'Went Up the Hill' Movie: Release Timeline, Story, and Where to Stream
A chilling thriller from New Zealand with a deadly twist.
When Went Up the Hill hit the 2024 festival circuit, its eerie premise and New Zealand setting instantly caught my eye. A gothic thriller about grief and possession sounded too intriguing to ignore.
What’s It About?
Jack (Dacre Montgomery) travels to his late mother’s funeral, meeting her widow, Jill (Vicky Krieps). Soon, his mother’s spirit returns, possessing them both and pushing them toward madness. A ghost story, but also a tense psychological drama about identity and letting go.
Release Date
After its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2024, Went Up the Hill is set for a limited U.S. theatrical release on August 15, 2025. It’s one of those indie genre films that tends to find its audience both in theaters and later through word-of-mouth once it hits home platforms.
Where to Watch
Right now, the film is only confirmed for select U.S. theaters starting mid-August. There’s no official word yet on Netflix, Prime, or other streaming platforms, though a digital release will likely follow after the theatrical run — standard for most indie festival titles.
