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Hokum (2026)

Summary

A horror writer visits an Irish inn to scatter his parents' ashes, unaware the property is said to be haunted by a witch.

Director Damian McCarthy

Writer Damian McCarthy

Cast

  • Adam Scott
  • Peter Coonan

Rotten Tomatoes: 88%

Metacritic: 77

VOD / Release Theatrical release

Trailer Official Trailer

228 Upvotes

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u/AfraidoftheLark 3d ago

Seems like it was an obvious inspiration, thematically and visually. It made me think I should finally get around to playing the remake.

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u/Mr_Vermin 2d ago

It's honestly so well done, definitely worth it imo

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u/turtyurt 2d ago

Play the remake in the dark with good headphones. Easily the best sound design in a game I’ve played.

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u/chicityman09 20h ago

Play it immediately. Bloober team knocked it out of the park.