Hewes Pictures has announced the I Heart Willie release date for its upcoming slasher movie inspired by Disney’s classic animated short film Steamboat Willie. The horror project hails from director Alejandro G. Alegre.
“Popular YouTubers Daniel and Nico are invited to investigate a haunted property drawn by rumors of a malevolent force. The legend centers around a boy born with deformities, resembling a human-mouse hybrid, who inspired Walt Disney’s Steamboat Willie. Abused and isolated, the boy, now known as Willie, crafts a bodysuit from the skins of trespassers,” reads the official synopsis. “Over the years, his gruesome legacy fades into folklore — until a series of disappearances sparks renewed interest. As Daniel and Nico set up for a night of thrills, they unknowingly step into a deadly game of survival.”
When is the I Heart Willie release date?
I Heart Willie will arrive in theaters exclusively across North America for one night only on February 26, 2025. The film is directed by Alegre from a screenplay written by David Vaughn. Vaughn also leads the cast as the titular killer. He will be joined by Maya Luna, Micho Camacho, Sergio Rogalto, and Daniela Porras.
The film is produced by Vaughn and Princeton Holt along with Liz Sanchez and Arturo Renteria. The horror reimagining was filmed on location in Michoacán, Mexico. Before its U.S. release, it initially premiered at the Morbido Film Fest in Mexico City. It is a production of Hewes Pictures, with Rubey Entertainment handling its distribution.
“We’re thrilled to bring I HEART WILLIE to audiences everywhere,” Holt said in a press release. “This film was made with the fans in mind, and we can’t wait for it to be an unforgettable experience — packed with scares, thrills, and a great time for everyone. We are confident I HEART WILLIE will become a cult classic, leaving fans talking long after the credits roll. By the way, speaking of end credits, don’t leave too early, or you might miss something.”
