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Enter the The Conjuring Universe with Netflix’s Upcoming Game “The Conjuring: Unspoken”

‘The Conjuring’ Expands into Interactive Horror with Netflix’s ‘The Conjuring: Unspoken’ One of the most financially successful and terrifying cinematic franchises in modern horror history is getting a brand-new video game. Based on The Conjuring universe, the game is officially titled The Conjuring: Unspoken. The project is set to anchor Netflix’s high-profile slate for the upcoming Halloween season. Over a Decade of Cinematic Terror Enters an Interactive Era Since director James Wan launched the original film in 2013, The Conjuring universe has expanded into a sprawling, interconnected blockbuster franchise. It spans 10 feature films, including box-office hits like Annabelle and The Nun. The series has grossed over $2 billion globally, cementing its place as a cornerstone of modern horror cinema. The films have traditionally relied on suffocating atmospheric tension, sudden jump scares, and haunting sound design to terrify audiences in their seats. The Conjuring: Unspoken shifts players from passive observers to active participants. Instead of watching investigators, horror fans will soon

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 28, 2026

A First Look at Jean-François Richet’s ‘The Hunchback, Soul of Paris’ Ahead of Netflix Premiere

When horror enthusiasts reflect on the Golden Age of Universal Monsters, iconic figures like Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, and the Mummy dominate the discussion. Yet, several foundational characters laid the groundwork for that legendary roster without always receiving equal recognition. Universal Pictures released The Hunchback of Notre Dame starring Lon Chaney, establishing a cinematic bridge to classic creature features. Though Victor Hugo’s gothic narrative is not a pure horror story, Quasimodo’s tragic disfigurement and societal isolation helped invent the monster archetype that defined cinema for decades. In the past, however, screen adaptations of Hugo’s work have varied wildly. They range from lighthearted tragicomedies to Disney’s animated musical standard. Beneath every interpretation lies an inherently macabre core built on obsession, societal cruelty, and dark urban atmosphere. Director Jean-François Richet aims to tap into those gothic roots in his upcoming Netflix feature, The Hunchback, Soul of Paris. He wants to give the classic tale a grounded, sinister edge. A Grounded Historical Take on

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 27, 2026

Peak Screaming Celebrates Iconic Film Adaptations as ‘Verity’ Hits Theaters

This fall, Amazon MGM Studios is celebrating hit film adaptations that you don’t want to miss! Alongside iconic titles like Rosemary’s Baby and World War Z, the streaming service is unleashing a new classic in the making, Verity. Colleen Hoover’s explosive, New York Times best-selling novel Verity to theaters nationwide on October 2. Directed by Michael Showalter (The Idea of You, The Big Sick), the psychological thriller, written by Nick Antosca (Brand New Cherry Flavor), promises an intense cinematic exploration of obsession, deception, and moral ambiguity. A Remote Estate Holds Chilling Secrets The narrative centers on Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson). She’s a struggling writer hired to complete the remaining books of a massively successful series. One by acclaimed author Verity Crawford (Academy Award winner Anne Hathaway). Crawford has suffered a debilitating accident. Upon moving into the Crawford family’s isolated estate to sort through research notes, Lowen stumbles upon an unpublished, deeply unsettling manuscript. It appears to be Verity’s raw, unfiltered

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 27, 2026

Final Face-Melting Trailer Premieres for ‘Clayface’

Warner Bros. and DC Studios have dropped the final face-melting trailer for Clayface. And they’ve injected a heavy dose of pure body horror into the DC Universe just in time for Halloween. A Star Is Torn Tom Rhys Harries takes center stage as Gotham’s legendary, mud-slinging villain. Billed as DC Studios’ first true dive into horror, Clayface charts one man’s gruesome descent from Hollywood golden boy to revenge-obsessed monster. It’s a tragic dive into lost identity, toxic love, and the terrifying price of reckless scientific ambition. Matt Hagen’s meteoric rise from Gotham street kid to Hollywood leading man is tragically cut short when a local crime boss’s actions leave him horribly disfigured. Abandoned by his team and with nothing left, Matt seeks out a cutting-edge treatment. It miraculously returns him to his former self. However, unexpectedly affects his grip on reality, spiraling him down a destructive path of all-consuming revenge. The Talent Behind the Terror James Watkins (The Woman in

