James Gunn Shares 12 Body Horror Films Ahead of Clayface
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn posted a watchlist of 12 body horror classics on Threads as preparation for Clayface, the studio's first body horror film.
James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, posted a list of 12 body horror movies on Threads in preparation for Clayface, according to bloody-disgusting.com. The list includes Shivers, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Brood, Altered States, The Thing, Basket Case, Videodrome, Re-Animator, The Fly, The Blob, Cronos and Slither.
Clayface is described as DC Studios' first-ever foray into the body horror genre. The film stars Tom Rhys Harries in the title role, with James Watkins directing from a screenplay by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini.
In October 2025, DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran called Clayface an incredible body horror film that reveals an origin of a classic Batman villain. The film is rated R and is scheduled for theatrical release on October 23, 2026.
Quick answers
When does Clayface come out in theaters?
Clayface is scheduled for theatrical release on October 23, 2026.
Who is directing and writing Clayface?
James Watkins directs from a screenplay by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini. Tom Rhys Harries stars in the title role.
What body horror movies did James Gunn recommend?
His list includes Shivers, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Brood, Altered States, The Thing, Basket Case, Videodrome, Re-Animator, The Fly, The Blob, Cronos and Slither.