A Bloody Mess
“A film about rage that's a movie about revenge that's a documentary about sh*t.”
Synopsis
A true-crime documentarian and her trusty crew investigate a small-town tragedy that’s faded into memory as a national joke. As her determination to uncover the truth becomes more and more intense, her methods become less and less ethical—until they become dangerous.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-11
Top Cast
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Mary Birdsong
Elaine Blair
Anna Bezahler
Drew Taylor
Dhruv Uday Singh
Brian Paxton
James Werner
Eugene Warren
Jim Woods
Ted Cower
Cameron Kelly
Melissa Albright
Casey Feigh
Aaron Albright
Greyson Reilly
Guille Albright
Matt O'Toole
Benjamin Darling
Betsy Sodaro
Jenn Wernick
Geoff Ross
Rick Aster
Monica Loomba
Dr. Lydia Greenwood
Carl Tart
Stand Up
David Theune
Fred Stickman
Haley Mills
Caroline Murphy
Joel Alpert
Prof. Farthings
Sunita Mukhi
Caroline Murphy Esq.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 39 DaysSeptember 18, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 27, 2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Hayden
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Hayden
- Original Score
- Mike O'Toole
- Original Title
- A Bloody Mess
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- A Messy Mess
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Hayden
Daniel Hayden
Mike O'Toole
Alex Parker
Daniel Hayden
Daniel Hayden, Sydney O'Toole
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Hayden
Director
Daniel Hayden
Writer
Daniel Hayden
Producer
Sydney O'Toole
Producer
Alex Parker
Director of Photography
Daniel Hayden
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Bloody Mess
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What is A Bloody Mess about?
A true-crime documentarian and her trusty crew investigate a small-town tragedy that’s faded into memory as a national joke. As her determination to uncover the truth becomes more and more intense, her methods become less and less ethical—until they become dangerous.
Who directed A Bloody Mess?
A Bloody Mess was directed by Daniel Hayden.
Who stars in A Bloody Mess?
The principal cast of A Bloody Mess includes Sydney O'Toole, Mary Birdsong, Anna Bezahler, Dhruv Uday Singh, James Werner.
When was A Bloody Mess released and how long is it?
A Bloody Mess was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for A Bloody Mess?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Bloody Mess was composed by Mike O'Toole.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Bloody Mess?
A Bloody Mess holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).