Hellboy: The Crooked Man - Release date, cast, plot and more about the newest reboot of the franchise

A shot from Hellboy: The Crooked Man | Image source: Ketchup Entertainment
A shot from Hellboy: The Crooked Man | Image source: Ketchup Entertainment

Bryan Taylor's Hellboy: The Crooked Man is a superhero movie with a strong horror element, based on Mike Mignola's character Hellboy from Dark Horse Comics.

The film has been released throughout 2024 in various countries. However, recent reports suggest that the film will be available for purchase on video-on-demand services starting October 8, 2024.

The distribution rights for Hellboy: The Crooked Man in the United States are owned by Ketchup Entertainment. While there is a possibility of a theatrical release in the U.S., there has been no official confirmation from the distributor. Additionally, this will be the fourth film in the Hellboy series.


What is the release date of Hellboy: The Crooked Man?

As officially confirmed, Hellboy: The Crooked Man is set to be released on VOD and will be available for purchase on Amazon. The release date is October 8, 2024.

Is Hellboy: The Crooked Man coming to theatres?

Filming began in early 2023, with the shooting location reportedly being Bulgaria. Initially, the movie was released in several countries, including Belgium, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and Portugal. However, there is still no official confirmation about The Crooked Man’s theatrical release in the United States.


Is Hellboy: The Crooked Man a sequel?

David Harbour in Hellboy 2019 (The First Reboot) playing the role of Hellboy | Image source: Lionsgate movies
David Harbour in Hellboy 2019 (The First Reboot) playing the role of Hellboy | Image source: Lionsgate movies

The first movie came out in 2004, introducing audiences to the concept of a human-raised demon fighting paranormal entities. After its release, we saw two more films—Hellboy II: The Golden Army and Hellboy (2019, the first reboot).

According to reports, The Crooked Man, directed by Neil Marshall, is not a sequel to either David Harbour's or Ron Perlman’s Hellboy stories. Instead, it marks the franchise's second reboot, starting fresh with a new storyline.


What is the plot of Hellboy: The Crooked Man?

An intense sequence amidst a forest from Hellboy: The Crooked Man | Image source: Ketchup Entertainment
An intense sequence amidst a forest from Hellboy: The Crooked Man | Image source: Ketchup Entertainment

Hellboy: The Crooked Man is based on a story directly adapted from its comic book. Set in the mountainous terrains of Appalachia in the 1950s, in this movie Hellboy roams the earth assisted by an amateur agent of the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense (B.P.R.D.) - a notable fictitious organisation from the comics of Hellboy. Their main work is to fight off supernatural spirits and occult developments on earth.

Very soon, Hellboy discovers that he is in a rural area that is haunted by supernatural forces and mysterious presence. The main leader of these spirits is infamously known as the Crooked Man - as goes the name of the movie.

The movie will center around a face off between the hornless devil superhero and leader of the evil. The viewers will reportedly witness how Hellboy makes use of his wits as well as superpowers to unearth the mysteries of the place to save the community suffering under the paranormal shadow.


Who is in the cast of Hellboy: The Crooked Man?

Adeline Rudolph playing the part of Bobbie Jo Song in Hellboy: The Crooked Man | Image source: Ketchup Entertainment
Adeline Rudolph playing the part of Bobbie Jo Song in Hellboy: The Crooked Man | Image source: Ketchup Entertainment

Following Ron Perlman and David Harbour’s portrayals of Hellboy in the previous three films, the cast for this second reboot has changed. Jack Kesy will star as the new Hellboy, alongside Adeline Rudolph as Bobbie Jo Song, who reportedly plays the role of an agent.

Martin Bassindale has been cast as Professor Broom, Hellboy’s adoptive father. Other cast members include Leah McNamara, Jefferson White, and Joseph Marcell.


Is there a trailer for Hellboy: The Crooked Man?

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The official trailer of Hellboy: The Crooked Man came out in parts with the initial release of a teaser portraying elements of horror and action, packed with suspense.

Additionally, another trailer was released shortly after the first, revealing even more chilling visuals. The clip begins in a rocky terrain and moves through expansive fields and a shadowy town, building suspense. Demonic possessions feature prominently in this trailer, emphasizing the horror angle of the movie.


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Edited by Sezal Srivastava