---
title: "The Mortuary Assistant"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-mortuary-assistant-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1470130
imdb_id: "tt36647890"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 123
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Mortuary Assistant (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-mortuary-assistant-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Mortuary Assistant is a 2026 American supernatural horror film directed by Jeremiah Kipp. The screenplay was written by Tracee Beebe and Brian Clarke, based on the 2022 video game of the same name by Brian Clarke. The film stars Willa Holland and Paul Sparks. It follows Rebecca Owens, a recent graduate of mortuary science who takes a night shift position at River Fields Mortuary. Her duties include embalming bodies, completing paperwork, and maintaining order within the facility. However, once she begins her night shifts, Rebecca encounters unsettling and terrifying supernatural occurrences. The film was produced in the United States and released in 2026. It features additional performances by John Adams and Keena Ferguson Frasier. The story centers on the transformation of what initially seems like a routine job into a frightening experience as Rebecca confronts malevolent forces beyond her understanding.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mortuary worker's night shift takes a sinister turn."

### Why Watch
- atmospheric tension
- unique workplace horror setting
- strong procedural elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow pacing
- limited character development
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for adults who appreciate procedural horror with minimal gore.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: eerie, methodical, foreboding, clinical, unsettling

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, Shudder Apple TV Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Shudder Amazon Channel, Shudder, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, Shudder Apple TV Channel | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, Shudder Apple TV Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jeremiah Kipp
- **Networks / Studios**: Epic Pictures Group, Creativity Capital, Dread

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Willa Holland** as *Rebecca Owens*
- **Paul Sparks** as *Raymond Delver*
- **John Adams**
- **Mark Steger** as *The Mimic*
- **Shelly Gibson** as *Grandma*
- **Emily Bennett** as *Vallery*
- **Keena Ferguson** as *Kelly*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this film based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional horror film.

### Q: What is the main character's job in the film?
She works as a mortuary assistant, performing tasks like embalming and paperwork.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The story takes place at a mortuary in an unspecified location.

### Q: What kind of horror can I expect?
The horror is psychological and atmospheric, focused on the mortuary setting.

### Q: Is the film scary?
It relies more on tension and unease than jump scares.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Palm Royale Funeral Home & Cemetery in Naples, FL](https://www.palmroyalecares.com/)
- [The Mortuary Assistant (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mortuary_Assistant_(film))
- [Naples Funeral Homes | Cremation Naples FL - Baldwin Brothers](https://baldwincremation.com/naples/)
- [The Mortuary Assistant (2026) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt36647890/)
- [Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens | Naples, FL](https://www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/florida/naples/hodges-funeral-home/7105)
- [The Mortuary Assistant (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1470130-the-mortuary-assistant)

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