Few things unsettle like a voice that sounds exactly like your mother’s, saying something she’d never say. That is the chilling hook of Other Mommy, which opened in theaters on October 9, 2026 and has already split social media.
What Is Other Mommy About?
The film follows seven-year-old Isabela “Bela” Martin, who is struggling at a new school while her parents drift apart. Then a supernatural presence that looks like her mother begins appearing. Bela calls it “Other Mommy,” and it keeps asking to enter her heart.
The entity can shapeshift and manipulate its surroundings, and the threat soon spreads to the whole family. Her parents, Ursula and Russell, seek shelter with a friend, then turn to Bela’s grandmother, who brings in paranormal investigators. They learn it is a trickster demon that can possess Bela only with her permission. That single rule drives the film’s tension.
Other Mommy: Film Snapshot
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Title | Other Mommy |
| Genre | Supernatural psychological horror |
| Release date | October 9, 2026 (theaters) |
| Director | Rob Savage |
| Producer | James Wan |
| Lead star | Jessica Chastain |
| Child lead | Arabella Olivia Clark (Bela) |
| Also starring | Jay Duplass, Dichen Lachman, Arian Moayed, Karen Allen |
| Based on | Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman |
| Early verdict | Mixed |
What Audiences Are Saying?
Honestly, opinions are all over the place:
- The fans: One viewer called it a decent but not top-tier horror film, praising Jessica Chastain while saying young Arabella Olivia Clark stole the show. Another rated it 3 out of 5 and called it a satisfying one-time watch.
- The critics: At the other end, some viewers called it awful, with one saying they couldn’t believe they paid for a ticket.
That kind of split usually means a film has a strong concept but divides people on execution. If you love slow-building dread and creepy-child horror, you may land on the happier side.
Who’s Behind the Scares?
Beyond the director and producer, the screenplay is by Nathan Elston, with music by Patrick Jonsson, cinematography by Lowell A. Meyer and editing by John Cutler. Director Rob Savage had also promised a jump-scare-heavy experience that is “full of dread,” so expect a loud theater.
Should You Watch It?
Go if you enjoy supernatural horror, monster-in-the-family storylines or strong child performances. Skip it if you want a polished, critic-proof thriller. Either way, watch it in a theater with friends, because nervous laughter is half the fun of horror.
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FAQs
1. Who stars in Other Mommy?
Jessica Chastain leads, alongside Arabella Olivia Clark, Jay Duplass, Dichen Lachman, Arian Moayed and Karen Allen.
2. Is Other Mommy worth watching?
Early reactions are mixed, ranging from “fun” and “one-time watch” to “awful,” so it depends on your taste for horror.
