Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired the rights to adapt the viral indie horror game *Mouthwashing* into a film. Karyn Kusama, known for directing *Jennifer's Body* and *The Invitation*, is attached to direct the project. The screenplay will be written by Matt Manfredi and Phil Hay, the writers behind *The Invitation*, with Scott Derrickson (*The Black Phone*, *Sinister*) set to produce.
Sony is likely hoping to replicate the success of its *Resident Evil* film adaptations, which were both critical and financial hits. Unlike the action-oriented *Resident Evil* series, *Mouthwashing* is a more grounded, psychological horror experience. The game follows the crew of a stranded spaceship as they slowly lose their grip on reality, dealing with heavy themes and surreal imagery rather than relying on jump scares.
The film does not yet have a release date. The game, which launched on PC in 2024, is now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and through Xbox Game Pass.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing