Fans of dark thrillers have a new film to watch soon. American Sweatshop stars Lili Reinhart as a content moderator who uncovers a disturbing video and dives deep into the online world to solve a mystery. The movie hits theaters and on demand in the US tomorrow, September 19, 2025, after its festival debut earlier this year.
What Is the Plot About?
American Sweatshop centers on Daisy Moriarty, played by Lili Reinhart. Daisy works as a content moderator, reviewing and removing harmful videos from social media platforms. Her job exposes her to shocking material daily, and she balances this with personal struggles.
One video changes everything. It shows a violent crime, pulling Daisy out of her routine. She starts investigating on her own, venturing into hidden parts of the internet. The story explores the mental strain of her work and the dangers she faces offline.
Director Uta Briesewitz brings her TV experience to this feature film. She has directed episodes of shows like Severance and Black Mirror, which helps capture the tense, tech-driven atmosphere.
Who Stars in American Sweatshop?
Lili Reinhart leads as Daisy, bringing depth to a role that shows the isolation of online work. Known from Riverdale, she steps into a more serious thriller here.
Daniela Melchior plays a key supporting part, adding to the film’s mix of tension and drama. Jeremy Ang Jones and Josh Whitehouse also appear, handling roles tied to Daisy’s investigation. Joel Fry rounds out the cast in a supporting spot.
The film was produced by Barry Levinson and Tom Fontana, with a script by Matthew Nemeth. It runs about 93 minutes and carries no rating.
“Content moderation is a job that most people don’t think about, but it takes a huge toll,” Lili Reinhart said in a recent interview.
Release Date and Where to Watch
American Sweatshop first screened at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Film & TV Festival in March 2025. It played in the Narrative Spotlight section and received early praise for its take on digital life.
The wide release arrives on September 19, 2025, with limited theater showings and availability on video on demand platforms like Apple TV and Fandango at Home. In Germany, Plaion Pictures handles distribution.
North American rights went to Brainstorm Media in June 2025. Viewers can expect it on streaming services shortly after the initial drop.
Behind the Scenes Facts
Filming wrapped before the festival premiere. Uta Briesewitz drew from real stories of content moderators to make the world feel authentic. The movie avoids showing graphic content directly, focusing instead on its emotional impact.
Recent clips show intense scenes, like Daisy confronting online dangers. Stills from September highlight Lili Reinhart in her role, building buzz ahead of the launch.
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