a horror film born

from cosplay culture

The Story

Cosplay/er follows four groups of passionate Florida cosplayers on a road trip to St. Pete Comic Con, each car buzzing with anticipation for the weekend’s contests, panels, pageantry, and community. But beneath the excitement, something violent is unfolding around them during one of their favorite convention weekends of the year. Learn more.

The Film

Cosplay/er blends thriller-style slasher horror and dark wit against the backdrop of cosplay culture and fan conventions. Beneath the costumes, performances, and pageantry lies a suspense-driven story about identity, fandom, transformation, and fear. The film features a cast of unforgettable, crush-worthy characters whose stories unfold as the mystery deepens. Learn more about the characters.

Get Involved

Cosplay/er is a community-driven film project with opportunities for fans, cosplayers, creators, and industry professionals to become part of the experience. Whether you’re interested in casting calls, acting auditions, cosplayer extras, film crew, or volunteering,  there are many ways to participate.

Community Participation

Cosplay/er is designed to be a community-driven experience, giving fans and creators opportunities to help shape the film, promotions, and the growing world surrounding the project.

Signature Models

Cosplay/er Signature Models, like those with the throat slit featured on this website, recreate and showcase promotional looks inspired by the film’s horror aesthetic. Get a Signature Model Kit and become a Cosplay/er Signature Model! Post your work on Instagram and tag us so we can share. Learn how to a Signature Model.

the screams

The Screams invites fans to record screams for use in promotional content surrounding the film. Recording booths for The Screams will be at Sunshine City Scare 2026 and Holiday St. Pete 2026. Learn more and reserve your scream recording spot!

Merch

Fans can also support the project and promote the film through official Cosplay/er merch like tees, hoodies, pins, stickers, and more. Learn more & order merch.

support

There are several ways to help support Cosplay/er and become part of this community-driven horror film project, from crowdfunding and sponsorships to larger investment opportunities.

kickstarter

Help bring Cosplay/er to life through our upcoming Kickstarter campaign. Supporters will gain access to exclusive rewards, behind-the-scenes content, and community-driven experiences connected to the film. The Kickstarter campaign begins January 3, 2027. Learn more.

Sponsorships

Cosplay/er offers various sponsorship opportunities that include promotional visibility, event activations, branded collaborations, and even minor background appearances within the film as appropriate. Learn more.

Investors

Cosplay/er is seeking select investors interested in supporting a community-driven indie horror project with expansion potential, possible profit participation, and producer-level recognition opportunities. Learn more.