Early Clayface Reactions Praise DCU Body Horror, Compare It to Animated Series
ComingSoon rated the standalone DCU thriller 9/10 ahead of its October 23, 2026 release, with critics calling the Matt Hagen transformation tragic.
Early reactions to the DCU film Clayface are praising its body horror approach and comparing it to the "Feat of Clay" episodes of Batman: The Animated Series, according to ComingSoon. The outlet rated the film 9/10.
Critics said the transformation of Matt Hagen is portrayed as tragic and poetic. The film is described as a standalone DCU body-horror thriller that does not feature Batman.
Clayface stars Tom Rhys Harries, Naomi Ackie, David Dencik, Max Minghella, Eddie Marsan and Ruby Sear. It is rated R and opens in theaters on October 23, 2026.
The animated series first introduced its version of Matt Hagen as Clayface in September 1992, in the two-part "Feat of Clay" episodes.
Quick answers
When does Clayface release in theaters?
Clayface opens in theaters on October 23, 2026. It is rated R.
Who stars in Clayface?
The cast includes Tom Rhys Harries, Naomi Ackie, David Dencik, Max Minghella, Eddie Marsan and Ruby Sear.
Is Batman in Clayface?
No. The film is described as a standalone DCU body-horror thriller that does not feature Batman.