Clayface 2026

Overview

Clayface is a 2026 horror, thriller, and science fiction film produced by DC Studios. Directed by James Watkins, the project serves as a stand-alone feature centered on the Batman villain of the same name. The film stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, a rising Hollywood actor whose life takes a dark turn. The narrative follows Hagen’s terrifying descent into a monster driven by revenge, exploring themes of lost identity, lost humanity, the consequences of scientific ambition, and the impact of toxic love. In addition to Harries, the cast includes Eddie Marsan, Naomi Ackie, Max Minghella, and Nancy Carroll. The film, which is described as an R-rated body horror production, was released in the United States on October 23, 2026. By focusing on the transformation of Hagen, the story examines the internal and external ravages experienced by the character as he evolves into the antagonist known to audiences as Clayface. The production highlights the dark side of ambition within the entertainment industry and the physical toll of the character's monstrous evolution.