Beyond the Gates Premiere Date and Release Details
The horror film Beyond the Gates premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 25, 2025, and is scheduled for theatrical release on October 17, 2025, in the United States. The movie is a supernatural horror thriller directed by Johannes Roberts, who previously directed the 2019 film 47 Meters Down. The film centers on a group of friends who discover a VCR board game that transports them into a deadly alternate dimension. The official trailer was released in August 2025, confirming the October theatrical date. For more details on the Sundance premiere, visit the official Sundance Institute page at Sundance Institute.
The film is produced by James Harris and Marc Goldberg under the banner of Altitude Film Entertainment and is distributed by Lionsgate in the United States. The cast includes Graham Skipper, Brea Grant, and Matt Biedel. The plot follows a group of siblings who reunite at their father's video store and find a mysterious VCR game that mirrors their real lives with deadly consequences. The film's runtime is 1 hour and 37 minutes, and it is rated R for strong horror violence, language, and some sexual content. The MPAA rating was confirmed by the official Classification and Rating Administration page at MPAA.
Where to Watch Beyond the Gates
Beyond the Gates will be available in theaters starting October 17, 2025, and will stream on digital platforms starting November 14, 2025. The film will be available on major streaming services including Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV for purchase or rental. The theatrical release will be in both standard and IMAX formats in select markets. The digital release window is set for 28 days after the theatrical premiere, a standard industry practice for major studio releases. For more information on the digital release schedule, visit the official Lionsgate website at Lionsgate.
The film is also expected to arrive on subscription streaming platforms in early 2026, though the exact platform has not yet been officially confirmed by the studio. Industry analysts predict the film will be available on platforms like Hulu or Peacock based on Lionsgate's existing distribution deals. The film's marketing campaign includes a series of interactive VHS-style trailers and promotional events at comic conventions. The film's box office tracking data is being monitored by industry analysts at Box Office Mojo.
Cast and Plot Overview
The main cast includes Graham Skipper as John, Brea Grant as Sarah, and Matt Biedel as David, three siblings who reunite at their father's old video store. The film features a supporting cast including Henry Czerny as the mysterious game collector and Jordan Williams as the store clerk. The plot follows the group as they discover a 1980s VCR board game that transports them into a deadly alternate dimension where the game's rules become real. The film's runtime is 1 hour and 37 minutes, and it is rated R for strong horror violence, language, and some sexual content. The film's cast list was confirmed by the official IMDb page at IMDb.
The film's director, Johannes Roberts, is known for his work in the horror and thriller genres, including the 2019 film 47 Meters Down and the