Pete Davidson, widely recognized for his comedic roles on Saturday Night Live and in films like The King of Staten Island, is set to take a dramatically different turn in his career with the upcoming horror-thriller The Nursing Home. Scheduled for release on July 25, 2025, by Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions, the film promises to take audiences on a spine-chilling ride through the seemingly tranquil halls of a retirement facility that hides disturbing secrets.
Directed by the creators of The Purge franchise, The Nursing Home combines psychological horror with shocking violence, offering a stark contrast to Davidson’s usual on-screen persona. In this unsettling thriller, Davidson portrays Max, a young man who has been sentenced to perform community service at a retirement home. Tasked with caring for the elderly residents, Max soon finds himself drawn to a mysterious fourth floor that houses individuals in need of “special care.”
The trailer, which dropped earlier this week, gives viewers a glimpse of the tension and unease building throughout the story. Early footage shows Max becoming increasingly suspicious of the strange behavior exhibited by both the residents and the staff. A cryptic warning from an elderly woman hints at the horrors lurking within the institution: “This place is not what it seems,” she says, setting the tone for what is to come.
As the plot unfolds, Max discovers that the nursing home is not as peaceful as it appears. Beneath the surface lies a dark and sinister world, where medical experiments are carried out on unsuspecting patients, and the residents are subjected to grotesque violence. The sense of dread intensifies as Max is drawn deeper into a nightmarish reality that threatens not only his sanity but his very life.
In addition to its terrifying premise, The Nursing Home taps into the increasingly relevant fears surrounding medical ethics, the treatment of the elderly, and the manipulation of vulnerable individuals by those in power. The film is set to provoke both fear and reflection, as it explores themes of exploitation, helplessness, and the boundaries between medical care and cruelty.
Critics have already begun to praise the film for its unsettling atmosphere and its subversion of expectations, particularly with Davidson’s unexpected casting. Known for his humorous and often self-deprecating roles, the actor’s portrayal of a young man caught in a horrific situation has intrigued both fans and critics alike. The film also stars several other well-known actors in supporting roles, further building anticipation for its release.
With its blend of psychological tension, brutal violence, and dark satire, The Nursing Home aims to stand out as a truly disturbing entry into the horror genre. As Max navigates the increasingly nightmarish reality of the retirement home, viewers can expect to be taken on a relentless and harrowing journey that will leave them questioning what goes on behind closed doors in places meant to offer care and comfort.
As the film nears its July release, fans of the genre are eagerly awaiting what promises to be one of the most intense and thought-provoking horror films of the year. Whether The Nursing Home will live up to the hype remains to be seen, but early indications suggest that it will be a must-see for horror aficionados.
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