Weapons Horror Epic Scores 100% on Rotten Tomatoes Ahead of August Release

The upcoming horror thriller Weapons, starring Julia Garner and Josh Brolin, has generated significant buzz ahead of its August 8, 2025 release, earning a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from early critics. Garner plays Justine Gandy, a teacher caught in a mysterious case where all but one child from her class vanish simultaneously, while Brolin portrays the concerned father of one of the missing children. The film, written and directed by Zach Cregger—known for his 2022 horror hit Barbarian—draws inspiration from Paul Thomas Anderson’s Magnolia and explores themes of grief and mystery. Critics have praised Garner’s performance as powerful and nuanced, highlighting her portrayal of a character who evolves from guilt to determination. The Weapons premiere in Los Angeles attracted notable cast members and showcased Garner in a Gucci dress, though some critiques noted a tailoring issue with her outfit. Both actors are continuing their busy careers, with Garner slated to star as Madonna in an upcoming biopic and Brolin appearing in several forthcoming films.