Bone Lake has debuted with one of the best Rotten Tomatoes scores of this year. Directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan (Spoonful of Sugar), with a script written by Joshua Friedlander, the new horror film follows a couple whose romantic retreat to the remote Bone Lake estate takes a dark turn when they must unexpectedly share the mansion with a mysterious yet alluring couple.

The cast includes Maddie Hasson (The Finder), Marco Pigossi (Tidelands, Invisible City), Alex Roe (The Fugitives, The Cut, Siren), Andra Nechita, Eliane Reis, and Clayton Spencer. Bone Lake premiered at the Fantastic Fest back in September 2024 and is set for a theatrical release on October 3, 2025.

Now, ahead of its theatrical release this Friday, Bone Lake has debuted with a 93% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie has 28 reviews at the time of writing, so its score could fluctuate as more are published. It doesn’t yet have an audience score, though it should start to take shape soon after it releases in theaters.

At 93%, Bone Lake has one of the best Rotten Tomatoes scores for a horror movie released in 2025, ranking behind Sinners (97%), The Ugly Stepsister (96%), Weapons (94%), and is currently tied with Companion (93%).

What Does Bone Lake’s Rotten Tomatoes Score Mean for the Movie?

Bone Lake‘s Rotten Tomatoes score means that its reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Many critics are calling it a pulpy erotic thriller with a stylish edge that successfully blends relationship drama, psychological tension, and bloody payoffs. Many are praising director Mercedes Bryce Morgan’s flair, noting how she elevates what could have been a trashy thriller into something sleek and entertaining.

Overall, the reviews highlight its mix of sex, gore, and humor – calling it a wickedly fun and confidently self-aware thriller. Still, the reviews aren’t unanimously positive. Some critics found it tamer than its premise suggested, with less eroticism and depth than expected.

A few complain about the film’s clunky writing, drawn-out explanations, and the horror elements feeling underwhelming. While many enjoyed its over-the-top finale and energy, detractors feel that the film leans too much on style over substance, resulting in some uneven thrills.

Our Perspective on Bone Lake’s Rotten Tomatoes Score

Though Bone Lake‘s Rotten Tomatoes score places it in the same company as 2025’s best horror movies like Sinners and Weapons, don’t expect it to reach those same heights. Bone Lake is very much a B-movie that leans into camp and pulp over prestige, so set your expectations accordingly.