The Rule of Jenny Pen Trailer Featuring Lithgow, Rush Released

The upcoming psychological thriller, The Rule of Jenny Pen, directed by James Ashcroft, stars Geoffrey Rush as Judge Stefan Mortensen and John Lithgow as Dave Crealy, a sinister resident in a retirement home. After suffering a stroke, Mortensen finds himself at the mercy of Crealy, who uses a doll named Jenny Pen to terrorize the other residents. The film, adapted from Owen Marshall's short story, is set to premiere in theaters on March 7, 2025, following its debut at Fantastic Fest in September 2024. The teaser trailer highlights Lithgow's portrayal of a seemingly gentle yet malevolent character, while Rush's character attempts to confront the escalating horror. Stephen King has praised the film, calling it one of the best he's seen this year, adding to the anticipation for its release. The creative team includes Ashcroft and Eli Kent, who co-wrote the screenplay, with additional acclaim surrounding the film's unsettling premise and performances.