How to Watch ‘Children of Corn’?: “Children of the Corn” has become an important part of pop culture since the release of the 1984 film adaptation of Stephen King’s short story. The franchise has since spawned eight sequels and has been referenced in various forms of media, from “South Park” to Eminem and Kendrick Lamar’s music to “Wreck-It Ralph.” The latest addition to the series is a prequel that takes us back to the beginning to explore the origins of the youth-led dystopia and the chaos that ensued.
Written and directed by Kurt Wimmer, known for his work on “Equilibrium,” this new installment isn’t a direct adaptation of King’s original story. Instead, it delves deeper into the mythology behind the children’s uprising. While it’s the eleventh movie in the franchise, it takes a new direction and offers a fresh perspective on the terrifying world of “Children of the Corn.”
Horror fans have always been eager to watch King being adapted to the screen, even if The results are occasionally polarising, like last year’s Mr. Harringan’s Phone and Firestarter. The latest film circles around 12-year-old Eden (Kate Moyer), who is possessed by an evil nature spirit. She is the leader of a legion of deranged children who have been indoctrinated into her sinister mission to please the dark entity by slaughtering all the adults in their small Nebraska town and anyone else who opposes her.
The only teen immune to Eden’s influence is Boleyn Williams (Elena Kampouris). With the fate of the town hanging in the balance, Boleyn may be the only hope for stopping Eden and preventing a catastrophic outcome.
Children of Corn Cast:
The 2023 version of Children of the Corn boasts an impressive cast that includes Elena Kampouris, who stars as Boleyn Williams, Kate Moyer as Eden Edwards, Callan Mulvey ( known for Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice) as Robert Williams, Bruce Spence ( who was last seen in Love and Monsters) as Pastor Penny, Stephen Hunter as Calvin Covington, Erika Heynatz as June Willis, Andrew S. Gilbert as Sheriff Gebler, and Joe Klocek as Calder Colvington.
Is Children of Corn playing in movie theatres?
Yes. RLJE films released the 2023 version of Children of Corn exclusively in limited movie theatres on March 3rd, 2023. Horror movie fans who are looking to get spooked can head over to Fandango and look for theater listings or show timings for the movie near you.
Where can I stream the Children of Corn movie online?
As of now, nowhere. RLJE Films decided on releasing the film for a small theatrical window first. However, audiences who are not too sure about the film, seeing how it has been received poorly by film critics, can wait for the VOD release on 21st March 2023, after which they will be able to Buy/Rent the film on multiple services like Amazon, Itunes, and VUDU.
As to subscription-based streaming is concerned, the film will also be available on Shudder on the same day as its digital release.
Watch the trailer for Children of Corn Here:
