“Death of a Unicorn” is a 2025 American comedy-horror film directed by Alex Scharfman. The story follows Elliot Kintner (Paul Rudd) and his teenage daughter Ridley (Jenna Ortega), who accidentally hit and kill a unicorn while en route to a weekend retreat hosted by Elliot’s employer, billionaire pharmaceutical CEO Odell Leopold (Richard E. Grant). Upon discovering the unicorn’s corpse possesses miraculous healing properties, Odell seeks to exploit it for profit. However, the situation escalates when the unicorn’s vengeful parents arrive, leading to chaos and bloodshed among the retreat’s attendees. The film serves as a satirical critique of corporate greed and the pharmaceutical industry, blending elements of horror and dark comedy. While some reviews praise its creative premise and performances, particularly noting Jenna Ortega’s portrayal of Ridley, others criticize its execution, citing issues with character development and CGI quality.
