Dakota Fanning’s Vicious: A Spine-Chilling Horror Film Awaits Release

Dakota Fanning stars in Vicious, a chilling horror movie by Bryan Bertino.

Originally set for August 2025, Vicious is now off Paramount's release schedule.

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The studio plans to find a better release date for the film, says Deadline.

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The story follows Fanning battling sinister forces after receiving a mysterious gift.

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The cast includes Devyn Nekoda, Mary McCormack, Rachel Blanchard, and more.

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Bertino, known for The Strangers, wrote and directed Vicious.

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This is Bertino's fifth horror movie, following The Dark and the Wicked.

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Vicious is produced by Atlas Independent and Richard Suckle.

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Bertino’s The Strangers trilogy continues without him under director Renny Harlin.

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Fans eagerly await updates on both Vicious and The Strangers: Chapter 2 & 3.

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