Tim Curry’s new horror movie, titledStream, marks his big screen return after 14 years. The English actor rose to relevancy with his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 filmThe Rocky Horror Picture Show,reprising a role he originated in the musical stage production.Curry has appeared in many moviesover the years, the last of which wasBurke & Harein 2010, before suffering a major stroke in 2012 and being confined to a wheelchair, and has since shifted mostly to voice acting.
Now, 14 years after his last feature film role, the seasoned actor is returning to the big screen. PerVariety,Curry is set to make a comeback portraying a character in the upcoming horror movieStream, which releases in select theaters on August 21. In a statement,Streamdirector Michael Leavy said having the icon in his film was a dream come true, and a new poster was shared celebrating Curry’s return to the big screen inStream. Check them out below:
This has been a really hard secret to keep and contain our excitement, especially for this long. We are so happy and thrilled to bring Tim back to the movies and back to the big screen! His charm always radiates and shines through everything he does and we are so honored to have him a part of Stream! He is someone I have idolized personally growing up and it is one of the major highlights of my life getting to work with him, especially on a project that means so much to me. We can’t wait for fans to sit back and enjoy our movie in theaters and hopefully with a huge crowd having a blast together! This is the way horror films are meant to be seen and enjoyed. Stream is here to entertain!
What Tim Curry Has Done Since Rocky Horror Picture Show
& What To Expect From His Role In Stream
For many,Curry will always be celebrated for his portrayal ofDr. Frank-N-Furter inThe Rocky Horror Picture Show, a role that cemented his status as a cult icon with his blend of flamboyance, charisma, and magnetic presence. Over the years, Curry has returned toThe Rocky Horror Picture Showmultiple times, even after suffering a stroke. In 2020, he reprised his iconic role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a live table reading and played The Criminologist in the 2016 television film remake on Fox.
AfterThe Rocky Horror Picture Showin 1975,Curry began to appear in many movies, includingAnnie,Legend,Clue,Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,The Three Musketeers,Muppet Treasure Island,Scary Movie 2, and more. The 2010 comedyBurke & Harewas his last feature film role before suffering a major stroke in 2012. After that, he shifted mostly to voice acting, including an Emmy-wining role inPeter Pan & the Pirates,Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and more.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
Dr. Frank-N-Furter
Stream, Curry’s first feature film role in 14 years, follows a family who goes for a weekend getaway at a remote hotel and are targeted by four killers.It’s unclear what role Curry will be playing in the horror film, though Leavy’s statement suggests it was an honor working with him, and that the actor’s charisma will be on full display on the big screen. Having Curry inStreammeans a lot to Leavy, and likely audiences as well.
Tim Curry’s Most Iconic Roles Are In Horror
His Pennywise Remains Iconic
Tim Curry’s talents as an actor have extended to many different types of roles, such as musicals and family-friendly movies. However, there is no denying thatthe most memorable and beloved parts of his storied career have come from the horror genre. Of course, this begins with his breakout role inThe Rocky Horror Picture,which has become an icon of the genre, yet also serves to highlight Curry’s musical and comedic skills.
Curry also had a way of standing out even under some heavy prosthetics, creating some other famous horror characters even when he was unrecognizable. Though a fantasy movie more than a horror movie, Curry is terrifying and unforgettable as the villainous demon Darkness inLegend. While the movie comes from director Ridley Scott and served as an early starring role for Tom Cruise, Curry is easily the best part of the movie.
However, when it comes to terrifying young audiences,Curry truly cemented himself in the nightmares of kids and on the list of horror icons as the demon close to Pennywisein the 1990 TV miniseries adaptation ofStephen King’s It.While Bill Skarsgård made the role his own in the remake, many still regard Curry’s take on Pennywise as the definitive one, mixing a playful menace with the true danger of the character. WhileStreamis unlikely to have as big of an impact as those roles, Curry’s already proven himself a legend of the horror genre.
Stream
Cast
When Roy Keenan takes his family to a remote hotel to reconnect, their peaceful weekend quickly turns into a nightmare. Four sadistic killers, each with their own twisted game, trap them inside, forcing Roy to fight for their survival. The film blends intense horror with psychological tension, pushing the boundaries of fear and family loyalty.
