Digital Debut: Hellboy: The Crooked Man Skips Theaters for October Release

Buzz is mounting for the imminent release of "Hellboy: The Crooked Man," as it gears up to debut directly on digital platforms, sidestepping the traditional path of a theatrical release. Set to premiere on October 8 in the United States, this film marks a notable deviation from conventional movie launch methods.

Preorders for "Hellboy: The Crooked Man" are already live across several digital platforms, with availability set for 9 am Pacific time and 12 noon Eastern time. Interestingly, the film won't be hitting U.S. theaters—an unusual move, especially given its planned theatrical release in the UK on September 27. This latest Hellboy adaptation has followed a rather unorthodox journey. After its initial announcement in February 2023, updates about the film became sparse.

Despite limited promotion, with a few materials shared by distributor Ketchup Entertainment, "Hellboy: The Crooked Man" is poised to forego a U.S. theatrical release altogether. The October release nonetheless seems apt, particularly as the film merges action and horror, making it a tantalizing prospect for genre fans. The official synopsis reveals that in the 1950s, rookie BPRD agent Bobbie Jo Song is tasked with transporting a spider for the Bureau but soon requires Hellboy's help when the mission takes an unexpected turn.

Their adventure leads them to Appalachia, where they must face the Crooked Man, who has resurfaced to collect souls for the devil. The rising anticipation for this film suggests that audiences are eager to see how this latest Hellboy story will unfold.