Netflix 'Hypnotic': 5 things to know about mind-bending psychological thriller

Kate Siegel, known for her roles in horror movies, plays the lead in the much-awaited Netflix movie
Kate Siegel as Jenn in 'Hypnotic' (Netflix)
Kate Siegel as Jenn in 'Hypnotic' (Netflix)

When you are your worst enemy, what do you do? Netflix's upcoming psychological thriller, 'Hypnotic' attempts to answer that question with Kate Siegel in the lead role. Known for her roles in 'The Haunting of Bly Manor' and 'The Haunting of Hill House,' the actress, pretty much a known name in the horror genre stars as Jenn in the Richard D'Ovidio written movie along with Matt Angel and Suzanne Coote, who also directs.

'Hypnotic' adds the roster of Netflix's mind-bending thrillers in 'You', 'Intrusion' and 'Behind her Eyes' to name a few. And ahead of the film's release, here are five things to know:

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When will 'Hypnotic' release?

'Hypnotic' releases October 27, 2021, on Netflix.

Who's starring in 'Hypnotic'?

The movie stars a string of known names. Kate Siegel stars as Jenn with Jason O'Mara ('The Man in the High Castle') as Dr. Meade. Dule Hill ('Suits' and 'Ballera'), Darien Martin ('Love Hard'), and Lucie Guest ('Love on Harbor Island') also star. 

Kate Siegel (Getty Images)

What is the movie about?

'Hypnotic' sees Jenn (Siegel), an unemployed woman suffering from general anxiety. Following her friend's advice, she visits a therapist named Dr. Meade (Jason O'Mara), who specializes in hypnotherapy. After a few visits that attempt to "unlock" her mind, she begins experiencing disturbing and deadly visions that make her think she's losing control of her sanity.

The official synopsis reads: "Feeling stuck both personally and professionally, Jenn (Kate Siegel), a young woman reeling from a series of traumatic events, enlists a renowned hypnotherapist, Dr. Meade (Jason O'Mara), to help on her road to recovery. After a handful of intense sessions, terrifying events, and mysterious blackouts, Jenn soon finds herself caught in a dangerous mind game. With the help of Detective Wade Rollins (Dulé Hill), Jen looks to put the pieces together before it's too late and there are deadly consequences."

Director/Writers

The Netflix thriller is written by Richard D’Ovidio, with Michael J. Luisi coming as producer. Directors Suzanne Coote and Matt Angel serve as directors. Per Collider, they said the movie comprises a lot of psychological elements. "Our goal with a film like this is for the audience to have fun," they said. "Hypnotic is nonstop. There are a lot of great psychological elements and big twists and turns. We love films like this, and at the end of the day, we hope the audience walks away having enjoyed the ride."

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