A chilling new gothic horror is heading to the big screen later this year as Victorian Psycho prepares for its UK cinema release in Autumn 2026. Based on the acclaimed novel by Virginia Feito, the upcoming psychological thriller stars Maika Monroe in what looks set to be one of the most disturbing horror performances of the year.
Directed by Zachary Wigon, the film blends gothic suspense, psychological terror and brutal violence against the eerie backdrop of Victorian England.
What Is Victorian Psycho About?
Set in a remote manor house during the Victorian era, Victorian Psycho follows eccentric governess Winifred, played by Maika Monroe, whose unsettling charm masks a terrifying secret.
As strange incidents begin to plague the isolated estate, Winifred slowly descends into madness. Her increasingly violent behaviour threatens everyone around her, turning the once peaceful manor into a nightmare filled with paranoia and bloodshed.
The official synopsis teases a dark psychological spiral that asks one chilling question: who will survive her wrath?
Fans of gothic horror films such as The Others, Crimson Peak and Saint Maud are likely to find plenty to love here.
Star-Studded Cast Announced
Alongside Maika Monroe, the film features an impressive supporting cast including:
- Jason Isaacs
- Ruth Wilson
- Thomasin McKenzie
- Jacobi Jupe
- Evie Templeton
Behind the camera, the project is produced by Dan Kagan, whose recent credits include Longlegs and Significant Others.
Virginia Feito Brings Her Acclaimed Novel to the Screen
The screenplay has been written by Virginia Feito herself, adapting her own novel for the big screen. Feito has quickly gained a cult following for her unsettling storytelling style and darkly comic psychological horror.
With the author directly involved in the adaptation, fans of the book will be hoping the film captures the same eerie atmosphere and disturbing tension that made the novel so popular.
Zachary Wigon Continues His Horror Rise
Director Zachary Wigon previously earned praise for Sanctuary and The Heart Machine. His knack for tense character-driven storytelling could make Victorian Psycho one of the standout horror releases of 2026.
When Is Victorian Psycho Released?
Victorian Psycho is set to arrive in UK cinemas in Autumn 2026, although an exact release date has yet to be confirmed.
