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Halloween season is officially in full swing. Horror enthusiasts have a stacked slate of major new features, highly anticipated streaming debuts, and home releases landing across theaters, VOD, Digital, and major streaming platforms for the week of October 5, 2026. Whether you’re looking for high-octane martial arts chaos, terrifying creature features, or chilling new streaming series, here is everything dropping this week and where to watch it. Theater Premieres Other Mommy Release Date: October 9, 2026 Where to Watch: Only in theaters nationwide The Lowdown: Jessica Chastain stars in this disturbing psychological body horror feature. Playing a mother who begins suspecting that her young daughter has brought a sinister, uncanny entity into their home—one claiming to be the child’s “true” mother—the film delivers a terrifying exploration of maternal trauma and body distortion. Ghost in the Cell Release Date: In theaters nationwide via Well Go USA Where to Watch: In theaters nationwide The Lowdown: Written and directed by Indonesian horror visionary
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Paramount Pictures has officially greenlit an animated horror-comedy based on Yehudi Mercado’s popular comic book, Freddy the 13th. The project brings together an impressive creative team led by acclaimed filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg alongside original comic creator Mercado. The project was first announced in June in a social media post (below). However, we have a major update: the film now has an official 2028 premiere date. Trachtenberg and Mercado Team Up Dan Trachtenberg will direct the adaptation, with Yehudi Mercado joining him as co-director. Trachtenberg will also produce the film alongside his 10 Cloverfield Lane collaborator, Ben Rosenblatt. “Ever since I was a kid, I’ve wanted to work with Dan Trachtenberg. Never mind that I’m older than him; the sentiment still stands. I’m incredibly excited to have found a team crazy enough to want to make an animated horror-comedy for the whole family. Most of all, I’m grateful I never gave up on my dreams. Thanks, Paramount Animation! Let’s get spooky!”
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In the upcoming feature Stranglehold, modern social media obsession collides with gritty survival in a raw, fast-paced Christmas-set crime thriller. And here’s the good news: you don’t have to wait to watch it; it’s out now. Fed up with living paycheck to paycheck and captivated by influencers’ glamorous lives, a small-town stripper named Bailey decides to take matters into her own hands. Teaming up with her ex-military husband, Tim, she plots a high-stakes robbery. One against her own employer. They are driven by a desperate bid to afford a decent Christmas for their daughter and escape poverty. However, the couple’s plan quickly spirals into an intense struggle for survival. A Powerhouse Cast Led by Industry Veterans Directed by Clark Duke, Stranglehold brings together a stacked ensemble cast to bring its desperate characters to life. Ashley Benson (Pretty Little Liars) stars alongside Jake Lacy (The White Lotus). The cast also features veteran heavyweights and genre favorites. That includes Justin Long, Ron
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The latest installment in the iconic Evil Dead franchise, Evil Dead Burn, is officially streaming on HBO, and holy hell, is it an absolute blast! Teased as the series’ most savage, terrifying ride yet, this latest entry delivers non-stop demonic mayhem from start to finish. The story follows a grieving widow named Thya as she seeks solace with her in-laws at their secluded family home. Naturally, things go horribly wrong as family members are systematically turned into bloodthirsty Deadites! Let’s dive into it in this review. An Amazing Cast Facing Absolute Carnage Facing off against the Kandarian Demon is a phenomenal ensemble cast. Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, and Hunter Doohan lead it. Rounding out the unfortunate family are Errol Shand and Maude Davey. However, Luciane Buchanan stands out as Thya. Buchanan absolutely nails her performance, striking a perfect balance between deep emotional vulnerability and raw, ferocious determination. If you thought Evil Dead Rise was intense, Burn turns the deadite brutality
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Get ready, Fog-dwellers! This Halloween is bringing absolute hell! Coming right off a massive 10th Anniversary both in and out of the game, Dead by Daylight is pulling out all the stops for a monster-sized October, packed with weekly drops. From the terrifying debut of the Diablo Collection and a grotesque Blighted look for Jason Voorhees, to a special Stranger Things edition of Lights Out. So much is headed your way, including the triumphant return of Haunted by Daylight. Players have an incredible lineup to keep them screaming all month long! Hell Sends Its Best With the Diablo Collection Mark your calendars for October 20th! The Diablo Collection is officially bringing Sanctuary’s legends into Dead by Daylight with six breathtaking new Outfits inspired by iconic characters and classes. Leading the charge is Lilith, the Daughter of Hatred herself. She arrives as a Visceral Outfit for The Artist, complete with unique menu animations and a vicious new Mori! Joining her is
