DC film Clayface starring Tom Rhys Harries opens in cinemas on 23 October 2026

The DC film 'Clayface' was released in cinemas on 23 October 2026. Directed by James Watkins and written by Mike Flanagan, it stars Welsh actor Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, an actor who undergoes experimental facial reconstruction surgery after being disfigured by a mob boss. The surgery, using AI-led nano cell technology, causes his flesh to mutate into a clay-like substance, leading to body horror and a loss of identity. Critics praised Harries's breakout performance and the practical effects, but noted the film's visual style was flat and murky, and that it struggled to establish a distinct look for Gotham City. The film is part of the DC Universe's 'Gods and Monsters' chapter.