Real Fiction Studios has just dropped the chilling trailer for The Death of Snow White, a dark fantasy adaptation of the Brothers Grimm‘s timeless 1812 fairytale. Scheduled to hit theaters in March 2025, this independent film is set to debut alongside Disney’s much-anticipated live-action Snow White starring Rachel Zegler, offering audiences a radically different vision of the iconic story.
From the mind of writer-director Jason Brooks, known for his portrayals of Jason Voorhees in fan-made Friday the 13th films, The Death of Snow White takes a daring leap into the macabre. Described as “a dark fantasy retelling with elements of horror,” the film promises to upend the traditional tale with an expanded storyline, emotional brutality, and jaw-dropping practical effects. The synopsis teases an unflinchingly grim world filled with a self-mutilating Evil Queen, dwarves turned lethal warriors, and an atmosphere dripping with dread.
The trailer gives a taste of what’s to come, featuring harrowing fight sequences and eerie glimpses of Snow White’s harrowing journey. It’s a far cry from Disney’s 1937 animated classic, deep diving into the Brothers Grimm’s original darkness and pushing boundaries with its terrifying reimagining.
The talented cast includes Sanae Loutsis as Snow White, Chelsea Edmunds as the Evil Queen, Tristan Nokes as the Prince, and Kelly Tappan as the Good Queen. Supporting roles are brought to life by Tyler McKenna, Meredith Binder, Ali Chapman, Jeremy Hallam, Dillon Moore, Michael DeSantos, Risa Mei, and more. Shawn Loutsis serves as the executive producer, with an impressive production team including Naomi Mechem-Miller, Kody Newton, Kayli Fortun, Charles Bunce, Randy Brians, and Steve Barton.
For fans of twisted fairytales and horror enthusiasts alike, The Death of Snow White promises to be a cinematic experience unlike any other. With its March release coming closer, it’s set to ignite conversations, push genre boundaries, and offer an unforgettable time travel into a shadowy world where happily-ever-after is anything but certain. Nonetheless, one thing is certain—March 2025 will be the month Snow White’s tale gets a double spotlight, and audiences will have two vastly different versions to choose from. As we anxiously await, get ready for a haunting ride into the Grimm Brothers’ darkest dreams.