Naomie Harris and Natalie Dormer Star in ‘The Wasp,’ a Twisty New Psychological Thriller [TRAILER]

The trailer for The Wasp has finally dropped, marking the arrival of a gripping new psychological thriller starring Naomie Harris and Natalie Dormer. Directed by Guillem Morales and adapted by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm from her critically acclaimed play, the film is set to premiere in select U.S. theaters on August 30th, 2024, thanks to a distribution deal with Shout! Studios and XYZ Films.

The Wasp unfolds as a sharp and suspenseful tale of two estranged childhood friends, Heather (played by Harris) and Carla (Dormer), who reconnect over tea after years of silence. However, their seemingly innocuous reunion takes a dark turn when Heather presents a shocking proposition that promises to irrevocably alter the course of their lives.

Dominic Allburn, Jack Morris, Leah Mondesir-Simmonds, and Rupert Holliday-Evans round out the cast.

The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, where it received widespread praise for its tense narrative and strong performances, particularly from Harris and Dormer. With its UK origins, The Wasp draws on the play’s initial success at London’s Trafalgar Studios in 2015, where Laura Donnelly and MyAnna Buring originally starred in the leading roles.

As the film’s release date approaches, the newly unveiled trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into the story’s intricate plot. With a tagline like “Are you sure you want him actually dead?” the trailer hints at the film’s central mystery, leaving viewers eager to uncover the full story when it hits theaters later this month.

Whether you’re a fan of the original play or new to the story, The Wasp is shaping up to be a must-see thriller that promises to deliver both twists and chills in equal measure. Don’t miss it when it lands in theaters on August 30th.