The Cryptid
Hillbilly Horror with Heart
Thriller  ·  Horror  ·  Sci-Fi  ·  Comedy  /  93 Min
The Cryptid poster

A modern day Frankenstein, THE CRYPTID combines old-school monster movie thrills with Southern grit, twisted humor, and a surprisingly human story.

Director
Shawn Driscoll
Rights
All rights available
Status
Color – Sound Mix
Expected Delivery
December 2026
Production Company
GKg Productions · GKgProd@gmail.com

Trailer

Principal Cast

Charlie AdlerCharlie AdlerEmmy Award Winner · Transformers
Kym JacksonKym JacksonWe Bury The Dead
Andrew SteelAndrew SteelWish Man
Chapel OaksChapel OaksWill Trent
Kevin SizemoreKevin SizemoreFear the Walking Dead
Larkin CampbellLarkin CampbellThe Office

Stills

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Director Statement

Shawn Driscoll

Shawn Driscoll is a director, producer, and filmmaker whose career spans commercial production, branded content, television marketing, and independent film. Over the course of his career, he has directed and produced work for major national brands while developing his distinctive approach to visual storytelling.

Driscoll is the director and producer of the independent horror feature The Cryptid, a project he developed with writer and creative partner Larkin Campbell and produced on a micro-budget that was filmed in Princeton, West Virginia. The Cryptid represents Driscoll’s commitment to practical filmmaking, character-driven storytelling, and the enduring spirit of truly independent cinema.

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