The wait for Indian audiences eager to experience “Weapons” has finally concluded with the film’s arrival on JioHotstar. Directed by Zach Cregger and featuring compelling performances from Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, this horror thriller captivated global audiences during its theatrical release, accumulating over $269 million in worldwide revenue while earning praise from critics for its atmospheric storytelling and psychological depth.
The streaming platform made the announcement through their official Instagram account, sharing footage that showcases the film’s haunting visual style and tense narrative. JioHotstar’s caption—”Everyone’s looking for answers while evil lurks in the town of Maybrook”—effectively captures the paranoid atmosphere that defines the film. This digital release ensures that the movie’s reach extends beyond theatrical audiences to include the millions of streaming subscribers across India.
At the center of “Weapons” is a horrifying event that defies explanation: seventeen children simultaneously disappearing from the town of Maybrook in the middle of the night. These young people leave their beds and run into the darkness, never to return. This mass vanishing occurs on what should have been an ordinary Wednesday, transforming the quiet community into a place of grief, fear, and desperate searches for answers that may not exist.
Julia Garner’s portrayal of the school teacher who becomes the focus of blame and investigation anchors the film emotionally. Her character must navigate a community transformed by tragedy into a hostile environment where suspicion replaces trust and paranoia trumps reason. The ensemble cast, featuring Josh Brolin along with Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan, creates a believable small-town community facing its darkest moment, with each actor bringing nuance and authenticity to their roles.
The business narrative surrounding “Weapons” adds context to its creative success. In January 2023, the project became the subject of intense studio interest, with New Line Cinema and Universal engaged in a bidding war that eventually saw Jordan Peele attempting to secure the film for the latter. New Line’s winning bid of $38 million—$7 million higher than their competitor—represented a major investment in Cregger’s vision. That gamble proved successful when “Weapons” grossed $269 million globally, making it 2025’s second-highest-earning horror film after Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners,” which brought in $366.7 million. The film’s commercial and critical performance has cemented Cregger’s reputation as a filmmaker capable of delivering both artistic and commercial success.