Prepare for a chilling re-imagining of a beloved classic. Hewes Pictures presents I Heart Willie, a horror slasher film inspired by Steamboat Willie, hitting theaters across North America for a One Night Only® event on February 26, 2025.
This origin story, directed by Alejandro G. Alegre, offers a dark and twisted take on an iconic cartoon character interwoven with a horrifying love story.
I Heart Willie follows popular YouTubers Daniel and Nico, drawn to a haunted property by rumors of a malevolent presence. Legend tells of a boy born with deformities, resembling a human-mouse hybrid, the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Steamboat Willie. Abused and isolated, the boy, now known as Willie, crafts a gruesome bodysuit from the skins of those who trespass onto his land. As his legacy fades into folklore, a series of disappearances reignites interest in the legend. Daniel and Nico, seeking thrills, unknowingly enter a deadly game of survival.
Produced by Princeton Holt (2050) and David Vaughn (American Rust), the film is written by Vaughn, who also stars as Willie. The movie also features performances by Maya Luna, Micho Camacho, Sergio Rogalto, and Daniela Porras.
“We’re thrilled to bring ‘I HEART WILLIE’ to audiences everywhere,” says executive producer Princeton Holt. “This film was made with the fans in mind, and we can’t wait for it to be an unforgettable experience—packed with scares, thrills, and a great time for everyone. We are confident ‘I HEART WILLIE’ will become a cult classic, leaving fans talking long after the credits roll. By the way, speaking of end credits, don’t leave to early, or you might miss something.”
I Heart Willie premiered to a sold-out audience at the Morbido Film Fest in Mexico City, where it was filmed, prompting an encore screening due to overwhelming demand. The movie went on to win Best Actress, Best Actor, and Best Director at various film festivals. Don’t miss this unique and terrifying cinematic event.
Rubey Entertainment, LLC, will distribute the One Night Only® cinema event in the United States and Canada. Genre fans can get tickets and showtimes at https://iheartwillie.com for the one-night screening on February 26.
There are three ways to get a taste of the horrors to come: the trailer, the new audience reaction trailer, and watching the first four minutes of the movie. All three options are below.
