Weapons is a 2025 American supernatural mystery horror film directed, written, and produced by Zach Cregger (known for Barbarian). It stars an ensemble cast including Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, Toby Huss, Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan.
The plot follows the chilling disappearance of 17 out of 18 children from the same classroom at Maybrook Elementary School, who all mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly 2:17 a.m. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives and non-linear storytelling, blending suspense, jump scares, dark humor, and supernatural elements as the community grapples with grief, questions, and unraveling the terrifying mystery behind the event—revealing influences like parasitic fungi that puppet their victims.
The film has been praised for its innovative narrative, strong performances, practical effects, and tension-building score, earning a 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, though some note pacing issues and plot inconsistencies. It was released in theaters in August 2025, grossed over $267 million worldwide, and premieres on HBO Max today, October 24, 2025, just in time for Halloween.