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Fans of Netflix’s chilling mystery-horror series “The Watcher” can finally look forward to a new chapter after a nearly five-year wait. Production on the long-awaited second season is officially scheduled to begin this fall in New York, Variety reports. Returning Cast and Creative Team Original cast members will reprise their roles in the upcoming installment, including Naomi Watts, Bobby Cannavale, Margo Martindale, and Isabel Gravitt. Creators Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan return as executive producers, with Brennan continuing his role as showrunner. Crystle Roberson Dorsey directs and executive produces alongside a large team of industry veterans, including Watts, Eric Newman, Bryan Unkeless, and directing duo Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman. A Long Journey Back to Screen The production announcement comes nearly four years after the show first captivated audiences in October 2022. Initially developed as a standalone limited series, Netflix quickly renewed it after its breakout success, ordering a second chapter. However, the wait for a new installment found itself
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Back in 2015, Colin Trevorrow achieved the cinematic equivalent of resurrecting a dead species: he revived the Jurassic Park franchise after a 14-year dirt nap with Jurassic World. Sure, critics sniffed at its structural nostalgia, but audiences devoured it to the tune of $1.67 billion, a colossal upgrade from Jurassic Park III’s modest $368.7 million haul. Fast forward to last year, and Gareth Edwards tried a fresh evolutionary track with Jurassic World: Rebirth, ditching theme-park logistics to chase dinosaurs out in the wild. Edwards has since stepped away from the director’s chair, leaving Universal on the hunt for a new alpha predator to helm the next installment. Return of the Monster-Maker Universal might not have to look far for its next director. Word on the street via The Hollywood Reporter is that Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom director J.A. Bayona has emerged as the frontrunner to take the reins. If the deal closes, he will direct an elite surviving cast, with Rebirth
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The first look at Mike Flanagan’s upcoming “Carrie” series has arrived, courtesy of IGN. It offers horror fans a captivating glimpse into the dark coming-of-age story at the center of his new Stephen King adaptation. In the newly released clip, Carrie White (Summer H. Howell) storms away from her fanatical mother, Margaret (Samantha Sloyan), slamming a heavy door using her telekinetic abilities. As a subtle smile creeps across her face, Carrie realizes the true extent of her new gifts. And that she no longer needs to fear the woman who has controlled her entire life. Updating Stephen King’s Classic to the Digital Age Prime Video is serving up a fresh, blood-soaked coronation with an ambitious eight-episode event series helmed by modern horror and Stephen King expert Mike Flanagan. Following the sudden death of her father, Carrie White is thrust out of her isolated upbringing by her zealot mother. Carrie is now thrown directly into the ruthless ecosystem of high school.
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Filming has officially wrapped on Twilight of the Dead, the highly anticipated final chapter in horror legend George A. Romero’s iconic zombie saga. First announced in 2021, the feature is based on an original treatment Romero wrote before his 2017 passing. Magenta Light Studios has acquired North American distribution rights and plans to release the film in theaters across the U.S. and Canada. An Ensemble Cast Trapped in the Apocalypse Kate Beckinsale (Underworld) and Betty Gabriel (Get Out) lead the cast. They are joined by Abigail London and John D. Hickman (Becky). The story unfolds on a decimated Earth. The last remnants of humanity are caught between desperate, warring human factions and a rapidly evolving undead threat. Iconic FX Leadership Behind the Camera Directing duo Doron and Yoav Paz (Jeruzalem, The Golem) helmed the production. Legendary makeup artist Greg Nicotero (The Walking Dead) is behind the practical effects. Nicotero shares a long history with the late filmmaker. He previously crafted
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Master of Indonesian horror and action cinema Joko Anwar is back to unleash another chaotic, blood-drenched nightmare upon genre fans with Ghost in the Cell. Written and directed by Anwar, the film plunges audiences straight into the iron-clad walls of a high-security prison. Already bursting at the seams with violence. The trailer serves as a fair warning. It is wildly graphic, gloriously NSFW, and promises a total bath of jailhouse carnage. Ruled by a tyrannical correctional officer, the penitentiary’s fragile ecosystem completely shatters when a mysterious new inmate arrives. This triggers a string of stomach-churning murders that leave victims on morbidly elaborate display. Supernatural Slaughter Behind Bars What starts as a volatile turf war between rival gang lords rapidly devolves into a desperate fight for survival. An invisible, otherworldly predator now stalks the prison. Once a full lockdown seals off every possible exit, the terrified inmates realize that the deadliest isn’t the violent psychopath in the adjacent Cell, but a
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HalloweenMoviesNewsStreaming TV
