The Third Parent Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Sep. 15, 2025

The Third Parent

Coming Out: Friday, February 6, 2026 Limited

Director: David Michaels

Starring: Rob Lowe • Crispin Glover • Roselyn Sanchez

N/A Horror N/A

96% WILL SEE 4% WON'T SEE

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Production Status

Current stage in the film’s journey

Post-Production

Concept

Announced

Development

Pre

Filming

Post

Completed

Filming completed; editing of shot film; music composition and recordings, as well as sound and visual effects being added.

March 8, 2025

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: The Third Parent takes place on the Fourth of July. A suspicious character named Tommy Taffy appears, disguising himself as a human to infiltrate a suburban neighborhood and take control of a family.

Horror Suspense

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Will you see The Third Parent?

96% of people who rated this movie are planning to watch it.

4% of people have indicated they do not plan to see this movie.

Who stars in The Third Parent – Cast List

Rob Lowe
St. Elmo’s Fire, In A Holidaze
C
Crispin Glover
Mr. K, 9
R
Roselyn Sanchez
Undercard, State Property II

Who is making The Third Parent – Crew List

A look at The Third Parent behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director David Michaels last helmed The Other Side. The film's writer David Michaels last penned The Other Side and The Other Side.

Director: David Michaels
Screenwriter: David Michaels

Studios: Bleecker Street
Production Company: Walters Media Group

Production – What we know about the The Third Parent

Key Facts

Based on the viral “creepypasta” series from writer Elias Witherow. 2025-03-08

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Mar 2025

Post-Production

Changed The Third Parent movie production status. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: N/A Not available
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Tommy Taffy
Language: English

The Third Parent Trailers and Clips

No trailers are currently available.

The Third Parent Release Date: When is the film coming out?

The Third Parent is scheduled for release in limited movie theaters on Friday, February 6 , 2026. There are 13 13 other movies scheduled for release on the same date, including Solo Mio, The Strangers – Chapter 3 and Dracula . As a limited release, The Third Parent will be shown in select movie theaters in major markets. Check local listings to see if the film is playing in your area.