Sci-fi thriller Companion will officially release on digital platforms this Friday, February 18.

The announcement comes after a shockingly short theatrical window for the film, which just premiered on January 31. At one time this might have been an indicator that the movie was a dud. But Companion has performed moderately well at the box office, and holds strong scores from audiences and critics alike on Rotten Tomatoes. (For the record, we loved the movie.) So, this move is more indicative of an unfortunate trend in the entertainment industry at the moment than an indictment of Companion itself.

Companion blends dark comedy and thrills with a touch of sci-fi. The story follows a group of friends vacationing at a remote cabin. But their getaway descends into chaos when it’s revealed one of the guests is not what they seem.

The feature comes from writer/director Drew Hancock and the producers of Barbarian. The film stars Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage, Megan Suri, Harvey Guillén, and Rupert Friend.

In addition to Companion’s digital release in February, the film will arrive on DVD and Blu-ray on April 1. See special features related to the physical media release below.

Companion Special Features

  • I Feel, Therefore I Am: Could a robot have more humanity than a human? Delve into the complex relationships at the heart of “Companion” with Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher.
  • Love, Eli: Harvey Guillén and Lukas Gage explore the fun, lighthearted relationship of Patrick and Eli. Explore their supposed first encounter at a costume party and how that develops into a unique love.
  • AI Horror: Director Drew Hancock breaks down the fusion of slasher and sci-fi elements in Companion and how this is the perfect recipe for the wild and unexpected horrors humans can inflict upon AI.

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Companion is Fantastic! Go see it. [REVIEW]