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 24, 2026

Jessica Biel Set to Star in Paramount’s Vampire Series Adaptation of “Coffin Moon”

Jessica Biel and Michelle Purple’s Iron Ocean banner is teaming up with Paramount Television Studios to develop a series adaptation of Keith Rosson’s 2025 vampire novel Coffin Moon. The project is being developed under Iron Ocean’s first-look deal with the studio. Noah Harpster and Micah Fitzerman-Blue will adapt the book and serve as showrunners. Rosson will serve as a consulting producer. A Cold Revenge Story in 1970s Oregon Set against a brutal 1975 Oregon winter, the series centers on a Vietnam veteran and his adopted niece. They pursue revenge relentlessly. Their lives are shattered after a vampire murders their family. This puts them on a mission to hunt the creature down in a bleak, high-stakes battle for survival. Creative Forces and Previous Collaborations Showrunners Harpster and Fitzerman-Blue bring significant pedigree to the project. They previously delivered A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood and created the Netflix limited series “Painkiller.” Coffin Moon also marks another ongoing effort between Paramount Television Studios and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 24, 2026

Jensen Ackles Faces Off with a Serial Killer in MGM+’s New Series “Rules of Prey”

Best known for playing Dean Winchester in “Supernatural” and the morally complex Soldier Boy in “The Boys,” Jensen Ackles has secured his next major television role. MGM+ has officially greenlit “Rules of Prey,” an eight-episode crime drama series based on John Sandford’s bestselling novel series. Production is currently underway in Toronto, with Bruce Terris serving as creator, showrunner, and executive producer alongside Ackles. A High-Stakes Psychological Battle The series focuses on Lucas Davenport. He’s a brilliant former Minneapolis police detective who has retreated from law enforcement. Known for his unconventional tactics and willingness to bypass standard procedures. Davenport is, however, drawn back into action when a serial killer begins committing murders that are designed to taunt him. As the body count rises, the investigation evolves into an intense psychological game between the detective and a killer operating on a twisted personal code. Literary Roots and Expanding Production Partnerships The show adapts the long-running Prey novel series by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 24, 2026

“Fallout” Leaked Season 3 Images Teases the Evolution of Walter Goggin’s Ghoul

Walton Goggins has officially stepped back into the irradiated skin of Cooper Howard, and a fresh set of leaks from “Fallout Season 3” offer an intriguing peek at his evolving Wasteland wardrobe. Fans spotted Goggins near the set sporting his signature prosthetic makeup, cattleman’s hat, and a blue button-down shirt. Stripped of his battered overcoat, the appearance sparked immediate debate over whether the Gunslinger is getting an upgraded ensemble or simply shedding heavy outerwear due to a desert heatwave. Reddit Notably, the weathered blue shirt strongly resembles an aged, 200-year-old iteration of the Sheriff costume Cooper wore to a children’s birthday party on the fateful day the bombs dropped in 2077. Further set photos showing a double riding a horse in pristine pre-apocalypse cowboy gear strongly suggest Season 3 will continue to delve into the Ghoul’s tragic past. @lucks_eterna/X Salt Lake Pitstops and Meta Wasteland Cinema Production recently took over the historic Fox Theatre in Pomona, California. It doubles as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 20, 2026

‘Lollipop Chainsaw’ Is Getting a Live-Action Film Adaptation, Game and Animated Series

Lollipop Chainsaw fans have a massive wave of new media to anticipate. Alongside a newly confirmed video game sequel scheduled for 2027, the iconic action-horror franchise is officially heading to the big screen. The live-action feature film will be an R-rated action-comedy prequel. It focuses on the origins of the series’ famous cheerleader heroine, Juliet Starling. The Origins and History of the Franchise Released in 2012 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, Lollipop Chainsaw grew out of a unique collaboration between legendary Japanese game designer Goichi Suda (Suda51), developer Grasshopper Manufacture, and filmmaker James Gunn. Gunn co-wrote the game’s script before directing Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. The game combined Suda51’s signature surreal style with Gunn’s sharp, B-movie comedy humor. The original game followed San Romero High School cheerleader Juliet Starling. She secretly comes from a family of zombie hunters. She battles undead hordes armed with a pink chainsaw and the severed, still-living head of her boyfriend, Nick. While

