Taron Egerton Stars in 'Everybody Wants to F-- Me,' a Satirical Horror-Comedy Premiering at TIFF

Key points

• The film is the feature debut of Jonathan Schey, known for the BBC series 'Ladhood.'
• Taron Egerton plays Adam, a character who performs 'nice guy' behaviors to attract women but is secretly a predatory dater.
• The plot shifts from comedy to horror when Adam’s desirability becomes supernatural, causing women to aggressively pursue him.
• The film was produced by Studiocanal, Film4, LuckyChap, and Parkville Pictures.
• The premise originated from a stand-up comedy set where Schey’s dating profile was analyzed and mocked by a female comedian.

Background

This release follows Schey’s work on the BBC series 'Ladhood.' The film is part of a broader trend of 'social thrillers' and gender-based horror comedies, often compared to 'Obsession' and 'Promising Young Woman.' Our archive notes that earlier reviews characterized the film as a mixed bag, praising its charm but criticizing its lack of depth in social critique.

How outlets are covering it

Variety highlights the film’s satirical intent, noting Schey’s goal to mock 'performative nice guys' and the casting of Egerton to embody a 'nebby' yet charming character. The Guardian praises Egerton’s fearless performance and the film’s sharp teeth, though it criticizes the final act’s convenience and ending. IndieWire offers a more critical view, calling the film 'scattered' and arguing that it fails to deepen its social commentary, instead relying on cynicism and genre-hopping. The Film Stage agrees with the critique of the third act, stating the film 'climaxes too early' and suffers from a convoluted explanation for the horror elements, though it commends the strong opening satire and Egerton’s charisma. All outlets agree on the quality of Egerton’s performance and the film’s initial satirical bite, but disagree on its overall coherence and resolution.

Why it matters

The film offers a critical lens on modern dating dynamics and the concept of the 'nice guy,' using horror as a metaphor for the consequences of performative behavior. Its premiere at TIFF signals a continued interest in genre-blending social satires in the 2026 film landscape.

What to watch

The film is seeking U.S. distribution following its festival run. No specific release date has been announced, but it is expected to follow the typical post-festival release window.