DC villain spin-off Clayface opens in theaters to split reviews
The gist
DC's R-rated Clayface, starring Tom Rhys Harries as a Gotham street kid turned movie star, opened in theaters.
Reviewers split on whether the body-horror villain film works beyond the superhero mold.
How it unfolded
- Oct 19, 2026CBR publishes an interview with director James Watkins about the film's changes from the comic book origin.
- Oct 21, 2026/Film rates the film 5.5 out of 10 and South China Morning Post gives it 3.5 out of 5 stars.
- Oct 22, 2026The New York Times publishes its review, listing the film as directed by James Watkins, horror/sci-fi/thriller, rated R, 1h 48m.