#FIRSTLOOK: GUY BASS’ “STITCH HEAD” ADAPTATION HITS THEATRES OCTOBER 31, 2025

CosmoGO, a bold new Canadian streaming platform for premium entertainment, announced today the Canadian theatrical release of the animated comedy adventure Stitch Head, arriving in theatres nationwide on October 31, 2025. Based on the beloved children’s book by award-winning author Guy Bass, Stitch Head brings a heartwarming twist to the Frankenstein legend, crafted for families to enjoy together just in time for Halloween. This film release is a first for the new CosmoGO service, with plans for more theatrical distribution in the future.

High above the little town of Grubbers Nubbin, the maddest of all Mad Professors is forever creating monstrous Creations, and forgetting all about them. Left behind is Stitch Head, the Professor’s very first experiment, who quietly keeps the castle in order and the monsters in check so the townsfolk below don’t storm the gates with pitchforks. When a failing freak show owner discovers Stitch Head, the humble little monster suddenly finds himself thrust into the spotlight as the star attraction, forcing him to confront what it really means to be seen, loved, and accepted.

A must-see for families, the film features a stellar voice cast led by Asa Butterfield (Sex Education) as Stitch Head, alongside Joel Fry (Cruella), Tia Bannon (Midnight Sky), Rob Brydon (The Amazing Maurice), Alison Steadman (Life Is Sweet), and comedians Fern Brady and Jamali Maddix. Based on Guy Bass’s book, Stitch Head is Directed and adapted by Steve Hudson.The score is composed by Nick Urata (Little Miss Sunshine, Paddington).

“Stich Head is is a funny, unexpected and heartwarming story that we cannot wait to share with Canadian audiences,” said Tanuka Roy, General Manager of CosmoBlue Media in Canada. “This feature release is more than a launch for CosmoGO, it also marks the company’s entrance into theatrical distribution, an area we intend to scale and grow.”

Steve Hudson says: “Guy Bass’ original book – featuring a castle full of monsters all terrified of the humans in the village below – is a wonderful comic inversion of the Frankenstein genre that’s been so much fun to bring to life – even now, it makes us laugh every time. At the same time, Guy’s characters are so emotional and engaging. As a monster, Stitch Head assumes he can never be loved – but in the end discovers that love is all around him. In a fearful world, I really hope that’s something that sticks with our audience long after they’ve seen the film.”

Canadian audiences will have the chance to experience Stitch Head in theatres first, with the film also set to stream at a later date on CosmoGO.

The film is repped worldwide by GFM Animation and produced by Sonja Ewers and Mark Mertens. Executive producers include Adam Nagle, Mark Rau, Collins, Tom Ortenberg, Ronnie Exley, Jeremy Ross, and Oli Strong. Briarcliff will release Stitch Head in association with Rabbits Black in the U.S. A strong lineup of co-production companies includes Marc Gabizon and Michael Luda with Fabrique d’Images, Traumhaus Studios, Senator Film, and Aniventure. CosmoGO acquired the Canadian distribution rights from GFM Animation.