"Cinderella Body Horror 'Ugly Stepsister' Streams Now"

Reimagining classic Disney tales as horror films continues to gain popularity. While most adaptations rely on shock value and childhood nostalgia, The Ugly Stepsister stands apart with its thought-provoking reinterpretation of the source material. This Norwegian body horror film draws from Cinderella's darker roots – a natural evolution compared to recent adaptations like Winnie the Pooh.

The film doesn't shy away from visceral horror, evidenced by Variety's report of an audience member vomiting during its Sundance premiere. With a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, IGN critic Katie Rife warns: "Viewers absolutely need an iron stomach... The Ugly Stepsister pushes 'beauty through suffering' to brutal, visually disturbing limits."

For those curious to test their endurance, The Ugly Stepsister is now available for home viewing.

Where to Stream The Ugly Stepsister Online

The Ugly Stepsister

Available on Shudder | Also on Prime Video

Horror enthusiasts can stream The Ugly Stepsister on Shudder ($7.50/month with 7-day trial) or through AMC+. For non-subscribers, digital rentals/purchases are available via Prime Video and other platforms.

The film transitioned to streaming less than a month after its U.S. theatrical release, following its January 2025 Sundance debut and earlier Norwegian premiere. This represents an impressive theatrical run for an independent horror production.

The Story Behind The Ugly Stepsister

Inspired by the original Brothers Grimm version (Den stygge stesøsteren), the film portrays graphic historical cosmetic procedures that blur horror with commentary on beauty standards – drawing parallels to The Substance (2024). Here's the official premise:

Meet The Ugly Stepsister's Cast

Director Emilie Blichfeldt's debut feature stars:

as Elvira

as Agnes

as Stepmother Rebekka

as Alma

as Prince Julian

as Isak

as Otto

as The Feinschmecker

as The Omnivorous

as Cook

as Madame Vanja

as Dr. Esthétique

as Frederik von Bluckfish

as Sophie von Kronenberg