The Horror Section has announced that Eli Roth’s new horror film Ice Cream Man will arrive in theaters on August 7, 2026. The film is scheduled for a wide North American theatrical release on more than 2,000 screens through Iconic Events Releasing.
Ice Cream Man follows a quiet summer town that begins to unravel when a mysterious ice cream vendor begins serving treats with disturbing consequences. As the situation escalates, the community is forced to confront the source of the growing chaos.
The film stars Ari Millen (Orphan Black) in the title role. The cast also includes Benjamin Byron Davis (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3), Karen Cliche (Thanksgiving), Dylan Hawco (Heartland), Sarah Abbott (The Body, Poser), Shiloh O’Reilly (Thanksgiving), Kiori Mirza Waldman, Charlie Zeltzer (The Handmaid’s Tale), and Charlie Storey (Thanksgiving). Roth also appears in the film.
Roth directed and produced the project and co-wrote the screenplay with longtime collaborator Noah Belson (The Rotten Fruit). The film features an original score by Emmy Award–winning composer Brandon Roberts, with additional music from Snoop Dogg. Prosthetic makeup effects are created by Steve Newburn (Thanksgiving) and Academy Award winner Adrien Morot (The Whale, Thanksgiving). Kate Harrison (Thanksgiving) produced the film for Cream Productions alongside Roth.
Ice Cream Man marks Roth’s first feature under The Horror Section banner following the company’s launch in March 2025. GRAMMY Award–winning artist Nas serves as executive producer through The Horror Section’s partnership with Mass Appeal. Nas and Roth are also collaborating on future film and television projects through the partnership.
Ice Cream Man opens in theaters across North America on August 7, 2026.
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