So, last week – after a multi-year delay – we reported that NEW MUTANTS showed up randomly and out-of-the-blue on Amazon as a digital pre-order with no release date… and then was immediately taken down. So, what gives?
Well, according to The Hollywood Reporter, it seems that the studio is still looking to release the horror superhero film about "five young mutants, just discovering their abilities while held in a secret facility against their will, fight to escape their past sins and save themselves” in theaters. Here's what they had to say:
The PVOD preorder listing was apparently a mistake, with Amazon’s system automatically including it based on the film’s previous April release date pre-pandemic shutdown. Sources say the long-delayed X-Men film is still planned for a theatrical release.
Now, while it's cool we'll be able to see this thing on a big screen, that means yet more delays, and still no release date. Hopefully this all gets sorted out soon.
But what do you guys think? Excited for NEW MUTANTS? Either way, sound off below!