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‘Weapons' Star Amy Madigan Talks Aunt Gladys Origin Story, If She'll Return For Prequel: "You Guys Figure It Out"
SPOILERS: This post contains details about Weapons, now in theaters As her latest role has fans talking and a potential prequel brewing, Amy Madigan is keeping the secrets of Aunt Gladys under her wig for now.
“Weapons” Star Amy Madigan Calls Fan-Favorite Aunt Gladys Role 'Gratifying' After Decades in Hollywood
Amy Madigan has a surprise pivotal role in the horror film that also stars Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich and more
Aunt Gladys’ Origin in Weapons Explained by Director
Weapons director Zach Cregger recently explained the origin of Amy Madigan’s character, Aunt Gladys. Apart from Madigan, the movie features Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Benedict Wong, and Alden Ehrenreich.
Amy Madigan is bound to win something for playing Aunt Gladys in ‘Weapons’
The Oscars have historically marginalized genres like horror. But critics groups would be smart to champion Madigan's delightfully insane performance in 'Weapons.'
How Old Is Aunt Gladys in WEAPONS? The Witch Theory That Changes Everything
If you walked away from Weapons wondering what the deal was with creepy Aunt Gladys, you're not alone. Her eerie presence, strange behavior, and influence over everyone around her suggest there’s way more going on than just a creepy relative showing up after a long absence.
Will Amy Madigan return as Gladys in the Weapons prequel? Here’s what the actress said
Weapons was released by Warner Bros. Pictures on August 8, 2025, and met with positive reviews, holding a 94% Rotten Tomatoes rating. Zach Cregger has written and directed this film.
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Weapons Director Explains Aunt Gladys’ Origin in Horror Movie

Weapons director Zach Cregger recently explained the origin of Amy Madigan’s character, Aunt Gladys. Apart from Madigan, the ...

The Mystery Star of ‘Weapons’ Talks About Its Most Unforgettable Scene

We won’t spoil it here, but in her first interview about her role in the film, actress Amy Madigan talks about filming her ...

‘Weapons’ Prequel on the Table as Zach Cregger Mulls Future (Exclusive)

The horror hit has cemented Cregger as one of the most in-demand filmmakers in town, with his future options including a DC ...
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The Weapons director just explained the origins of Aunt Gladys the film never tells you

Director of Weapons Zack Cregger spoke to Vanity Fair and explained more about Gladys, where she came from and what she ...

The Twist Ending Of ‘Weapons,’ Explained

Aunt Gladys (Amy Madigan) is key to the big mystery and metaphor to ‘Weapons’—here’s the twists, turns and ending of the hit ...
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This dark theory makes Weapons ending even scarier

If you thought Weapons has a happy ending, think again: there’s something you’ve missed that could make it much worse.
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Aunt Gladys' Plan Revealed: The Shocking Truth Behind Her Magic in Weapons

The main villain of Weapons is one of the oddest parts of the film, and here is everything we know about the character and ...

Weapons viewers are pushing back against the villain, and a controversial horror trend

There's been some pushback on social media over Weapons, The Substance, X, and other recent horror movies that portray older ...