Halloween season is officially in full swing. Horror enthusiasts have a stacked slate of major new features, highly anticipated streaming debuts, and home releases landing across theaters, VOD, Digital, and major streaming platforms for the week of October 5, 2026. Whether you’re looking for high-octane martial arts chaos, terrifying creature features, or chilling new streaming series, here is everything dropping this week and where to watch it. Theater Premieres Other Mommy Release Date: October 9, 2026 Where to Watch: Only in theaters nationwide The Lowdown: Jessica Chastain stars in this disturbing psychological body horror feature. Playing a mother who begins suspecting that her young daughter has brought a sinister, uncanny entity into their home—one claiming to be the child’s “true” mother—the film delivers a terrifying exploration of maternal trauma and body distortion. Ghost in the Cell Release Date: In theaters nationwide via Well Go USA Where to Watch: In theaters nationwide The Lowdown: Written and directed by Indonesian horror visionary
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Paramount Pictures has officially greenlit an animated horror-comedy based on Yehudi Mercado’s popular comic book, Freddy the 13th. The project brings together an impressive creative team led by acclaimed filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg alongside original comic creator Mercado. The project was first announced in June in a social media post (below). However, we have a major update: the film now has an official 2028 premiere date. Trachtenberg and Mercado Team Up Dan Trachtenberg will direct the adaptation, with Yehudi Mercado joining him as co-director. Trachtenberg will also produce the film alongside his 10 Cloverfield Lane collaborator, Ben Rosenblatt. “Ever since I was a kid, I’ve wanted to work with Dan Trachtenberg. Never mind that I’m older than him; the sentiment still stands. I’m incredibly excited to have found a team crazy enough to want to make an animated horror-comedy for the whole family. Most of all, I’m grateful I never gave up on my dreams. Thanks, Paramount Animation! Let’s get spooky!”
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Holiday HorrorMoviesNewsTrailers
In the upcoming feature Stranglehold, modern social media obsession collides with gritty survival in a raw, fast-paced Christmas-set crime thriller. And here’s the good news: you don’t have to wait to watch it; it’s out now. Fed up with living paycheck to paycheck and captivated by influencers’ glamorous lives, a small-town stripper named Bailey decides to take matters into her own hands. Teaming up with her ex-military husband, Tim, she plots a high-stakes robbery. One against her own employer. They are driven by a desperate bid to afford a decent Christmas for their daughter and escape poverty. However, the couple’s plan quickly spirals into an intense struggle for survival. A Powerhouse Cast Led by Industry Veterans Directed by Clark Duke, Stranglehold brings together a stacked ensemble cast to bring its desperate characters to life. Ashley Benson (Pretty Little Liars) stars alongside Jake Lacy (The White Lotus). The cast also features veteran heavyweights and genre favorites. That includes Justin Long, Ron
Continue reading →
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The latest installment in the iconic Evil Dead franchise, Evil Dead Burn, is officially streaming on HBO, and holy hell, is it an absolute blast! Teased as the series’ most savage, terrifying ride yet, this latest entry delivers non-stop demonic mayhem from start to finish. The story follows a grieving widow named Thya as she seeks solace with her in-laws at their secluded family home. Naturally, things go horribly wrong as family members are systematically turned into bloodthirsty Deadites! Let’s dive into it in this review. An Amazing Cast Facing Absolute Carnage Facing off against the Kandarian Demon is a phenomenal ensemble cast. Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, and Hunter Doohan lead it. Rounding out the unfortunate family are Errol Shand and Maude Davey. However, Luciane Buchanan stands out as Thya. Buchanan absolutely nails her performance, striking a perfect balance between deep emotional vulnerability and raw, ferocious determination. If you thought Evil Dead Rise was intense, Burn turns the deadite brutality
Continue reading →
EventsGamingHalloweenNewsTrailers
Get ready, Fog-dwellers! This Halloween is bringing absolute hell! Coming right off a massive 10th Anniversary both in and out of the game, Dead by Daylight is pulling out all the stops for a monster-sized October, packed with weekly drops. From the terrifying debut of the Diablo Collection and a grotesque Blighted look for Jason Voorhees, to a special Stranger Things edition of Lights Out. So much is headed your way, including the triumphant return of Haunted by Daylight. Players have an incredible lineup to keep them screaming all month long! Hell Sends Its Best With the Diablo Collection Mark your calendars for October 20th! The Diablo Collection is officially bringing Sanctuary’s legends into Dead by Daylight with six breathtaking new Outfits inspired by iconic characters and classes. Leading the charge is Lilith, the Daughter of Hatred herself. She arrives as a Visceral Outfit for The Artist, complete with unique menu animations and a vicious new Mori! Joining her is
Continue reading →
