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Following NYCC Debut ‘Play House’ Snagged by Blumhouse Atomic Monster

Filmmaker Nicolas Curcio is riding an incredible run after winning last year’s inaugural Fantastic Pitches competition. He brought his small-budget horror film Play House to this year’s festival and earned glowing reviews from early critics. Major Seven-Figure Studio Acquisition Building on that fantastic momentum, Focus Features and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster officially acquired the distribution rights for a 2027 release. According to Deadline, the distribution deal closed in the seven-figure range. As a result, Deadline reports the deal values the movie at least ten times its modest $100,000 production budget. Unsettling Analog Horror Premise Co-written by Curcio and Kirby Gladstein, the film follows a desperate young man. He tries to reclaim his past by renovating a crumbling house in a last-ditch effort to win back his ex-girlfriend. But his attempt at reconciliation takes a sinister turn when he stumbles upon a collection of forgotten VHS tapes. The tapes contain episodes of a strange, unaired television show from decades past. However, as he

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 11, 2026

Let the Season Three Trailer for “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches” Cast a Spell on You

The witches are officially returning to face historical horrors in “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches: Salem Coven.” AMC also dropped a brand-new teaser during its packed New York Comic Con panel, giving fans an exciting first look. The network also confirmed that the spooky third season will officially premiere on December 30. Dark Mythology and Historic Witchcraft Adapted from Anne Rice’s iconic novel trilogy, the upcoming season dives far deeper into classic witchcraft lore. The story relocates to the infamous town of Salem, Massachusetts. It weaves real-world trial history into the supernatural drama. As a result, viewers will meet powerful new spellbound families as ancient rituals clash directly with the modern world. Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team Returning series leads Alexandra Daddario, Harry Hamlin, Tongayi Chirisa, and Alyssa Jirrels welcome an impressive slate of newcomers. Michiel Huisman, Betsy Brandt, James Frain, and Eliza Scanlen also join the dark universe. Behind the scenes, acclaimed writer Thomas Schnauz joins original co-creator Esta Spalding as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

Soldiers Face Off with a Supernatural Force in ‘The Awakening’ Trailer

Unlike typical genre films where naive, unprepared victims face terrifying monsters, the upcoming sci-fi action-horror film The Awakening focuses on a highly trained military squad ready for combat. Well Go USA revealed that the story follows an elite tactical unit that enters a Colombian jungle to eliminate a target. However, their routine operation quickly spirals into a gory nightmare when an ancient, curse-bearing force awakens in the darkness. Centuries earlier, a Spanish conquistador expedition faced a similar threat in the same territory. As a result, both groups across time must fight relentless, primeval terror to survive the jungle. Star-Studded Latin American Cast and Creative Legacy The feature boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Claudio Cataño (Pacific), Alejandro Buitrago (Narcos), and Andres Londono (Narcos: Mexico). The cast also includes Héctor Sánchez, Andrea Olaya, Quique Sanmartín, Jaisson Jeack, Carlos Mariño, Salvador Bridges, and Ricardo Leguizamo. Legendary horror filmmaker Jaime Osorio Marquez (The Squad) wrote and directed the movie, but tragically passed away

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

Blumfest Takes Over the Stage at New York Comic-Con: Here’s the Highlights

BlumFest returned to New York Comic-Con with a huge lineup of upcoming horror projects. And we’ve got the highlights so that you don’t miss a thing. Major Film Announcements and Casting News Host MatPat opened the panel alongside CEO Jason Blum, who thanked fans for supporting theatrical releases. Soon after, director Mike Flanagan introduced the intense trailer for The Exorcist: Martyrs, which looks fantastic. Furthermore, star Chiwetel Ejiofor joined Flanagan to discuss the highly anticipated movie. Director Rob Savage surprised the crowd by offering free tickets to tonight’s screening of Other Mommy. Additionally, he brought out LaKeith Stanfield to announce his lead role in Molepeople. Meanwhile, director Craig Zobel confirmed he is helming a feature adaptation of Something is Killing the Children. Blumhouse will develop the massive comic franchise into both a live-action film and an animated series. Creator Partnerships and Upcoming Thrillers Blumhouse also unveiled exciting production deals with digital storytellers during the presentation. Specifically, host MatPat will help

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

Behold: ‘The Exorcist: Martyrs’ Trailer Has Arrived

Universal has officially dropped the trailer for Mike Flanagan’s highly anticipated The Exorcist: Martyrs. And holy hell, it looks amazing, but it is from Flanagan, so you know it’s gonna be good. An Ensemble Cast Scarlett Johansson stars alongside Jacobi Jupe and Diane Lane. Furthermore, Sasha Calle and John Leguizamo join the ensemble cast. Flanagan also reunites with several frequent collaborators. Returning actors include Rahul Kohli, Hamish Linklater, Gil Bellows, Carl Lumbly, Robert Longstreet, and Matt Biedel. Samantha Sloyan, Kate Siegel, John Gallagher Jr., Benjamin Pajak, and Carla Gugino complete the impressive lineup. A Fresh Take on the Franchise The story focuses on NYPD Homicide Detective Julie Miller (Johansson). Miller arrests an infamous serial killer known as “Father Sunday,” played by John Leguizamo. After witnessing his execution, she experiences disturbing events as evil forces target her twelve-year-old son. Two priests, played by Chiwetel Ejiofor and Laurence Fishburne, step in as the case grows increasingly supernatural. Inspired by the third installment, The

