GroupChat (2025)

Released: 2025-10-02 Recommended age: 13+ No IMDb rating yet
GroupChat

Movie details

  • Genres: Horror
  • Director: Dan Brownlie
  • Main cast: Marcel Jortzik, Amy Tara, Toby Wynn-Davies, Georgie Rodgers, James Grimm
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2025-10-02

Story overview

GroupChat (2025) is a horror film about friends reuniting online to play a role-playing game called 'Necromancer,' which unexpectedly turns dangerously real. Directed by Dan Brownlie, it explores themes of friendship, digital interaction, and supernatural horror.

Parent Guide

A horror film with supernatural themes and moderate scares, best for teens due to intense moments and thematic complexity.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Moderate

Supernatural threats and perilous situations as the game becomes real; no graphic violence but tense sequences.

Scary / disturbing
Moderate

Horror elements include eerie atmospheres, jump scares, and supernatural entities; may be disturbing for sensitive viewers.

Language
Mild

Occasional mild language typical of horror tension; no strong profanity.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity.

Substance use
None

No depiction of substance use.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

High tension and fear as characters face supernatural dangers; themes of friendship and survival add emotional depth.

Parent tips

This horror movie features intense supernatural elements and peril. Consider your child's sensitivity to scary content before viewing. Watch together to discuss the difference between fantasy games and reality, and talk about online safety.

Parent chat guide

After watching, ask: 'What made the game turn scary?' and 'How did the friends support each other?' Discuss the importance of setting boundaries in online activities and recognizing when fiction becomes too intense.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What was your favorite part of the movie?
  • How did the friends work together?
  • Why do you think the game became real?
  • What would you do if an online game felt too scary?
  • How does the film comment on digital escapism?
  • What role does friendship play in overcoming the horror?

Where to watch

Streaming availability has not been announced yet.

Trailer

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