A new scream queen may be stepping onto the horror stage. Krysten Ritter, best known for her roles in Jessica Jones and Don’t Trust the B, in Apartment 23, has officially signed on to star in the upcoming horror thriller Claire.
The film will be introduced to buyers at the American Film Market (AFM) this month, with Twenty-Nine Palms Entertainment and OGM Worldwide handling production and international sales. While plot details are being kept under wraps, Claire is described as a tense and deeply atmospheric horror experience that dives into psychological unease and personal dread.
Ritter’s casting is already generating buzz among horror fans. Known for her dark wit and magnetic screen presence, she brings both strength and vulnerability to her characters, traits that make her a natural fit for modern horror’s more character-driven storytelling. Her move into this genre suggests a fresh creative turn after years of success in television and comic-adaptation drama.
Industry watchers are also paying attention to Claire’s unveiling at AFM, which often serves as the launchpad for the next wave of festival-bound genre hits. With indie distributors and international buyers on the lookout for smart, original horror, Claire could emerge as a breakout title heading into 2026.
No release window has been announced yet, but sources indicate that filming is expected to begin soon after AFM wraps, with more casting and production details expected before year’s end.
Whether Claire leans into supernatural chills or psychological breakdowns, one thing’s certain, Krysten Ritter’s return to darker material has fans and critics eager to see what nightmares she brings to life next.
