Fame Turns Fatal in ‘Do Not Enter’

New titles are coming thick and fast this week and Lionsgate are releasing Do Not Enter, a horror thriller that taps into the growing fascination with urban exploration culture, placing a group of thrill-seekers inside a decaying hotel where the pursuit of online fame quickly spirals into something far more dangerous. Directed by Mark Klasfeld, the film is based on David Morrell’s novel Creepers and is set for release in the United States on 20 March 2026, with an international rollout expected to follow.

Running at 91 minutes and carrying an R rating for bloody violence and language, Do Not Enter centres on a collective of livestreamers known as the Creepers. The group specialises in infiltrating abandoned locations to capture footage for their growing audience, pushing boundaries in search of notoriety. Their latest destination is the Paragon Hotel in New Jersey, a derelict site with a reputation steeped in organised crime history, ghost stories and rumours of a hidden fortune.

What begins as a calculated stunt soon descends into chaos. As the group navigates the labyrinthine corridors of the hotel, they find themselves confronted not only by rival intruders but also by an increasingly hostile environment that appears to be alive with unseen threats. The premise blends contemporary influencer culture with classic haunted location tropes, positioning the film within a modern strand of horror that examines the risks of chasing visibility in a digital age.

Jake Manley leads the cast as Rick, joined by Adeline Rudolph in her feature debut as Diane, alongside Francesca Reale, Shane Paul McGhie and Kai Caster. Javier Botet, known for his work portraying physical creatures in genre cinema, takes on the role of a mysterious figure referred to as the Pale Creature. Supporting roles include Nicholas Hamilton, Brennan Keel Cook and Laurence O’Fuarain.

Klasfeld makes the transition from a prolific career in music videos and commercial work into feature filmmaking. His credits span collaborations with major recording artists and global brands, and Do Not Enter marks his move into long-form storytelling within the horror space. The screenplay comes from Stephen Susco, whose previous work includes The Grudge and Unfriended: Dark Web, alongside Spencer Mandel and Dikega Hadnot.

Filming took place in Bulgaria, doubling for the film’s New Jersey setting, with production backed by Suretone Pictures. The project was originally developed under the title Creepers before adopting its current name ahead of release.

Do Not Enter is releasing in select theatres from 20th March. Details on a wider release will follow.

Do Not Enter trailer