by HOLD THE FORT Pits an HOA Against a Hellmouth, Available in Your Home June 23rd
William Bagley’s Horror Comedy Hold the Fort Finds New Neighbors Up Against the Gates of Hell – Starring Chris Mayers, Haley Leary, and Julian Smith – Streaming on Digital HD June 23
Sunrise Films has announced the official North American release of William Bagley’s horror comedy Hold the Fort. Following a global festival run, Hold the Fort debuts on digital platforms June 23. The film made its world premiere at the 2025 Fantasia Film Festival, where it delighted audiences with spurting, splashing gore and a nonstop parade of practically created creatures and zombies. The film went on to screen at FrightFest London, Sitges, Beyond Fest, Toronto After Dark, and more. The cast is led by Ozark’s Chris Mayers, Haley Leary and social media comedian Julian Smith.
Hold the Fort is currently sitting at 100% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes. The Blogging Banshee raved that “Hold the Fort has everything horror fans could want – laughs, gore, and a monstrous HOA party”, and Nightmare on Film Street called the debut feature, “a 70-minute parade of head explosions, monster mayhem, and laugh-out-loud gags”.
Beginning June 23, audiences across North America will be able to rent or own Hold the Fort on Digital HD, including Apple TV, Prime Video, and Fandango at Home.
Ahead of the release, Bagley said, “My goal with this film was to make a hilarious fast-paced thrill ride while also telling a great story with heart. Hopefully, through all the blood, laughs, fights, and gags, you leave the film feeling inspired to tackle whatever life throws at you.”
Hold the Fort Synopsis
Lucas and Jenny think their life is finally coming together when the couple become homeowners. Little do they know that their new house comes with a big catch. Lucas and Jenny soon find themselves in a fight for their lives when they become trapped in a battle between their Homeowners Association and an onslaught of monsters from hell. The horror-comedy takes the timely concern of home-ownership and wraps this up in an entertaining action-packed thrill ride.
