New trailer reveals a deadly couple plotting to kill each other in a horror comedy
A new trailer for Over Your Dead Body has revealed a violent and darkly comedic story centred on a couple whose relationship takes a deadly turn.
The film stars Samara Weaving and Jason Segel as Lisa and Dan, a married couple who retreat to a remote cabin in an attempt to repair their relationship. However, both arrive with secret plans to kill each other, setting the stage for a series of events driven by deception and survival.
The film is a remake of the 2021 Norwegian film The Trip and blends elements of action, comedy and thriller. As the story unfolds, the couple’s carefully planned schemes begin to unravel when a group of dangerous intruders arrives at the cabin.
What begins as a private conflict between the two quickly escalates into a chaotic situation involving multiple threats. The couple must navigate not only their own intentions but also the presence of the intruders, who bring their own plans into the unfolding situation.
The narrative follows Dan and Lisa as they attempt to survive the increasingly unpredictable circumstances. At the same time, they are forced to confront their relationship and decide whether they want to repair it or simply survive the ordeal.
The film is directed by Jorma Taccone, known for his work with The Lonely Island and projects such as Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping and MacGruber. The screenplay has been written by Nick Kocher and Brian McElhaney, both of whom have backgrounds in Saturday Night Live.
The cast also includes Timothy Olyphant, Paul Guilfoyle, Keith Jardine and Juliette Lewis, adding to the ensemble involved in the production.
Over Your Dead Body is produced by companies including 87North, XYZ Films and Resolute Films, with producers Kelly McCormick, David Leitch, Aram Tertzakian, Nick Spicer, Guy Danella and Lee Kim attached to the project.
The film carries an R rating due to its content, which includes strong violence, gore, sexual assault, pervasive language and sexual material.
It premiered at the SXSW festival, where it received the Audience Award. The film is also scheduled to appear at several other festivals, including Beyond Chicago, the Overlook Film Festival and the RiverRun International Film Festival.
A review of the film described it as both one of the funniest and one of the bloodiest releases of the year, reflecting its blend of humour and violent storytelling.
The trailer highlights the film’s tone, combining dark humour with intense sequences as the couple’s situation spirals out of control. The interplay between the characters and the escalating danger forms the core of the story.
The film is set for release in cinemas on 24 April, offering audiences a mix of comedy and thriller elements built around a relationship pushed to extremes.