Trailer Released for Psychological Thriller ‘Heel’ Starring Stephen Graham

Magnolia Pictures has released the first trailer for the upcoming psychological thriller Heel, directed by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Jan Komasa. The film stars Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough and is set to hit theaters on March 6, 2026.

Plot and Cast Details

Heel centers on Tommy (Anson Boon), a 19-year-old hooligan whose violent lifestyle is interrupted when he is abducted by Chris (Stephen Graham). Held captive in Chris’s suburban home, Tommy is subjected to relentless psychological games by Chris, his wife Kathryn (Andrea Riseborough), and their young son (Kit Rakusen) in a brutal attempt to reform his character.

Trailer Breakdown and Film Analysis

The newly released trailer presents a frenetic and intense preview of the film, highlighting Stephen Graham’s performance in a starkly different role from his previous work. The footage promises a dark examination of the nuclear family archetype through a story of captivity and control. Director Jan Komasa described the script from first-time screenwriter Bartek Bartosik as a “dark fable” that explores themes of freedom, isolation, and the desire for attention in the modern world.

Release Information

Heel is scheduled for a theatrical release on March 6, 2026. The trailer also hints at a future digital VOD release, though it has not been confirmed if this will coincide with the film’s opening in theaters.

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