**Eli Roth’s “Ice Cream Man” Unveils First Look and Star-Studded Cast**
“Ice Cream Man,” the chilling new film from horror and slasher master Eli Roth, has revealed its first look image along with its impressive cast. Roth describes the movie as his “most terrifying and insane film to date,” promising horror fans a uniquely terrifying experience.
### A Talented Cast Brings the Horror to Life
Leading the cast is Ari Millen (“Orphan Black”) as the titular Ice Cream Man. He is joined by Benjamin Byron Davis (“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”), Karen Cliche (“Thanksgiving”), Dylan Hawco (“Heartland”), Sarah Abbott (“Black Mirror,” “The Body”), Shiloh O’Reilly (“Thanksgiving”), Kiori Mirza Waldman, Charlie Zeltzer (“The Handmaid’s Tale”), and Charlie Storey (“Thanksgiving”). Eli Roth himself, known for cult horror hits like “Cabin Fever,” “Hostel,” and 2023’s “Thanksgiving,” also appears in the film.
### Music Collaboration with Snoop Dogg
Adding a unique musical element, legendary artist Snoop Dogg, who Roth is collaborating with on another upcoming horror project titled “Don’t Go in That House, Bitch!,” will contribute some of the film’s music.
### Roth on Realizing a Long-Held Vision
“I couldn’t be more excited about the incredible cast we’ve assembled for *Ice Cream Man*,” Roth said. “It’s surreal to see the idea I’ve had for over twenty years come to life, and with this insanely talented cast, we get to deliver a film to horror fans that’s as terrifying as I’ve always imagined.”
### Plot: A Summer Town Descends into Madness
*Ice Cream Man* follows an idyllic summer town that descends into madness when an ice cream man begins serving kids sweet treats with horrifying consequences. The film wrapped principal photography in September and is slated for a wide theatrical release in 2026.
### Distribution and Sales
WME Independent represents international rights for the film and is actively selling at the American Film Market (AFM). Domestically, The Horror Section—which Roth founded earlier this year in partnership with Media Capital Technologies—is handling distribution rights. After its market debut at Cannes, *Ice Cream Man* sold out nearly worldwide.
StudioCanal’s Sixth Dimension secured distribution rights for the U.K., Germany, France, Benelux, Poland, Australia, and New Zealand.
### Production and Creative Team
*Ice Cream Man* was written and produced by Eli Roth, who co-wrote the script with longtime collaborator Noah Belson. Additional producers include Christopher Woodrow, Raj Singh, and Kate Harrison of Cream Productions. Executive producers are Kevin Frakes, Connor DiGregorio, Eli Massillon, and Lorenzo Antonucci from MCT, alongside Jon Schnaars and Holly Adams of The Horror Section.
This film marks Roth’s first project under The Horror Section banner.
### Behind the Scenes: Score and Effects
The film’s suspenseful atmosphere is amplified by the score from Emmy-winning composer Brandon Roberts. Prosthetic makeup effects are crafted by Steve Newburn (“Thanksgiving”) and Oscar winner Adrien Morot (“Thanksgiving,” “The Whale”).
### Representation
– Eli Roth is represented by WME.
– Ari Millen is represented by The Characters Talent Agency and Stewart Talent.
– Benjamin Byron Davis is represented by Advanced Management.
– Karen Cliche is represented by Edna Talent Management.
– Dylan Hawco is represented by Gary Goddard Agency.
– Sarah Abbott is represented by Ambition Talent Agency and TalentWorks.
– Shiloh O’Reilly is represented by The Characters Talent Agency.
– Kiori Mirza Waldman is represented by Carrie Wheeler Entertainment Group.
– Charlie Zeltzer is represented by The Talent House.
– Charlie Storey is represented by Creative Drive Artists.
Stay tuned for more updates on *Ice Cream Man* as Eli Roth delivers what promises to be one of the most intense horror experiences to date.
https://variety.com/2025/film/global/eli-roth-horror-ice-cream-man-first-look-cast-1236579767/
