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Max Minghella is in talks to join DC’s Clayface as a Gotham detective. The horror thriller, directed by James Watkins, starts filming this fall. The plot revolves around a disfigured actor seeking experimental help. Minghella’s role ties into Naomi Ackie’s scientist character.

Key Points: Max Minghella Joins DC's Clayface as Gotham Detective

  • Max Minghella in final talks for DC’s Clayface horror film
  • Film directed by James Watkins with a $40M budget
  • Story follows disfigured actor seeking scientist’s help
  • Minghella plays detective linked to Naomi Ackie’s character
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'The Handmaid's Tale' star Max Minghella in talks to join DC's 'Clayface'

The Handmaid’s Tale star Max Minghella in talks for DC’s Clayface horror thriller alongside Naomi Ackie and Tom Rhys Harries.

"Minghella will play a Gotham City police detective who is in a relationship with the scientist. – The Hollywood Reporter"

Washington DC, August 12

The Handmaid's Tale star Max Minghella is in final talks to join the cast of Clayface, the next DC Studios movie, reported The Hollywood Reporter.

Minghella will star alongside Tom Rhys Harries and Naomi Ackie in the horror film, which will be directed by Speak No Evil filmmaker James Watkins. The movie will begin filming this fall in the UK.

According to the publication, Clayface is based on a Batman villain who can change his appearance. The film, written by Mike Flanagan, is described as a body-horror thriller with similarities to the 1986 movie The Fly.

The story follows an up-and-coming actor (Harries) whose face is badly disfigured by a gangster. In desperation, he turns to a scientist (Ackie) for help. Minghella will play a Gotham City police detective who is in a relationship with the scientist.

As per The Hollywood Reporter, the film is expected to have a budget of around $40 million and is set to release on September 11, 2026.

Minghella is best known for playing Nick Blaine in The Handmaid's Tale, a role that earned him an Emmy nomination. He recently finished filming the fourth season of HBO's Industry and also appeared in the psychological thriller Shell, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

- ANI

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Priya S
$40 million budget seems low for a DC movie no? After Joker's success, they should invest more in these dark character studies. Still excited though! 😊
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Aman W
Body horror + Batman villain sounds like a fresh combo. But hope they don't make it too scary - Indian audiences prefer some masala with their superhero films!
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Sarah B
As an expat in Mumbai, I find it fascinating how DC is exploring darker themes. Hope they release this with proper Hindi dub for wider reach in India!
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Nikhil C
Not sure about this direction for Clayface. The character deserves a proper superhero showdown, not just a horror film. DC should learn from how Indian cinema balances genres better.
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Kavya N
Excited for Naomi Ackie's role! After seeing her in Star Wars, I'm sure she'll bring depth to the scientist character. More strong female leads please! 💪
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David E
Filming in UK means likely no India shoots? Missed opportunity to showcase our locations like The Dark Knight Rises did. Indian film industry could teach Hollywood about production value!

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