Slaxx (2020)
A killer pair of jeans, a locked clothing store, and one idealistic employee standing between fashion and a bloodbath.
Slaxx - Movie Information
- Original Title: Slaxx
- Release Year: 2020
- Directed by: Elza Kephart
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Comedy
- Runtime: 1h 17m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Hindi
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 11, 2020 (Canada - 14A)
- Production Companies: EMAfilms, Entertainment Squad
- Production Countries: Canada
Slaxx - Plot
When a possessed pair of jeans begins to kill the staff of a trendy clothing store, it is up to Libby, an idealistic young salesclerk, to stop its bloody rampage.
Slaxx - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see what happens when denim turns deadly:
An ass to die for.
Where to Watch Slaxx
Looking for where to watch Slaxx?
Compare all viewing options available in your region on JustWatch ↗
Slaxx - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Elza Kephart
Main Cast
- Romane Denis
- Brett Donahue
- Sehar Bhojani
- Kenny Wong
- Tianna Nori
- Jessica B. Hill
- Erica Anderson
- Hanneke Talbot
- Stephen Bogaert
- Jonathan Emond
Writers
- Elza Kephart
- Patricia Gomez Zlatar
Producers
- Patricia Gomez Zlatar
- Anne-Marie Gélinas
Slaxx - FAQs
What is Slaxx actually about?
Slaxx is a Canadian horror-comedy about a pair of jeans that becomes supernaturally possessed and starts murdering the staff of a trendy clothing store overnight. At its core, it's a sharp satirical jab at fast fashion, corporate culture, and consumer ethics — wrapped in gleefully bloody slasher mayhem.
Is Slaxx a serious horror film or a comedy?
Slaxx leans firmly into horror-comedy territory. It's self-aware, campy, and packed with dark humor — think absurdist slasher with a social conscience. Director Elza Kephart plays the killer-jeans premise completely straight, which makes it even funnier, while still delivering genuine gore and tension for horror fans.
What is the deeper meaning behind Slaxx?
Beneath the blood-soaked laughs, Slaxx is a pointed critique of fast fashion and the exploitation of garment workers. The possessed jeans serve as a vessel for revenge against an industry built on cheap labor and consumer ignorance. It's a film that wants you to think twice before your next clothing haul.
Where can you stream Slaxx right now?
You can stream Slaxx on Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, Shudder Apple TV Channel, AMC+, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Philo, and Bloodstream. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home, or watch free with ads on Pluto TV and Tubi TV.
Who stars in Slaxx?
Romane Denis leads the cast as Libby, the idealistic young salesclerk at the center of the chaos. She's joined by Brett Donahue, Sehar Bhojani, Kenny Wong, Tianna Nori, Jessica B. Hill, Erica Anderson, Hanneke Talbot, Stephen Bogaert, and Jonathan Emond.
When was Slaxx released?
Slaxx had its Canadian premiere on September 11, 2020, with a 14A rating in Canada. It reached US audiences on March 18, 2021, when it landed on Shudder — giving horror-comedy fans on both sides of the border a chance to enjoy its delightfully unhinged premise.
How long is Slaxx?
Slaxx runs for 77 minutes — just over an hour and a quarter. It's a tight, no-filler runtime that suits the film's manic energy perfectly. There's no dragging your feet here; the movie gets in, causes mayhem, and wraps up before overstaying its welcome.
Is there a post-credits scene in Slaxx?
Yes! Slaxx features both a during-credits and an after-credits scene, so make sure you don't switch off the moment the main story ends. The filmmakers clearly had fun extending the joke, and both stingers are very much in keeping with the film's irreverent, tongue-in-cheek spirit.
More About Slaxx
Explore further details about Slaxx on these trusted resources: