In a dramatic turn of events, rapper and entrepreneur 50 Cent has publicly threatened to halt the release of his upcoming horror film, Skillhouse, due to a dispute with co-producer Ryan Kavanaugh. The film, which delves into the dark side of influencer culture, was slated for release on July 11, 2025. However, the ongoing feud between the two producers has cast uncertainty over its future.
The Dispute Unfolds
The conflict became public when 50 Cent took to Instagram to express his grievances. He posted:
“They can’t release this MOVIE SKILL HOUSE without my signature which they do not have. What kinda business are they doing? I’d hate to have to demonstrate.”
In another post, he directly targeted Kavanaugh:
“This guy Ryan Kavanaugh is doing everything in his power to make me kill this movie. This one is going in the trash CAN!”
50 Cent further escalated the situation by sharing a screenshot of a 2008 news report about Kavanaugh’s DUI arrest, captioning it:
“Here he is guys, he must be drunk right now fcking wit me. Top Financier get the fck outta here.”
Background on ‘Skillhouse’
Skillhouse is a horror film that explores the extremes of social media fame and the lengths influencers will go to achieve it. Directed by Josh Stolberg, known for his work on Saw X and Jigsaw, the film stars 50 Cent alongside social media personalities like Bryce Hall and Hannah Stocking. The movie gained notoriety during production when a cameraman reportedly fainted due to the intensity of a scene. Stolberg recounted the incident:
“Yikes!!! We shot a kill scene last night and the camera operator became so nauseated that he passed out and the camera crashed to the ground. Had to stop for a 1/2 hour. He’s okay now but…get ready for some scary sh*t.”
50 Cent commented on the film’s impact, stating:
“We’re elevating horror to the next level. This is gonna change the rules of the game #skillhouse.”
Kavanaugh’s Vision
Despite the controversy, Kavanaugh has expressed enthusiasm for the project. He described Skillhouse as:
“A revolutionary film project from the outset — one that is thrilling and compelling for anyone on social media and horror fans of all ages.”
He emphasized the film’s innovative approach:
“Skillhouse is more than just a horror film, the project is right for the times and breaks barriers by leveraging the power and appeal of influencers and immerses them into the story.”
Industry Reactions
The public nature of the dispute has garnered significant attention within the entertainment industry. Fans and industry insiders are speculating about the potential impact on the film’s release and the working relationships involved. As of now, Kavanaugh has not publicly responded to 50 Cent’s accusations.
Conclusion
The fate of Skillhouse remains uncertain as the dispute between 50 Cent and Ryan Kavanaugh continues. With the release date approaching, it is unclear whether the film will premiere as scheduled or if the conflict will lead to delays or cancellation. Fans eagerly await further developments in this unfolding drama.
