Danielle Deadwyler stars in a tense psychological thriller as a haunting figure tests the boundaries of fear in a family’s home

Blumhouse, renowned for producing some of the most iconic horror films of the past decade, returns with The Woman in the Yard (2025), a spine-chilling psychological thriller that promises to keep viewers on edge. Starring BAFTA and SAG nominee Danielle Deadwyler, known for her powerful performances in Till, The Harder They Fall, and Station Eleven, the film explores a family’s descent into fear as they are haunted by an enigmatic woman who repeatedly appears in their front yard.

As the mysterious figure delivers cryptic warnings and unsettling messages, the family is left to grapple with the unsettling question: Is she a threat or simply a harbinger of something darker? As the tension escalates, their perceptions of reality are shattered, forcing them to confront a terrifying unknown.

At a tight runtime of 85 minutes, The Woman in the Yard builds a palpable sense of dread and unease, taking full advantage of its eerie suburban setting. With Blumhouse’s signature brand of suspense and Deadwyler’s captivating performance, the film promises to leave audiences questioning the very nature of fear, and whether true safety can ever be found when the unknown looms so close.