This Is Not a Test
Independent Film Company | Release Date: February 20, 2026 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
36
METASCORE
Generally unfavorable reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
Positive:
0
Mixed:
3
Negative:
2

Critic Reviews

Critic scorePublicationBy date
60
ColliderIsabella SoaresFeb 19, 2026
This Is Not a Test won't give you shivers, but its zombie invasion will leave you hopeful. Read full review
50
RogerEbert.comSimon AbramsFeb 20, 2026
What’s mostly lacking is a matter of character-enhancing detail, the kind that would better integrate the movie’s high-concept thrills with its heartstring-tugging melodrama. Soapy’s not bad, but “This is Not a Test” lacks the sensationalism or sensitivity to make it more than a wan misfire. Read full review
40
Screen RantEmedo AshibezeMar 6, 2026
This Is Not a Test suggests a filmmaker content to operate within the familiar confines of the horror genre rather than push beyond them. Read full review
30
PolygonChris HaynerFeb 19, 2026
The story is formulaic, and the script constantly telegraphs any upcoming twists, sucking the tension out of the action. Read full review
25
Slant MagazineRoss McIndoeFeb 18, 2026
The film struggles to bring its non-zombie characters to life. Read full review
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