The Plastic Men

The Plastic Men is a drama and horror film about Jonathan Teller, a veteran of the Vietnam War. Struggling with paranoia and deep guilt, Teller decides to end his own life. As he attempts to reconcile his decision with his perception of reality, an unexpected encounter alters his path and forces him to face his internal and external demons.

The film was written and directed by Samuel Gonzalez Jr., following his work on Stiletto earlier in 2026. It is the fourth film he has directed, after Railway Spine, Night of the Missing, and Stiletto. The production was handled by Hearse Productions and produced by Matthew Hersh, Gigi Gustin, and Gregori J. Martin. The cast features James Preston in the lead role as Jonathan Teller, with Aaron Dalla Villa, Gigi Gustin, Eva Hamilton, and Meredith Thomas. William Fichtner provides the voice for the narrator.

Released in the United States on May 7, 2026, the movie has received a moderate reception from viewers. On TMDB, it holds a rating of 6.7/10 based on 36 votes.