Over Your Dead Body (2026)

Movie · 2026 · Action, Comedy, Thriller · 1h 45m · R · English

Curator score: 2.3/10 (73.5K ratings)

Breakups are all in the execution.

Overview

A dysfunctional couple head to a remote cabin to "reconnect", but each has secret intentions to kill the other.

Ratings

Director

Jorma Taccone

Production

87North Productions, XYZ Films, 74 Entertainment, IPR.VC, The Trip Productions

Cast

Samara Weaving, Jason Segel, Timothy Olyphant, Juliette Lewis, Keith Jardine, Paul Guilfoyle, Jake Curran, Nikolai Kinski, Kayla Jenee Radomski, Danusia Samal, Jennifer Amaka Pettersson, Yoon Cha-Lee, Bill Jones, Robert Goodman, Andy Cohen, Iina Kuustonen, André Eriksen, Ilkka Villi, Kumail Nanjiani, Casey Wilson

Curator Review

Verdict

While 'Over Your Dead Body' features a unique blend of dark humor and thriller elements, its execution may not resonate with everyone. The film's attempt to balance comedy with serious themes results in a disjointed experience that some viewers may find jarring.

Best for

  • fans of dark comedies
  • those who enjoy unconventional thrillers
  • viewers looking for a unique narrative twist

Skip if

  • sensitive to themes of violence and sexual assault
  • prefer straightforward narratives
  • dislike dark humor

Overview

In 'Over Your Dead Body', the tension between a couple's dysfunctional relationship and their hidden murderous intentions creates a unique narrative tension. The film's humor often serves as a counterbalance to its darker themes, resulting in a chaotic but engaging viewing experience. However, the tonal shifts can be jarring, especially when the film delves into more serious territory, which some viewers may find off-putting.

Worth noting

Samara Weaving and Jason Segel deliver performances that oscillate between comedic and sinister, adding depth to their characters' complexities. While the film has its flaws, particularly in pacing and handling sensitive subjects, it may appeal to those who appreciate a mix of genres and a willingness to explore the absurdity of human relationships.

Top Letterboxd reviews

⋆˚࿔ abigail 𝜗𝜚˚⋆ (3.5★) · 2308 likes

adding to the samara weaving crazy ass husband cinematic universe

cob (4★) · 1765 likes

samara weaving covered in blood likely thing for her to be

cob (4★) · 1414 likes

ITS WINE O’CLOCK MOTHERFUCKERRR

cameron (1★) · 1249 likes

omg i’m so tired can we not do homophobic rape jokes in 2026 i’m begging

Hailli (2.5★) · 986 likes

Personally, if my husband planned my murder that’d be a dealbreaker. But maybe that’s just me.

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Topics

dark comedy, thriller, action, absurdity, relationship dynamics, humor

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