Dead Lover (2026)

Released: 2026-03-18 Recommended age: 13+ IMDb 5.6
Dead Lover

Movie details

  • Genres: Horror, Comedy, Romance
  • Director: Grace Glowicki
  • Main cast: Grace Glowicki, Ben Petrie, Leah Doz, Lowen Morrow
  • Country / region: Canada, United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2026-03-18

Story overview

A lonely gravedigger, isolated by her job's grim nature, finds unexpected love with a man who tragically dies in a drowning accident. Overwhelmed by grief, she embarks on a series of unconventional and darkly comedic scientific experiments to bring him back to life, leading to chaotic and heartfelt consequences that explore themes of loss, love, and the boundaries of science.

Parent Guide

A darkly comedic horror-romance with themes of death, resurrection, and love, suitable for teens and older children who can handle mild scares and emotional intensity.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Mild

Includes scenes of peril such as a drowning accident (not graphically shown) and chaotic scientific experiments with mild physical comedy. No intense violence or gore.

Scary / disturbing
Moderate

Features macabre elements like corpses, graveyard settings, and eerie resurrection attempts, balanced with comedy. May be unsettling for younger viewers due to dark themes.

Language
Mild

Likely includes occasional mild language or exclamations typical of comedy-horror genres, but no strong profanity expected.

Sexual content & nudity
Mild

Implied romantic relationships and affection, but no explicit sexual content or nudity. Focus is on emotional connection.

Substance use
None

No depiction of substance use or abuse in the provided overview.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

Explores themes of grief, loneliness, and love, with emotional moments that may resonate with older viewers. The comedic tone helps balance the intensity.

Parent tips

This horror-comedy-romance blends macabre humor with emotional depth, featuring themes of death, resurrection, and unconventional love. It includes scenes of mild peril, dark comedy involving corpses, and emotional moments of grief. Best for older children and teens who can handle its quirky, sometimes eerie tone without being overly frightened.

Parent chat guide

Discuss the movie's themes of coping with loss and the ethics of resurrection. Talk about how grief can lead to extreme actions, and the importance of healthy ways to process emotions. Explore the balance between comedy and horror, and how love can be portrayed in unexpected ways. Encourage questions about the scientific experiments and their consequences.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What did you think about the gravedigger's job?
  • Was any part of the movie funny or scary to you?
  • How did the characters show they cared about each other?
  • Why do you think the gravedigger tried to bring her lover back to life?
  • How did the movie mix scary and funny moments?
  • What would you do if you lost someone you loved?
  • What does the movie say about the ethics of scientific experimentation?
  • How did the horror and comedy elements enhance the romantic story?
  • Discuss the portrayal of grief and its impact on decision-making.

Where to watch

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