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 19, 2026

Brad Pitt Returns for the Long-Awaited Sequel ‘WWZ II’

When the cinematic adaptation of Max Brooks’ acclaimed novel World War Z hit theaters, it solidified its place as one of the highest-grossing yet most turbulent zombie films of the modern era. Now, after years of rumors, the sequel is finally on its way, Deadline reports. Over a decade after World War Z redefined the scale of apocalyptic cinema, the undead threat is rising once again. Paramount Pictures has officially greenlit World War Z II, bringing Hollywood icon Brad Pitt back to the front lines of the global pandemic. The long-gestating sequel promises to revisit a shattered world still learning to navigate the terrifying reality of mass extinction. It will expand on the international scope that made the original a worldwide box-office phenomenon and spawned multiple games. Navigating the Legacy of a Turbulent Franchise The original 2013 film proved both a massive box-office triumph and one of the most production-heavy blockbusters of the 21st century. Despite extensive reshoots, script overhauls,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 19, 2026

FX Reveals Its Massive Star-Studded Cast for the “Far Cry” Series Adaptation

The upcoming “Far Cry“ television adaptation at FX continues to expand its massive, star-studded ensemble. Variety has confirmed that acclaimed actors Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin), Jennifer Jason Leigh (The Hateful Eight), Hamish Linklater (Midnight Mass), Sam Spruell (Alien: Earth), and Jamie Demetriou (The Afterparty) have officially signed on for the first season of the video game adaptation. These impressive new additions join series lead and co-creator Rob Mac, along with fellow co-stars Lizzy Caplan and Steve Buscemi. An Anthology Format Driven by Visionary Creators Creative powerhouses Noah Hawley and Rob Mac spearhead the adaptation. While specific storyline and character details remain under lock and key, reportedly the adaptation will echo the narrative of Ubisoft’s blockbuster game franchise. Operating as an anthology series, each season will introduce a completely new cast and a fresh location. It will also feature a unique high-stakes conflict, capturing the unpredictability and chaotic survival elements that defined the gaming phenomenon. A Powerhouse Production Team

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 18, 2026

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Enter the The Conjuring Universe with Netflix’s Upcoming Game “The Conjuring: Unspoken”

‘The Conjuring’ Expands into Interactive Horror with Netflix’s ‘The Conjuring: Unspoken’ One of the most financially successful and terrifying cinematic franchises in modern horror history is getting a brand-new video game. Based on The Conjuring universe, the game is officially titled The Conjuring: Unspoken. The project is set to anchor Netflix’s high-profile slate for the upcoming Halloween season. Over a Decade of Cinematic Terror Enters an Interactive Era Since director James Wan launched the original film in 2013, The Conjuring universe has expanded into a sprawling, interconnected blockbuster franchise. It spans 10 feature films, including box-office hits like Annabelle and The Nun. The series has grossed over $2 billion globally, cementing its place as a cornerstone of modern horror cinema. The films have traditionally relied on suffocating atmospheric tension, sudden jump scares, and haunting sound design to terrify audiences in their seats. The Conjuring: Unspoken shifts players from passive observers to active participants. Instead of watching investigators, horror fans will soon

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 28, 2026

A First Look at Jean-François Richet’s ‘The Hunchback, Soul of Paris’ Ahead of Netflix Premiere

When horror enthusiasts reflect on the Golden Age of Universal Monsters, iconic figures like Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, and the Mummy dominate the discussion. Yet, several foundational characters laid the groundwork for that legendary roster without always receiving equal recognition. Universal Pictures released The Hunchback of Notre Dame starring Lon Chaney, establishing a cinematic bridge to classic creature features. Though Victor Hugo’s gothic narrative is not a pure horror story, Quasimodo’s tragic disfigurement and societal isolation helped invent the monster archetype that defined cinema for decades. In the past, however, screen adaptations of Hugo’s work have varied wildly. They range from lighthearted tragicomedies to Disney’s animated musical standard. Beneath every interpretation lies an inherently macabre core built on obsession, societal cruelty, and dark urban atmosphere. Director Jean-François Richet aims to tap into those gothic roots in his upcoming Netflix feature, The Hunchback, Soul of Paris. He wants to give the classic tale a grounded, sinister edge. A Grounded Historical Take on

