Director Zoë Kravitz invites viewers to an intense and thrilling experience with her first film, Blink Twice. Known for her strong performances in movies like Kimi, The Batman, and the Fantastic Beasts series, Kravitz is now taking on directing.
The film stars Channing Tatum in a darker role than usual, offering plenty of suspense and scares. Despite many excellent thrillers released in 2024, Blink Twice aims to stand out.
Channing Tatum’s character, Slater King, is a tech billionaire who invites Naomi Ackie’s character, Frida, a cocktail waitress, to a luxurious vacation on his private island.
What begins as a dream holiday starts to fall apart as Frida uncovers a disturbing truth. The film also features a strong supporting cast with Alia Shawkat as Frida’s friend Jess, Christian Slater as Vic, and Simon Rex as Cody.
As the release date of Blink Twice approaches, here’s how you can watch it.
Is Blink Twice Streaming?
For those hoping to watch from home, Blink Twice will initially be shown only in movie theaters. The film is distributed by Amazon MGM, so it may eventually appear on MGM+, similar to other recent releases.
However, there are no official plans yet for its streaming release, and it might take a few months before the movie is available on digital platforms.
It is also possible that Blink Twice could be released on Prime Video in the future. While it’s unclear which of Amazon MGM’s streaming services will host the film, an announcement will likely come as the movie finishes its theater run. Keep an eye on Collider for the latest updates.
Is Blink Twice In Theaters?
Blink Twice will be in theaters starting Friday, August 23, 2024. While it may be one of the top choices for the weekend, it faces stiff competition. Besides Blink Twice, Lionsgate will release the gothic action film The Crow, starring Bill Skarsgård, which is a remake of the 1994 classic.
The film will also compete with top box office hits such as Fede Álvarez’s Alien: Romulus, the newest installment in the popular sci-fi horror series, and Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine, which is still drawing large crowds. Additionally, It Ends with Us, a romantic drama starring Blake Lively, will also be competing in its third weekend.
What Is Blink Twice About?
The trailer for Blink Twice opens with Channing Tatum’s character, Slater King, looking hurt and announcing that everyone has died. It then rewinds to introduce the main characters, especially Naomi Ackie’s Frida.
This creative start sets a mysterious tone, showing Frida’s vacation that quickly turns into a nightmare. The trailer hints at the strange events without giving too much away.
The official synopsis for Blink Twice reads:
“When tech billionaire Slater King (Channing Tatum) meets cocktail waitress Frida (Naomi Ackie) at his fundraising gala, sparks fly. He invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. It’s paradise. Wild nights blend into sun-soaked days and everyone’s having a great time.
No one wants this trip to end, but as strange things start to happen, Frida begins to question her reality. There is something wrong with this place. She’ll have to uncover the truth if she wants to make it out of this party alive.”