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Fans of Netflix’s chilling mystery-horror series “The Watcher” can finally look forward to a new chapter after a nearly five-year wait. Production on the long-awaited second season is officially scheduled to begin this fall in New York, Variety reports. Returning Cast and Creative Team Original cast members will reprise their roles in the upcoming installment, including Naomi Watts, Bobby Cannavale, Margo Martindale, and Isabel Gravitt. Creators Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan return as executive producers, with Brennan continuing his role as showrunner. Crystle Roberson Dorsey directs and executive produces alongside a large team of industry veterans, including Watts, Eric Newman, Bryan Unkeless, and directing duo Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman. A Long Journey Back to Screen The production announcement comes nearly four years after the show first captivated audiences in October 2022. Initially developed as a standalone limited series, Netflix quickly renewed it after its breakout success, ordering a second chapter. However, the wait for a new installment found itself
Continue reading →
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Back in 2015, Colin Trevorrow achieved the cinematic equivalent of resurrecting a dead species: he revived the Jurassic Park franchise after a 14-year dirt nap with Jurassic World. Sure, critics sniffed at its structural nostalgia, but audiences devoured it to the tune of $1.67 billion, a colossal upgrade from Jurassic Park III’s modest $368.7 million haul. Fast forward to last year, and Gareth Edwards tried a fresh evolutionary track with Jurassic World: Rebirth, ditching theme-park logistics to chase dinosaurs out in the wild. Edwards has since stepped away from the director’s chair, leaving Universal on the hunt for a new alpha predator to helm the next installment. Return of the Monster-Maker Universal might not have to look far for its next director. Word on the street via The Hollywood Reporter is that Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom director J.A. Bayona has emerged as the frontrunner to take the reins. If the deal closes, he will direct an elite surviving cast, with Rebirth
Continue reading →
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The first look at Mike Flanagan’s upcoming “Carrie” series has arrived, courtesy of IGN. It offers horror fans a captivating glimpse into the dark coming-of-age story at the center of his new Stephen King adaptation. In the newly released clip, Carrie White (Summer H. Howell) storms away from her fanatical mother, Margaret (Samantha Sloyan), slamming a heavy door using her telekinetic abilities. As a subtle smile creeps across her face, Carrie realizes the true extent of her new gifts. And that she no longer needs to fear the woman who has controlled her entire life. Updating Stephen King’s Classic to the Digital Age Prime Video is serving up a fresh, blood-soaked coronation with an ambitious eight-episode event series helmed by modern horror and Stephen King expert Mike Flanagan. Following the sudden death of her father, Carrie White is thrust out of her isolated upbringing by her zealot mother. Carrie is now thrown directly into the ruthless ecosystem of high school.
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Filming has officially wrapped on Twilight of the Dead, the highly anticipated final chapter in horror legend George A. Romero’s iconic zombie saga. First announced in 2021, the feature is based on an original treatment Romero wrote before his 2017 passing. Magenta Light Studios has acquired North American distribution rights and plans to release the film in theaters across the U.S. and Canada. An Ensemble Cast Trapped in the Apocalypse Kate Beckinsale (Underworld) and Betty Gabriel (Get Out) lead the cast. They are joined by Abigail London and John D. Hickman (Becky). The story unfolds on a decimated Earth. The last remnants of humanity are caught between desperate, warring human factions and a rapidly evolving undead threat. Iconic FX Leadership Behind the Camera Directing duo Doron and Yoav Paz (Jeruzalem, The Golem) helmed the production. Legendary makeup artist Greg Nicotero (The Walking Dead) is behind the practical effects. Nicotero shares a long history with the late filmmaker. He previously crafted
Continue reading →
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Master of Indonesian horror and action cinema Joko Anwar is back to unleash another chaotic, blood-drenched nightmare upon genre fans with Ghost in the Cell. Written and directed by Anwar, the film plunges audiences straight into the iron-clad walls of a high-security prison. Already bursting at the seams with violence. The trailer serves as a fair warning. It is wildly graphic, gloriously NSFW, and promises a total bath of jailhouse carnage. Ruled by a tyrannical correctional officer, the penitentiary’s fragile ecosystem completely shatters when a mysterious new inmate arrives. This triggers a string of stomach-churning murders that leave victims on morbidly elaborate display. Supernatural Slaughter Behind Bars What starts as a volatile turf war between rival gang lords rapidly devolves into a desperate fight for survival. An invisible, otherworldly predator now stalks the prison. Once a full lockdown seals off every possible exit, the terrified inmates realize that the deadliest isn’t the violent psychopath in the adjacent Cell, but a
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