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‘Onslaught’ Review: Adam Wingard’s Gory Action Throwback Peaks Too Soon

Critics are weighing in on the latest slasher film from director Adam Wingard, ‘Onslaught’

By · Published September 3, 2026 at 00:51 UTC · Updated September 3, 2026 at 01:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: KXAN Austin · GeekTyrant · IMDb · Eden Prairie Local News · MovieWeb · Dark Horizons · Malay Mail · WV News.

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The first reviews of Adam Wingard’s slasher film ‘Onslaught’ have been published. Eden Prairie Local News and MovieWeb both criticized the film’s lack of substance. Eden Prairie Local News described it as “all blood and bullets, without much thought”. MovieWeb echoed this sentiment, stating that “style can't make up for no substance”.

Dark Horizons, Malay Mail, WV News, IGN and Bloody Disgusting also published reviews. Bloody Disgusting noted that the film “peaks too soon”. Malay Mail reported that the film has received early praise with a fresh Rotten Tomatoes rating ahead of its Malaysian and US releases. While some outlets praised the film’s style and gore, others criticized its lack of substance and plot.

Eden Prairie Local News and MovieWeb were particularly critical, while Bloody Disgusting noted that the film’s pacing was an issue. Malay Mail provided a more positive outlook, highlighting the film’s early praise and Rotten Tomatoes rating. The film is set to release in Malaysia and the US soon. However, the mixed reviews suggest that the film may not be universally acclaimed.

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Who directed ‘Onslaught’?

Adam Wingard directed ‘Onslaught’.

What are the critics saying about ‘Onslaught’?

Critics have mixed reviews about ‘Onslaught’. Some praise its style and gore, while others criticize its lack of substance and plot. Eden Prairie Local News and MovieWeb were particularly critical, while Bloody Disgusting noted that the film’s pacing was an issue.

When is ‘Onslaught’ set to release in Malaysia and the US?

‘Onslaught’ is set to release in Malaysia and the US soon.

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