"Ugly Stepsister: A Cinderella Horror Film Now Streaming" News - Latest Updates and Information

The trend of transforming beloved Disney stories into horror films has gained momentum, and The Ugly Stepsister stands out as a thought-provoking take on this concept. Rooted in the Brothers Grimm version of Cinderella, this Norwegian body horror film delves into themes of beauty and suffering, earning a remarkable 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics have noted its intense and graphic portrayal of cosmetic surgery, with IGN's Katie Rife describing it as a film that "takes the concept of suffering for beauty to graphic, nauseating extremes."

If you're curious about whether your stomach can handle such visceral content, The Ugly Stepsister is now available to watch at home.

How to Watch The Ugly Stepsister Online

The Ugly Stepsister

You can stream The Ugly Stepsister on Shudder, a horror-centric streaming platform that offers plans starting at $7.50 per month, including a 7-day free trial. Shudder's content is also accessible through an AMC+ subscription. For those not looking to commit to another service, the film is available to rent or purchase on platforms like Prime Video.

The film's transition to streaming services comes swiftly after its theatrical release in the U.S., yet nearly five months following its debut at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Additionally, it premiered in Norway a month before its North American release, indicating a successful run for an independent horror film.

What’s The Ugly Stepsister About?

The Ugly Stepsister (known as Den stygge stesøsteren in Norwegian) draws its inspiration directly from the Brothers Grimm's Cinderella tale. It offers a dark reinterpretation where Elvira, the titular character, undergoes extreme measures to outshine her beautiful stepsister and win the prince's affection. The film blends body horror with a critique of beauty standards, drawing parallels to last year's The Substance. According to IGN, the film showcases "crude and agonizing cosmetic-surgery procedures that – believe it or not – are not that far off from historical reality."