Melissa Barrera Unleashes Her Inner Rage in the Must-See Horror Comedy Your Monster Streaming This Week!

The critically acclaimed horror romantic comedy “Your Monster” is set to make its global streaming debut on Max this Friday, January 24, 2025. Following its streaming release, the film will air on HBO’s linear channel on Saturday, January 25, at 8:00 p.m. ET.

“Your Monster” tells the story of Laura Franco, a soft-spoken actor portrayed by Melissa Barrera, who retreats to her childhood home after being dumped by her longtime boyfriend, Jacob Sullivan (Edmund Donovan), while recovering from surgery. As Laura grapples with her bleak future, she discovers that Jacob is staging a musical they had developed together. Amidst these life changes, Laura encounters a friendly monster (Tommy Dewey) residing in her home. Their unique connection encourages Laura to pursue her dreams, embrace her emotions, and rediscover her passion for theater.

The film also features performances by Kayla Foster as Mazie and Meghann Fahy as Jackie Dennon. Written and directed by Caroline Lindy, “Your Monster” is based on her 2019 short film of the same name. The production was a collaborative effort, with Lindy and Kayla Foster producing alongside Shannon Reilly from Bombo Sports and Entertainment, and Kira Carstensen and Melanie Donkers for Mermade.

Filming took place over twenty days in Hoboken, New Jersey, capturing the essence of Laura’s journey in a setting that mirrors her personal and professional struggles.

“Your Monster” premiered in the Midnight section at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival on January 18, 2024, where it garnered positive reviews for its unique blend of horror and romantic comedy elements. Following its festival success, Vertical acquired North American distribution rights, leading to its theatrical release on October 25, 2024.

Critics have praised the film for its engaging storyline and standout performances. The Nashville Film Festival highlighted Melissa Barrera’s portrayal of Laura Franco, stating, “There are very few people who can light up the screen the way that Melissa Barrera does. The multi-talented actress displays the perfect level of innocence, vulnerability, and eventually fierceness in her portrayal as Laura Franco.” Ben Kenigsberg of The New York Times commended the film’s “backstage intrigue, onstage songs by the Lazours, and the disarming lead performance of Barrera.”

“Your Monster” has also received accolades, including the Audience Favourite Award at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival: London and the Best Narrative Feature Film at the Sun Valley Film Festival.

Melissa Barrera, known for her roles in “In the Heights” and the “Scream” franchise, delivers a compelling performance as Laura Franco. Her portrayal has been instrumental in establishing her as a prominent figure in the horror genre.

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience “Your Monster” when it begins streaming exclusively on Max this Friday, January 24, 2025, followed by its HBO linear debut on Saturday, January 25, at 8:00 p.m. ET.