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Discover all the details we have on It's a Wonderful Knife, the festive comedy horror from the filmmakers behind the acclaimed found footage anthology V/H/S/99. This thrilling movie follows Winnie Carruthers, a courageous young woman who single-handedly saved her town from a serial killer the previous year. Despite her heroic actions, Winnie remains haunted by the thought that she could have done more to save her best friend's life.
Consumed by guilt, Winnie yearns for a life where she was never born. Suddenly, she finds herself transported to an alternate dimension where she is nonexistent... and in this world, a masked killer terrorizes the town once again. Continue reading to uncover all the information we have on It's a Wonderful Knife.
When and Where to Watch 'It's a Wonderful Knife'?
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The theatrical release of "It's a Wonderful Knife" is scheduled for November 10, 2023 across the United States. To find showtimes and theater availability near you, use the link below:
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In case you're unable to watch the movie in theaters this holiday season, you'll be pleased to know that It's a Wonderful Knife will be streaming on the horror platform Shudder starting December 22, 2023, just in time for Christmas. Shudder offers an impressive selection of terrifying films available for streaming right now, ranging from timeless classics to contemporary favorites. Subscription plans start at $6.99 per month.
Earlier this year, It's a Wonderful Knife had its premiere at Beyond Fest, where it received overwhelmingly positive reviews. Following its debut, the film was featured at various horror festivals worldwide, including those in the United States, Canada, and Russia.
Does 'It's a Wonderful Knife' Have a Trailer?
RLJE Films premiered the trailer for It's a Wonderful Knife on their YouTube channel in October 2023. What sets it apart is that, within the first 40 seconds, the identity of The Angel is revealed, deviating from the typical slasher formula. If you prefer to avoid spoilers, you can skip the trailer and wait for the movie's release to discover who hides behind the mysterious snowy white mask. The trailer also showcases the reasons behind its R-rating, featuring intense confrontations, brutal killings, and copious amounts of blood. While Justin Long adds a comedic touch as Mayor Waters, It's a Wonderful Knife clearly intends to instill holiday fear worldwide this Christmas.
What Is 'It's a Wonderful Knife' About?
Set in the tranquil town of Angel Falls,
Who Stars in 'It's a Wonderful Knife'?
is a unique blend of a renowned slasher film and the heartwarming holiday classic, It's a Wonderful Life. This groundbreaking film transcends genres as it follows the captivating story of Winnie Carruthers, a teenager celebrated for saving her entire community from the clutches of a bloodthirsty killer known as "The Angel" on Christmas Eve. However, one year later, Winnie's triumph fades into the past, leaving her feeling desolate and forlorn. On a frigid, snow-covered night, a melancholic Winnie ponders her existence, yearning for a life that had never been experienced, and is thrust into a chilling alternate reality where The Angel continues to terrorize. As the truth gradually unravels about the lives spared due to Winnie's heroism, she unites with the town's misfits to thwart The Angel's reign of terror once more.
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Winnie Carruthers, portrayed by Yellowjackets' Jane Widdop, takes the lead in this captivating story. Winnie's parents, David and Judy, are played by Joel McHale (Community) and Erin Boyes (I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House) respectively. Aiden Howard (Goosebumps) joins the cast as Winnie's brother, Jimmy.
The talented ensemble also includes Jess McLeod (One of Us Is Lying) as Bernie Simon, Katharine Isabelle (The Order) as Gale Prescott (Scream fans will no doubt recognize the homage), William B. Davis (The X Files) as Roger Evans, Justin Long (Barbarian) as Mayor Henry Waters, Sean Depner (Riverdale) as Buck Waters, Zenia Marshall (One of Us Is Lying) as Darla Berlin, Jason Fernandes (Cruel Summer) as Robbie Olenger, Hana Huggins (The Flash) as Cara Evans, and Kiki Faye making her feature film debut as Vicki Pepper. Additionally, Dimitri 'Vegas' Thivaios (Jurassic World Dominion) portrays Pete, Cassandra Naud (Influencer) portrays Karen Simmons, Sydney Scotia (Some Assembly Required) takes on the role of Evelyn Waters, and Thomas Nicholson (Yellowjackets) plays Wyatt Stone. Finally, Oscar Chark (You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah) brings the character Eddie to life.
Remember to catch these incredible performances in the upcoming film!
What Is the Background of 'It's a Wonderful Knife'?
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As mentioned, the horror-themed twist on the holiday classic It's a Wonderful Life, titled It's a Wonderful Knife, takes center stage. Director Tyler MacIntyre recently discussed the film in an exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly, revealing that instead of being shown her good deeds from a past life, Winnie, the protagonist, becomes aware of the countless deaths she prevented by exposing The Angel. MacIntyre expressed his admiration for lead actress Jane Widdop and recounted how he first discovered her remarkable talent when she delivered an outstanding performance as Laura Lee in Showtime's Yellowjackets. After witnessing Widdop's remarkable audition, she was ultimately chosen for the role of Winnie, and production commenced in Vancouver in March 2023.
Who Made 'It's a Wonderful Knife'?
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Directed by Tyler MacIntyre (V/H/S/99) and written by Michael Kennedy (Freaky), It's a Wonderful Knife boasts an impressive lineup of producers, including Kennedy, Daniel Bekerman (The Witch), Seth Caplan (First Girl I Loved), Jensine Carr (Agnes), Greg Gilreath (Vengeance), Adam Hendricks (Cam), Marc Hofstatter (The Golden Compass), Sarah Lebutsh (Coherence), and Steffen Wild (The Reckoning). The film features music by Russ Howard III (Tragedy Girls) and cinematography by Nicholas Piatnik (V/H/S/99).
