Eli Roth’s 'Ice Cream Man' Targets August Theatrical Launch

Filmmaker Eli Roth is set to unleash his latest horror creation, titled 'Ice Cream Man,' this summer. This marks the inaugural feature film distributed under Roth’s new production banner, The Horror Section.

The movie is scheduled for a wide theatrical rollout across North America on August 7. Iconic Events Releasing will handle the distribution, planning to launch the film on more than 2,000 screens.

Synopsis of the Summer Horror Flick

Producers have released a synopsis detailing the plot of the upcoming feature. The story centers on an idyllic summer town that spirals into chaos.

This descent into madness begins when a seemingly friendly ice cream man starts serving sweet treats that yield terrifying consequences for the local children.

Cast and Creative Team Revealed

The film boasts a notable ensemble cast. Ari Millen steps into the role of the titular Ice Cream Man.

The cast also includes Benjamin Byron Davis, Karen Cliche, Dylan Hawco, Sarah Abbott, Shiloh O’Reilly, Kiori Mirza Waldman, Charlie Zeltzer, and Charlie Storey. Eli Roth himself is also listed among the actors.

Behind the Scenes: Writing and Music

As a recognized horror auteur, Roth co-wrote the screenplay for 'Ice Cream Man.' He collaborated on the script with his longtime creative partner, Noah Belson.

The auditory experience of the film is enhanced by an original score composed by Brandon Roberts. Furthermore, the soundtrack includes additional musical contributions from Snoop Dogg.