Clayface (2026) Plot: What the Film Is About
Gotham has produced many tragic figures, and Clayface adds another one. Matt Hagen, played by Tom Rhys Harries, grew up with almost nothing on the streets of Gotham. Through talent and drive, he became a Hollywood star with a career many could only dream of.
That success collapses after an encounter with a local crime boss leaves him severely disfigured. His face was his fortune, and once it is gone, the people around him walk away. Isolated and out of options, Matt turns to an experimental treatment that seems to give him back the looks he lost.
The cure comes at a cost. The procedure starts to affect how Matt sees the world around him, and his sense of what is real becomes unstable. As that happens, a hunger for revenge against those who wronged him takes over.
The tagline, “Look fear in the face,” sets the tone. This is a 109-minute horror thriller about identity, vanity and the price of becoming whole again, told through shapeshifting and body horror.
What Makes Clayface Notable
- A DC villain in the spotlight: Clayface is a DC Studios production set in the DC Universe (DCU). It builds a full feature around one of Gotham’s classic comic-book monsters.
- Horror-first approach: The film leans into horror, thriller and science fiction rather than standard superhero action. Body horror and a scientific experiment sit at the centre of the story.
- Notable writers: The screenplay is credited to Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini. James Watkins directs.
- The cast: Tom Rhys Harries leads as Matt Hagen / Clayface. He is joined by Naomi Ackie as Caitlyn Corr, Eddie Marsan as Frank, Max Minghella as John Borrelli and David Dencik as Marcos Jabo. Francesca Corney, Ruby Sear, Wil Coban, Joshua James and Jake Curran round out the ensemble.
- Production: This is an American, English-language film. It was produced by DC Studios with Domain Entertainment, 6th & Idaho Motion Picture Company, Troll Court Entertainment and The Safran Company.
Who Will Enjoy Clayface
- Fans of body horror and transformation stories
- DC and Batman-universe followers curious about the DCU’s darker side
- Viewers who like revenge thrillers with a tragic, character-driven core
- Horror fans who appreciate science-fiction twists on the monster movie
- Adult audiences comfortable with R-18 content
Clayface Release Date in the Philippines & Where to Watch
Clayface opened worldwide on October 19, 2026. Its theatrical release in the Philippines is October 21, 2026, and it carries an R-18 rating locally, so it is for adult viewers only.
Where to watch in the Philippines: For now, Clayface is a cinema release. No streaming platform has been listed for the Philippines yet, so check your local cinema schedules for screening times. A streaming or digital release has not been announced yet. An official trailer is available if you want a preview before heading to the theatre.
Trailer
Cast
Tom Rhys Harriesas Matt Hagen / ClayfaceSee credits →
Naomi Ackieas Caitlyn CorrSee credits →
Eddie Marsanas FrankSee credits →
Max Minghellaas John Borrelli
David Dencikas Marcos Jabo
Francesca Corneyas Rosie
Ruby Searas Theresa
Wil Cobanas Bones
Photo: TMDB
FAQ
- When is the Clayface release date in the Philippines?
- Clayface opens in Philippine cinemas on October 21, 2026, two days after its worldwide release on October 19, 2026.
- Where can I watch Clayface in the Philippines?
- Clayface is currently showing in cinemas. No streaming platform has been listed for the Philippines yet, and a digital release has not been announced.
- Who is in the cast of Clayface?
- Tom Rhys Harries stars as Matt Hagen / Clayface. The cast also includes Naomi Ackie, Eddie Marsan, Max Minghella and David Dencik, with Francesca Corney, Ruby Sear, Wil Coban, Joshua James and Jake Curran.
- What is the rating and runtime of Clayface?
- Clayface is rated R-18 in the Philippines and runs 109 minutes.
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