harries in the title role of the Gotham City villain. Watch the trailer below.
Here are the plot details for Clayface:
“Clayface tells the terrifying descent into hell of a promising Hollywood actor who has become a monster driven by revenge. An intense story that explores the loss of identity and humanity, the ravages of toxic love, and the dark side of scientific ambition.”
The film also stars Naomi Ackie, David Dencik, Max Minghella, and Eddie Marsan, as well as Nancy Carroll and Joshua James.
James Watkins directs from a screenplay by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini, with a story by Flanagan, based on characters from DC. The film is produced by Matt Reeves, Lynn Harris, James Gunn, and Peter Safran, with Michael E. Uslan, Rafi Crohn, Paul Ritchie, Chantal Nong Vo, and Lars P. Winther serving as executive producers.
Watkins’ creative team includes director of photography Rob Hardy, production designer James Price, editor Jon Harris, visual effects supervisor Angus Bickerton, costume designer Keith Madden, and casting director Lucy Bevan.
DC Studios presents, in association with Domain Entertainment, a 6th & Idaho Production, a James Watkins film, Clayface.
The film will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures and released only in theaters and IMAX in North America on October 23, 2026, and internationally beginning October 21, 2026.