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 27, 2026

Peak Screaming Celebrates Iconic Film Adaptations as ‘Verity’ Hits Theaters

This fall, Amazon MGM Studios is celebrating hit film adaptations that you don’t want to miss! Alongside iconic titles like Rosemary’s Baby and World War Z, the streaming service is unleashing a new classic in the making, Verity. Colleen Hoover’s explosive, New York Times best-selling novel Verity to theaters nationwide on October 2. Directed by Michael Showalter (The Idea of You, The Big Sick), the psychological thriller, written by Nick Antosca (Brand New Cherry Flavor), promises an intense cinematic exploration of obsession, deception, and moral ambiguity. A Remote Estate Holds Chilling Secrets The narrative centers on Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson). She’s a struggling writer hired to complete the remaining books of a massively successful series. One by acclaimed author Verity Crawford (Academy Award winner Anne Hathaway). Crawford has suffered a debilitating accident. Upon moving into the Crawford family’s isolated estate to sort through research notes, Lowen stumbles upon an unpublished, deeply unsettling manuscript. It appears to be Verity’s raw, unfiltered

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 27, 2026

Final Face-Melting Trailer Premieres for ‘Clayface’

Warner Bros. and DC Studios have dropped the final face-melting trailer for Clayface. And they’ve injected a heavy dose of pure body horror into the DC Universe just in time for Halloween. A Star Is Torn Tom Rhys Harries takes center stage as Gotham’s legendary, mud-slinging villain. Billed as DC Studios’ first true dive into horror, Clayface charts one man’s gruesome descent from Hollywood golden boy to revenge-obsessed monster. It’s a tragic dive into lost identity, toxic love, and the terrifying price of reckless scientific ambition. Matt Hagen’s meteoric rise from Gotham street kid to Hollywood leading man is tragically cut short when a local crime boss’s actions leave him horribly disfigured. Abandoned by his team and with nothing left, Matt seeks out a cutting-edge treatment. It miraculously returns him to his former self. However, unexpectedly affects his grip on reality, spiraling him down a destructive path of all-consuming revenge. The Talent Behind the Terror James Watkins (The Woman in

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 24, 2026

Jessica Biel Set to Star in Paramount’s Vampire Series Adaptation of “Coffin Moon”

Jessica Biel and Michelle Purple’s Iron Ocean banner is teaming up with Paramount Television Studios to develop a series adaptation of Keith Rosson’s 2025 vampire novel Coffin Moon. The project is being developed under Iron Ocean’s first-look deal with the studio. Noah Harpster and Micah Fitzerman-Blue will adapt the book and serve as showrunners. Rosson will serve as a consulting producer. A Cold Revenge Story in 1970s Oregon Set against a brutal 1975 Oregon winter, the series centers on a Vietnam veteran and his adopted niece. They pursue revenge relentlessly. Their lives are shattered after a vampire murders their family. This puts them on a mission to hunt the creature down in a bleak, high-stakes battle for survival. Creative Forces and Previous Collaborations Showrunners Harpster and Fitzerman-Blue bring significant pedigree to the project. They previously delivered A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood and created the Netflix limited series “Painkiller.” Coffin Moon also marks another ongoing effort between Paramount Television Studios and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 24, 2026

Jensen Ackles Faces Off with a Serial Killer in MGM+’s New Series “Rules of Prey”

Best known for playing Dean Winchester in “Supernatural” and the morally complex Soldier Boy in “The Boys,” Jensen Ackles has secured his next major television role. MGM+ has officially greenlit “Rules of Prey,” an eight-episode crime drama series based on John Sandford’s bestselling novel series. Production is currently underway in Toronto, with Bruce Terris serving as creator, showrunner, and executive producer alongside Ackles. A High-Stakes Psychological Battle The series focuses on Lucas Davenport. He’s a brilliant former Minneapolis police detective who has retreated from law enforcement. Known for his unconventional tactics and willingness to bypass standard procedures. Davenport is, however, drawn back into action when a serial killer begins committing murders that are designed to taunt him. As the body count rises, the investigation evolves into an intense psychological game between the detective and a killer operating on a twisted personal code. Literary Roots and Expanding Production Partnerships The show adapts the long-running Prey novel series by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 24, 2026

