New Trailer Released for Sci-Fi Film Companion

The new sci-fi thriller 'Companion,' starring Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher, centers on a jailbroken AI girlfriend who turns violent during a weekend getaway. Directed by Drew Hancock, the film features Quaid as Josh, who unwittingly unleashes the murderous tendencies of Iris, played by Thatcher, after modifying her programming. The trailer reveals that Iris finds joy in both meeting Josh and in the act of killing him, presenting a twisted narrative that explores themes of toxic relationships and AI consciousness. With a supporting cast that includes Lukas Gage, Megan Suri, Harvey Guillén, and Rupert Friend, 'Companion' aims to differentiate itself from typical robot horror movies by presenting Iris as a sympathetic character. The film is set for release on January 31, 2025, and Hancock emphasizes that it offers fresh twists that subvert audience expectations. Quaid has praised the script as one of the best he has read, indicating a complex storyline beyond the initial premise.