The official trailer for American Sweatshop just came out, and it gives us a scary look at what it’s like to moderate content online. The first look from Rotten Tomatoes Trailers takes viewers right into the dark and disturbing world of those who police the internet. The trailer sets the stage for a high-stakes thriller without giving away any important plot points.
Check out the American Sweatshop Trailer below from YouTube (see more trailers).
What’s in the American Sweatshop Movie Trailer?
The trailer for the movie American Sweatshop is about a social media content moderator who has to get rid of the most violent and offensive things on the internet. His job is easy: if he sees something that bothers him, he clicks “delete.” But when he finds a video that looks like it shows a real crime, he can’t just follow the rules. His boss tells him not to be a hero, but he can’t ignore how heavy what he has seen is. The trailer hints at a dangerous world where the main character has to deal with his own morals and decides to take matters into his own hands, even asking a coworker for a gun. You can feel the tension in the air, and the last line, “Sometimes the only way to stop a bad thing is with another bad thing,” promises a dark and interesting journey.
The film’s genre is categorized as a Mystery/Thriller and a Drama, perfectly capturing the intense psychological and real-world dangers explored. The main cast of American Sweatshop includes Lili Reinhart as the central character, with supporting roles from Daniela Melchior, Joel Fry, Jeremy Ang Jones, Josh Whitehouse, Tim Plester, and Christiane Paul. This talented ensemble brings a gripping sense of urgency and realism to the story. The movie is scheduled for release on September 19, 2025. This film looks set to be a thought-provoking and unforgettable thriller that exposes the psychological toll of a job many of us never even consider.