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Dylan O’Brien explains why he resists being a “likeable” star, discusses teaming with Sam Raimi on the bold survival thriller Send Help—co-starring Rachel McAdams—and signals a career shift toward riskier, midbudget cinema, including reflections on Twinless and his choice to skip Instagram.
In Sam Raimi’s Send Help, Rachel McAdams delivers a standout performance as Linda Liddle, a sharp consultant whose corporate trip with an overbearing boss (Dylan O’Brien) goes awry after a plane crash, stranding them on a tropical island. The pair’s power dynamic shifts as Linda’s survival savvy clashes with Bradley Preston’s smug arrogance, blending horror-tinged suspense with dark humor in a genre-bending thriller. Filmed in Australia and Thailand, the film showcases Raimi’s versatile touch and McAdams’s range, with Send Help arriving January 30, 2026 from 20th Century Studios and touted as a strong early gem for 2026.
Sam Raimi returns to his gory, gag-filled roots with Send Help, a dark workplace thriller led by Rachel McAdams as a ruthless boss and Dylan O’Brien as her bumbling, sexist foil, delivering gross, goofy thrills and a buoyant score by Danny Elfman.
THR’s review praises Sam Raimi’s Send Help as a bold survival thriller led by a deglamorized Rachel McAdams and a revelatory Dylan O'Brien; after a plane crash strands Linda Liddle and her abusive boss on a deserted island, Linda uses survival skills to outmatch him, with Raimi delivering outrageous set pieces and a brutal, entertaining ending, though some plot twists feel excessive.
IndieWire lauds Send Help as Raimi’s strongest horror‑comedy in years, anchored by Rachel McAdams’s electric, calculating turn as a survivor who outwits her tyrannical boss after a plane crash, marrying gruesome humor with workplace satire in a giddily satisfying finale; in theaters Jan 30.
Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien star in the horror survival film 'Send Help,' directed by Sam Raimi, about co-workers stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash, set for release in January 2026.
Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien star in Sam Raimi's darkly comedic survival thriller 'Send Help,' about two co-workers stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash, exploring themes of survival, empowerment, and transformation, set to release on January 30, 2026.
'Twinless' is a provocative and dark comedy film about two men who meet in a support group for twins who lost their siblings, with a complex plot involving lies, obsession, and a surprising twist, which gained buzz at Sundance and features notable performances by Dylan O'Brien and James Sweeney.
Twinless, a Sundance hit, features Dylan O'Brien in a dual role as brothers Rocky and Roman, blending dark comedy with emotional depth. The film explores themes of loss, identity, and complex relationships through a quirky plot involving twin loss support groups and unexpected twists, showcasing Sweeney's inventive direction and O'Brien's nuanced performance.
Director Jason Reitman's upcoming film "SNL 1975" will depict the origins of Saturday Night Live and its 1975 premiere on NBC, with a star-studded cast including Dylan O'Brien, Lamorne Morris, and Cory Michael Smith joining the lineup.
"Ponyboi," a crime film directed by Esteban Arango and starring River Gallo and Dylan O'Brien, tells the story of Ponyboi, a Latinx Intersex person working as a laundromat clerk and drug-pushing sex worker in New Jersey. The film explores Ponyboi's identity, romantic aspirations, and involvement in a criminal operation run by O'Brien's character. With visually distinct cinematography and a darkly comedic tone, "Ponyboi" offers a touching portrayal of an underrepresented gender identity, anchored by Gallo's compelling performance.
Actor Dylan O'Brien and co-star River Gallo discussed the transformation of O'Brien's appearance for the film "Ponyboi" at the Sundance Film Festival, revealing that the look was a collaborative effort between themselves and the director. The new appearance, including a close fade, slits on his eyebrows, multiple chains, and a chin-strap beard, helped O'Brien fully grasp his character and informed his portrayal in the film.
Justice Smith, Dylan O'Brien, Normani, and Maddie Ziegler were among the recipients of the Variety & Golden Globes Breakthrough Artists Party awards at the Sundance Film Festival. Smith, known for his roles in major Hollywood films, expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and recognition of his work, while O'Brien and Normani also shared their appreciation for the honor and the opportunities to push creative boundaries in their respective projects. The event celebrated breakthrough talent in the entertainment industry, highlighting the diverse and impactful stories being told at the festival.