Abigail (2024)
A darkly comic vampire horror in which a kidnapping crew gets far more than they bargained for when their captive turns out to be a bloodthirsty predator.
Abigail - Movie Information
- Original Title: Abigail
- Release Year: 2024
- Directed by: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Thriller
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 49m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 18, 2024 (Argentina - +16), April 19, 2024 (United States - R), April 19, 2024 (Canada), April 19, 2024 (United Kingdom - 18), April 18, 2024 (Germany - 16), May 29, 2024 (France), April 18, 2024 (New Zealand - R16), April 18, 2024 (Australia - MA 15+), April 18, 2024 (Brazil - 18), April 18, 2024 (Mexico - B-15), May 16, 2024 (Italy - 6+), April 19, 2024 (Spain - 16), May 15, 2024 (South Korea - 19)
- Alternative Titles: Abducting Abigail (US), 噬血芭蕾 (CN), ابیگیل (IR)
- Production Companies: Project X Entertainment, Radio Silence, Universal Pictures, Vinson Films
- Production Countries: United States of America
Abigail - Plot
A group of criminals kidnap a teenage ballet dancer, the daughter of a notorious gang leader, in order to obtain a ransom of $50 million, but over time, they discover that she is not just an ordinary girl. After the kidnappers begin to diminish, one by one, they discover, to their increasing horror, that they are locked inside with no normal little girl.
Abigail - Trailer
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Children can be such monsters.
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Abigail - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Matt Bettinelli-Olpin
- Tyler Gillett
Main Cast
- Melissa Barrera
- Dan Stevens
- Alisha Weir
- William Catlett
- Kathryn Newton
- Kevin Durand
- Angus Cloud
- Giancarlo Esposito
- Matthew Goode
Writers
- Stephen Shields
- Guy Busick
Producers
- Paul Neinstein
- Chad Villella
- William Sherak
- Tripp Vinson
- James Vanderbilt
Abigail - FAQs
Is Abigail actually a vampire in the film?
Yes. Abigail is revealed to be a powerful vampire — specifically a Dracula-lineage creature — who has lured the kidnappers into a trap. The film pivots from a crime thriller into full-blown gothic horror once her true nature is unleashed, leading to increasingly bloody confrontations with her captors.
Where can you watch Abigail (2024)?
Abigail (2024) is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. It is not currently included in a subscription streaming service, so a rental or purchase is required to watch it at home.
Who are the main actors in Abigail?
The film stars Melissa Barrera as Joey, Alisha Weir as the titular Abigail, and Dan Stevens as Frank. The ensemble cast also includes Kathryn Newton, Kevin Durand, William Catlett, Angus Cloud, Giancarlo Esposito, and Matthew Goode.
What is Abigail (2024) about?
A crew of criminals kidnaps a young ballet dancer, believing she is the daughter of a powerful crime lord and worth a $50 million ransom. Locked in a grand mansion overnight, they gradually realize their captive is a centuries-old vampire — and that they have become the prey.
What is the age rating for Abigail?
Abigail is rated R in the United States, reflecting its strong horror violence, gore, and language. Other territories have similar adult ratings: 18 in the UK, MA 15+ in Australia, 16 in Germany and Spain, and 18 in Brazil. It is not suitable for younger audiences.
How was Abigail received by critics?
Abigail earned largely positive reviews. Critics praised Alisha Weir's ferocious lead performance and the film's sharp blend of dark comedy, gory horror, and genre self-awareness. The ensemble cast and escalating tension were highlighted as strengths, with many noting it as a fun, crowd-pleasing horror-thriller.
Who directed Abigail (2024)?
Abigail was directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the filmmaking duo known collectively as Radio Silence. They previously helmed Ready or Not (2019) and the Scream revival films (2022, 2023), establishing themselves as leading voices in modern horror-comedy.
How long is Abigail (2024)?
Abigail has a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes (109 minutes). The film moves at a brisk pace, spending its first act establishing the crime-thriller setup before unleashing its horror elements and maintaining escalating tension through to its blood-soaked finale.
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