Spooky season is in full swing, and horror fans are feasting on both the small and big screens. While Mike Flanagan's take on Stephen King's Carrie dominates streaming, the theatrical scene has its own chilling draw: Other Mommy, the new horror film from Host director Rob Savage. Starring Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain in a dual role that echoes the unsettling vibe of Coraline, the movie has already made a splash at the box office. Now, you can secure your own copy at home.
Preorders Are Open for Other Mommy's Home Release
If you're eager to revisit the terror from your couch, you're in luck. Preorders for Other Mommy on 4K UHD, standard Blu-ray, and a collectible 4K steelbook are already live. While the studio hasn't announced an official release date or the bonus features yet, you can lock in your order now to ensure you get it as soon as it drops. This is a perfect chance to add a modern horror gem to your physical media collection.
A Box Office Win Despite Critical Backlash
Last weekend, Other Mommy debuted at the top of the domestic box office with a solid $27.8 million haul. It outperformed heavy hitters like The Social Reckoning, Tom Cruise's satirical comedy Digger, and the latest Colleen Hoover adaptation, Verity. The film's success proves that audiences are hungry for original horror, even when critics are less than kind.
Based on Josh Malerman's 2024 novel Incidents Around the House, the story follows Bela (Arabella Olivia Clark), an 8-year-old girl haunted by a sinister entity that appears from her closet in the form of her mother. Chastain plays the distracted, workaholic mom, delivering a performance that anchors the film's emotional core. It's a premise that taps into primal fears, and for many viewers, it's exactly the kind of nightmare fuel they crave.
Critics Are Not Impressed
While audiences are flocking to theaters, critics have been far less enthusiastic. Other Mommy currently holds a dismal 15% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of the worst-reviewed films of 2026 so far. ScreenRant's Josh Bate gave it a 4/10, noting that the horror elements "fall completely flat." If you're curious to see whether the movie lives up to the hype or the backlash, you can catch it in theaters now—or wait for the home release to judge for yourself.
For those who love a good scare, this is a busy season. If you're looking for more terrifying recommendations, check out our list of the best horror movies based on books or dive into horror films that nail it from the first frame. And if you're a fan of chilling scores, don't miss our rundown of legendary horror movie scores.
Stay tuned for more updates on Other Mommy's home release, including the official date and any special features. Until then, happy haunting!
