This Is Not a Test
“School's out for the zombie apocalypse.”
Synopsis
Sloane and four classmates take cover in Cortege High to escape a world plagued by the infected. As danger relentlessly pounds on the doors, Sloane begins to see the world through the eyes of those who actually want to live and takes matters into her own hands.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-01-14
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 21 DaysToronto After Dark Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 20, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 13, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$150K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam MacDonald
- Screenplay & Story
- Adam MacDonald
- Original Score
- Lee Malia
- Original Title
- This Is Not a Test
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Worldwide Gross
- $150K
- Production Studios
- Anova Pictures, BondIt Media Capital, North Avenue Pictures, WorldOne Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam MacDonald
Adam MacDonald, Courtney Summers
Lee Malia
Christian Bielz
Cybill Lui, Matthew Helderman, Luke Taylor
Department Leadership Roster
Adam MacDonald
Director
Cybill Lui
Producer
Adam MacDonald
Screenplay
Lee Malia
Original Music Composer
Christian Bielz
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Is Not a Test
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What is This Is Not a Test about?
Sloane and four classmates take cover in Cortege High to escape a world plagued by the infected. As danger relentlessly pounds on the doors, Sloane begins to see the world through the eyes of those who actually want to live and takes matters into her own hands.
Who directed This Is Not a Test?
This Is Not a Test was directed by Adam MacDonald.
Who stars in This Is Not a Test?
The principal cast of This Is Not a Test includes Olivia Holt, Froy Gutierrez, Carson MacCormac, Corteon Moore, Chloe Avakian.
When was This Is Not a Test released and how long is it?
This Is Not a Test was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
How much did This Is Not a Test make at the box office?
This Is Not a Test grossed $150K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for This Is Not a Test?
The original motion picture soundtrack for This Is Not a Test was composed by Lee Malia.
Is This Is Not a Test based on a book or true story?
This Is Not a Test is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Courtney Summers".
What is the age rating and content advisory for This Is Not a Test?
This Is Not a Test holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).