“Fallout” Leaked Season 3 Images Teases the Evolution of Walter Goggin’s Ghoul

Walton Goggins has officially stepped back into the irradiated skin of Cooper Howard, and a fresh set of leaks from “Fallout Season 3” offer an intriguing peek at his evolving Wasteland wardrobe. Fans spotted Goggins near the set sporting his signature prosthetic makeup, cattleman’s hat, and a blue button-down shirt. Stripped of his battered overcoat, the appearance sparked immediate debate over whether the Gunslinger is getting an upgraded ensemble or simply shedding heavy outerwear due to a desert heatwave. Reddit Notably, the weathered blue shirt strongly resembles an aged, 200-year-old iteration of the Sheriff costume Cooper wore to a children’s birthday party on the fateful day the bombs dropped in 2077. Further set photos showing a double riding a horse in pristine pre-apocalypse cowboy gear strongly suggest Season 3 will continue to delve into the Ghoul’s tragic past. @lucks_eterna/X Salt Lake Pitstops and Meta Wasteland Cinema Production recently took over the historic Fox Theatre in Pomona, California. It doubles as

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 20, 2026

‘Lollipop Chainsaw’ Is Getting a Live-Action Film Adaptation, Game and Animated Series

Lollipop Chainsaw fans have a massive wave of new media to anticipate. Alongside a newly confirmed video game sequel scheduled for 2027, the iconic action-horror franchise is officially heading to the big screen. The live-action feature film will be an R-rated action-comedy prequel. It focuses on the origins of the series’ famous cheerleader heroine, Juliet Starling. The Origins and History of the Franchise Released in 2012 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, Lollipop Chainsaw grew out of a unique collaboration between legendary Japanese game designer Goichi Suda (Suda51), developer Grasshopper Manufacture, and filmmaker James Gunn. Gunn co-wrote the game’s script before directing Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. The game combined Suda51’s signature surreal style with Gunn’s sharp, B-movie comedy humor. The original game followed San Romero High School cheerleader Juliet Starling. She secretly comes from a family of zombie hunters. She battles undead hordes armed with a pink chainsaw and the severed, still-living head of her boyfriend, Nick. While

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 19, 2026

Brad Pitt Returns for the Long-Awaited Sequel ‘WWZ II’

When the cinematic adaptation of Max Brooks’ acclaimed novel World War Z hit theaters, it solidified its place as one of the highest-grossing yet most turbulent zombie films of the modern era. Now, after years of rumors, the sequel is finally on its way, Deadline reports. Over a decade after World War Z redefined the scale of apocalyptic cinema, the undead threat is rising once again. Paramount Pictures has officially greenlit World War Z II, bringing Hollywood icon Brad Pitt back to the front lines of the global pandemic. The long-gestating sequel promises to revisit a shattered world still learning to navigate the terrifying reality of mass extinction. It will expand on the international scope that made the original a worldwide box-office phenomenon and spawned multiple games. Navigating the Legacy of a Turbulent Franchise The original 2013 film proved both a massive box-office triumph and one of the most production-heavy blockbusters of the 21st century. Despite extensive reshoots, script overhauls,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 19, 2026

FX Reveals Its Massive Star-Studded Cast for the “Far Cry” Series Adaptation

The upcoming “Far Cry“ television adaptation at FX continues to expand its massive, star-studded ensemble. Variety has confirmed that acclaimed actors Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin), Jennifer Jason Leigh (The Hateful Eight), Hamish Linklater (Midnight Mass), Sam Spruell (Alien: Earth), and Jamie Demetriou (The Afterparty) have officially signed on for the first season of the video game adaptation. These impressive new additions join series lead and co-creator Rob Mac, along with fellow co-stars Lizzy Caplan and Steve Buscemi. An Anthology Format Driven by Visionary Creators Creative powerhouses Noah Hawley and Rob Mac spearhead the adaptation. While specific storyline and character details remain under lock and key, reportedly the adaptation will echo the narrative of Ubisoft’s blockbuster game franchise. Operating as an anthology series, each season will introduce a completely new cast and a fresh location. It will also feature a unique high-stakes conflict, capturing the unpredictability and chaotic survival elements that defined the gaming phenomenon. A Powerhouse Production Team

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 18, 2026
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