The first photos have been released from the new Sam Raimi-directed survival-themed black comedy/thriller “Send Help”.
Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien star as Linda Liddle and Bradley Preston, two
co-workers on a consulting firm’s strategy and planning team.
She is capable, hardworking, and overlooked; he’s a credit-taking glory hound and her over-demanding boss. Both detest each other, but soon find themselves the sole survivors of a plane crash while on a business trip.
Stranded on a deserted island, they have to work together to survive, which means overcoming past grievances. With tensions rising, things descend into a battle of wills and wits – who will survive? Speaking with EW, Raimi says of the appeal of the project:
“What I really love about this story is that it’s an underdog tale at its core. Not only is it about survival on a deserted island, but it’s also a story of female empowerment and transformation. Watching a once-powerful boss find himself dependent on someone he underestimated is satisfying. Our story is universal! We need to encourage our society to treat people with respect and kindness, regardless of status. It’s especially rewarding to see our heroine, Linda, come into her own in such an unexpected environment.”
Damian Shannon and Mark Swift (2009’s “Friday the 13th”) penned the film while Raimi and Zainab Azizi produce. “Send Help” opens in cinemas on January 30th 2026.
