Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) just received a last-minute change in plan for its upcoming release.
The upcoming horror video game adaptation is set to join the modern era of strategic release, using a late October day and date release in theaters and the Peacock.
It only comes with a runtime of 110 minutes, FNAF looks set to revitalize the horror genre with the video game getting new life as a major Hollywood production.
Five Nights at Freddy’s movie changes release date
CNET revealed that the upcoming Five Nights at Freddy’s The film has had its release date changed at the last minute, as it will debut on the Peacock on Thursday, October 26 at 8pm. ET instead of Friday, October 27th.
This change is likely as the digital release coincides with early Thursday night previews for the PG-13-rated FNAFwhich also begin playing in theaters on the evening of October 26.
The official movie X The page shared how the update is starting to be reflected in the Peacock service itself.
Additionally, FNAF it will be released on October 25th in the UK, two days earlier than in the US, and was also scheduled for an October 26th release in Australia.
How the anticipation builds for the FNAF movie
FNAF will be an adaptation of the video game series of the same name, highlighting an A-list cast as they dive into the terrifying secrets at Freddy Fazebar’s Pizza.
Josh Hutcherson will take on leadership duties as the restaurant’s new security guard before learning that the animals inside come to life when business hours end.
While some fans are concerned about the film’s review embargo coming so close to its release date, with these instances now closer, FNAF The team is likely hoping to quell those concerns with an exciting and fresh story.
But with the film’s creepy animatronics already starting many conversations with fans, optimism is building for a lot of post-release success.
Five Nights at Freddy’s will debut in theaters on Friday, October 27 and begin streaming on the Peacock at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 26.
