App the Horror movie poster

App the Horror

February 18, 2026 1h 28m

Released in February 2026. App the Horror is a horror/thriller film. directed by Hyung Seul-woo. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Kim Young-jae, Kim Ju-a, and Yang Jo-a

Synopsis

When the app is launched, a ghost appears. Developed by four young adults, the app becomes the centerpiece of a livestream where they venture into a supposedly haunted mountain to prove its authenticity—only to meet a grim fate. This chilling event kicks off Unlock, a horror anthology composed of seven short episodes. The series begins with App the horror, followed by The Night Bus, which unfolds on a long-distance bus; Ominous House, which features a ghost-conjuring ritual; The Collector, about the brutal fate of a man who watches an illegal video; Snuff Film, revolving around a vengeful director whose footage was censored; Sweat Home, where a woman's return to her family turns into a nightmare; Haunt, featuring a man paralyzed from head to toe who begins to see ghosts; and Dawn Call, about a group tasked with cleaning up a murder scene in the dead of night.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 18, 2026 Coming soon
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
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Language Korean Original language
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Country South Korea Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KO

Production Companies

  • Heartpeople

Frequently Asked Questions

What is App the Horror about?

When the app is launched, a ghost appears. Developed by four young adults, the app becomes the centerpiece of a livestream where they venture into a supposedly haunted mountain to prove its authent...

Who directed App the Horror?

App the Horror was directed by Hyung Seul-woo.

How long is App the Horror?

App the Horror has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was App the Horror released?

App the Horror was released on February 18, 2026 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in App the Horror?

The main cast of App the Horror includes Kim Young-jae, Kim Ju-a, Yang Jo-a, Kim Hee-jung, Park Seo-ji.