Eli Roth Unleashes Killer Kids in ‘Ice Cream Man’ Slasher Trailer
The first teaser for Eli Roth’s highly anticipated horror film “Ice Cream Man” has made its debut. This slasher flick is set to hit 2,000 theatres across North America on August 7. The film takes place in the seemingly serene town of Bayleen Bay, which spirals into chaos when a sinister ice cream man wreaks havoc on the community.
Overview of “Ice Cream Man”
The 30-second teaser presents an alarming scene. Children are depicted engaging in unsettling behavior, including looming over sleeping parents and crafting snow angels in blood. A chilling moment shows children restraining a woman while another strikes her with a bat. The tagline, “I scream. You scream. We all scream for Ice Cream Man,” ominously captures the film’s essence.
Cast and Crew
- Ari Millen plays the lead role of the ice cream man. He is known for his performance in “Orphan Black.”
- Benjamin Byron Davis featured in “Guardians of the Galaxy 3.”
- Other cast members include Dylan Hawco, Kiori Mirza Waldman, Charlie Zeltzer, and Sarah Abbott.
- Karen Cliche, Shiloh O’Reilly, and Charlie Storey reprise their roles from Roth’s previous film “Thanksgiving.”
Production Details
This film marks Eli Roth’s first project under The Horror Section, a company he launched in March 2025. Roth is not only directing but also co-writing the screenplay with his long-time collaborator Noah Belson. In a unique twist, Snoop Dogg is set to provide original music for the film, while rap icon Nas will act as executive producer through Mass Appeal, in collaboration with The Horror Section.
With its blend of horror and dark humor, “Ice Cream Man” promises to be a chilling addition to the horror genre. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches.
