The Severed Sun
“IT HAS A TASTE FOR FOUL MEN.”
Synopsis
Magpie lives in an isolated church community ruled over by her father, The Pastor. When a man is murdered, paranoia sets in and people start to whisper about a strange 'Beast' that lives in the forest.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-04-03
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysCali Horror Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 16, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 16, 2025
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dean Puckett
- Screenplay & Story
- Dean Puckett
- Original Title
- The Severed Sun
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, Bankside Films, Creative England, BFI, iFeatures, Lunar Lander Films, Grasp The Nettle Films, Falmouth University, Takedown Pictures, Sound/Image Cinema Lab
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dean Puckett
Dean Puckett
Ian Forbes
Paco Sweetman
Kate Byers, Piers Hunt, Badie Ali, Linn Waite, Malik B. Ali
Department Leadership Roster
Dean Puckett
Writer
Paco Sweetman
Editor
Dean Puckett
Director
Lucy Hallard
Costume Design
Jude Goldrei
Producer
Rebecca Wolff
Producer
Ian Forbes
Director of Photography
Tom Atkins
Production Design
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Severed Sun
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What is The Severed Sun about?
Magpie lives in an isolated church community ruled over by her father, The Pastor. When a man is murdered, paranoia sets in and people start to whisper about a strange 'Beast' that lives in the forest.
Who directed The Severed Sun?
The Severed Sun was directed by Dean Puckett.
Who stars in The Severed Sun?
The principal cast of The Severed Sun includes Emma Appleton, Toby Stephens, Jodhi May, Lewis Gribben, Barney Harris.
When was The Severed Sun released and how long is it?
The Severed Sun was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Severed Sun?
The Severed Sun holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).