MUMBAI/NEW YORK: Following the critical acclaim of I Saw the TV Glow, filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun is back with a radically different genre experiment. MUBI has released the first teaser trailer for their third feature, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, a film that promises to be a “meta take” on the beloved and battered slasher franchise.
Schoenbrun, known for blending psychological horror with poignant coming-of-age stories, seems to be turning their lens onto the very nature of horror sequels and reboots. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 7, 2026, across multiple international territories.
A Film Within a Nightmare
The teaser hints at a reality-bending premise. The film follows a young filmmaker (played by Hannah Einbinder) who is assigned the daunting task of reviving a fictional, long-dormant horror series called Camp Miasma. Her journey to breathe new life into the franchise brings her face-to-face with its original star, a reclusive actress portrayed by the iconic Gillian Anderson.
As described in the official logline, the relationship between the two women “becomes increasingly intense and dangerous,” blurring the lines between the horror movie they are making and a potentially real-life nightmare.
A Stacked Cast Behind the Scenes and On Screen
Beyond its two leads, the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Amanda Fix, Arthur Conti, Eva Victor, Zach Cherry, Sarah Sherman, Patrick Fischler, Dylan Baker, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Quintessa Swindell, Kevin McDonald, and Jack Haven.
The project carries significant industry weight. It is financed by MUBI and produced by Plan B Entertainment, the company founded by Brad Pitt. MUBI will also handle the theatrical rollout, which covers North America, India, the U.K., Europe, Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand.
From ‘TV Glow’ to Campfire Glow
For fans of Schoenbrun’s work, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma represents an exciting new chapter. Their previous film, I Saw the TV Glow, became a cultural touchstone for its haunting exploration of identity and nostalgia. This new project, while pivoting to slasher territory, appears to maintain that core interest in how fiction imprints on our lives—this time through the lens of franchise fandom and the act of creation itself.
With its provocative title, A-list cast, and a director at the height of their creative powers, Camp Miasma is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated horror releases of the summer.
