Toronto, Canada – March 16, 2025 – Production has officially wrapped on the highly anticipated horror-thriller This Is Not a Test, bringing to life a chilling adaptation of New York Times bestselling author Courtney Summers’ YA novel. Directed by Adam MacDonald, known for Pyewacket and Out Come the Wolves, the film promises an intense apocalyptic journey set against the backdrop of a zombie-infested world.
Production has wrapped on horror-thriller ‘THIS IS NOT A TEST’ starring Olivia Holt, Froy Gutierrez, Corteon Moore, Luke MacFarlane, Carson McCormack and Chloe Avakian.
It follows four students who take cover in Cortege High to escape a world plagued by the infected. pic.twitter.com/et4PNbZZbw
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The film follows four students—played by Olivia Holt, Froy Gutierrez, Corteon Moore, and Chloe Avakian—who seek refuge in Cortege High to escape a society overrun by the infected. As danger looms outside, the characters’ survival instincts and personal dynamics are pushed to the brink, offering a gripping narrative of fear, resilience, and human connection. Luke MacFarlane and Carson McCormack round out the ensemble cast, adding depth to this suspenseful tale.
Filming took place in Canada, with the production team leveraging the country’s diverse landscapes to create a haunting, immersive atmosphere. Anova Pictures spearheaded the project, with Blue Fox launching it at the European Film Market (EFM) earlier this year. MacDonald’s vision, combined with the novel’s established fanbase, has generated significant buzz in the horror community.
“This film is a passion project for us,” said a spokesperson for Anova Pictures. “With a stellar cast and Adam’s proven expertise in horror, This Is Not a Test is poised to resonate with both YA audiences and genre enthusiasts.”
While a release date has yet to be announced, fans are eagerly awaiting news of when they can experience this terrifying yet compelling story. The film’s premise taps into familiar horror tropes—isolated survivors facing unimaginable threats—while exploring deeper themes of survival, morality, and youth, as highlighted by film scholars who note the recurring use of academic settings in the genre.
Stay tuned for further updates on This Is Not a Test, which is expected to make a significant impact on the horror-thriller landscape in 2025.
