The Village of Eight Gravestones

The Village of Eight Gravestones (2026)



八つ墓村

8.0 2026 114 min —

Director: Takashi Shimizu

Cast: Matsuya Onoe, Tomoya Oku, Mayu Hotta, Kiyohiko Shibukawa, Masanobu Takashima

Horror Mystery
A troubled young man returns to his mother’s hometown, only to find himself tangled in a deadly mystery. As a series of brutal murders rocks the village, he crosses paths with a private investigator secretly hired by the locals who see him as a threat.

More About This Film

Takashi Shimizu's highly anticipated horror film, The Village of Eight Gravestones, is set for a 2026 release. Drawing inspiration from the urban legend that inspired Shimizu's earlier masterpiece Ju-on: The Grudge, this new installment transports the terrifying legacy to a remote village in Okayama Prefecture. The story follows a young man from Tokyo who returns to his ancestral home, only to find himself entangled in the dark supernatural history of the region.

The cast features prominent Japanese talent, including Matsuya Onoe as the protagonist Kosuke Kindaichi, alongside Mayu Hotta, Kiyohiko Shibukawa, Masanobu Takashima, Reiko Takashima, and Kenichi Takito. Shimizu continues to explore themes of inherited trauma and inescapable fate, expanding the lore of the cursed video tape phenomenon into a more localized, folk-horror setting.

  • Director Takashi Shimizu known for revitalizing the J-Horror genre with Ju-on.
  • The film is based on the real-life 'Village of Eight Gravestones' urban legend.
  • Stars Matsuya Onoe, making his major return to leading horror roles.
  • Set primarily in Okayama Prefecture, utilizing authentic local locations.
  • Expected to blend psychological horror with traditional ghost story elements.

Where to Watch

As the film has not yet been released, streaming availability is currently unavailable. Tickets will likely be available through major theater chains upon premiere.

  • Netflix – Subscription (Future Release)
  • Amazon Prime Video – Rental/Purchase (Future Release)
  • Apple TV+ – Subscription (Future Release)
  • Hulu – Subscription (Future Release)
  • IMDb – Theatrical Tickets (Pre-sale)