40 Acres
40 Acres: On a farm in the middle of nowhere, the Freemans are surviving—even thriving—after a slew of plagues and wars have left society in ruins, provided they can fend off the occasional raiding party. After teaching their kids to fight (and, yes, murder), former soldier Hailey (Danielle Deadwyler) and her companion Galen (Michael Greyeyes) left the collapse with their kids. However, Emanuel (Kataem O’Connor), Hailey’s oldest child, is now a young man, and his craving for human interaction could endanger the entire family when he encounters a young woman (Milcania Diaz-Rojas) in the forest outside the fence.
Michael Greyeyes, Danielle Deadwyler, R.T. Thorne, Kataem O’Connor, and Milcania Diaz-Rojas.
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40 Acres
40 Acres is an intense post‑apocalyptic thriller directed by R.T. Thorne that premiered at TIFF in September 2024 and is now set for a limited theatrical release on July 2, 2025.
Starring Danielle Deadwyler as Hailey Freeman, a former soldier turned vigilant matriarch, the film explores her family’s battle to defend their homestead against cannibalistic raiders in a desolate future.
Deadwyler reportedly performed many of her own combat scenes, drawing on real military training to bring authenticity to the role.
Early critical reception is strong, with Rotten Tomatoes showing a 96% Tomatometer and reviewers praising the film’s emotional intensity and unique perspective amid a crowded genre.
If you’re searching for where to watch the 40 Acres movie, check select theaters starting July 2, and follow streaming platforms for eventual digital availability.