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

New Clip Lays Out the Rules of “Crystal Lake” Ahead of This Week’s Premiere

After a decade of legal battles, the Friday the 13th universe has officially broken its curse with a new prequel series. Peacock and A24 have unleashed an eerie final trailer and clip for “Crystal Lake,” rebuilding the slasher mythos from the ground up under showrunner Brad Caleb Kane. Unlike the dilapidated wasteland seen in the original films, this prequel presents a thriving, functional 1970s camp before its tragic downfall. Stellar Cast and Nostalgic Slasher Lore Linda Cardellini anchors the story’s emotional core as a grieving Pamela Voorhees. Alongside her, William Catlett plays local authority figure Levon Brooks, while Callum Vinson portrays young Jason (first look). Legacy characters also return to flesh out the camp’s backstory, including Nick Cordileone, who takes over as the town’s doom-prophet, Crazy Ralph. The supporting cast also includes Devin Kessler, Gwendolyn Sundstrom, Cameron Scoggins, Joy Suprano, Danielle Kotch, and Phoenix Parnevik. Premiere Schedule and Expanded Universe The new “Crystal Lake” clip humorously lays out strict camp

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

It’s Time for Frightening Family Fun: ‘R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2’ is Streaming on Tubi

For families seeking frightening seasonal fun, Tubi’s upcoming Terror on Tubi event delivers a thrilling Halloween treat. Fans can grab popcorn, get comfortable, and watch R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2 as it expands the franchise’s eerie lore. To heighten the spooky excitement, horror royalty Cassandra Peterson, better known worldwide as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, joins the sequel’s cast. Peterson plays an ancient magic wielder named Cassandra, who holds the key to stopping sinister entities threatening the town of Redhaven. Horror Icons Unite for the Sequel Jem Garrard once again takes on writing and directing duties, helming the continuation after the success of the original 2025 release. The new narrative follows returning protagonists Sam and Becka as they race against time to stop the curse from reawakening. The franchise also began as an adaptation of a beloved episode from Stine’s popular television series The Haunting Hour. Expanding the Haunting Lore of Redhaven The original film follows Evan, a student fighting off

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

Sink Your Fangs into the Trailer for ‘Vampire Carnival’ Before It Hits VOD

Ahead of its release later this month, we have the trailer for Vampire Carnival, a horror film about a woman who must face her grief at a carnival filled with vampires. Film Synopsis and Central Premise Vampire Carnival follows a grieving young woman drawn to a mysterious traveling carnival that suddenly arrives in her small town. Initially, she is seduced by its eerie spectacle and the tempting promise of escape. But she soon discovers the carnival is a gateway to a hidden world where vampires feed on human despair rather than blood. Ultimately, she must confront her deep personal trauma or risk becoming the carnival’s next permanent attraction. The Cast and Creative Team The film boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Nell Verlaque (Thanksgiving), Jason Isaacs (The White Lotus), and Paulina Chávez (Landman). The project also features performances from Kieron Moore, Eoin Macken, Alicia Sanz, and Cedrick Cooper. Behind the camera, filmmakers David Charbonier and Justin Douglas Powell directed the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

Four Hour “Slasher Trash” Documentary Celebrates Grindhouse and Indie Killers

CREATORVC, the mastermind crew behind legendary horror retrospectives like In Search of Darkness and Aliens Expanded, is diving headfirst into horror’s gloriously filthy underbelly. They are gearing up to release their newest masterpiece, Slasher Trash. Forget mainstream studio darlings like Michael Myers or Jason Voorhees. Instead, this wild documentary celebrates the backyard slashers, forgotten oddities, and outrageous grindhouse shockers that gleefully ignored good taste. The ultimate celebration of low-budget gore and masked maniacs is officially running a limited final pre-sale from October 8th through midnight on November 2nd, 2026. Star-Studded Horror Royalty Speaks Clocking in at over four mammoth hours, the documentary features over thirty candid interviews with an elite lineup of genre icons and modern horror brilliant minds. Viewers can look forward to hilarious, gory tales from legendary directors like William Lustig and George Mihalka. Additionally, they’ll also hear from scream queens like Caroline Munro and Brinke Stevens. Contemporary fright favorites like Terrifier sensation David Howard Thornton and bestselling author

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

To Celebrate the Theatrical Release of ‘Verity,’ We’ve Got Two Clips to Share

Amazon MGM Studios is officially delivering Colleen Hoover’s explosive, bestselling psychological thriller Verity to theaters nationwide. Michael Showalter directs the film, based on a screenplay by Nick Antosca. This R-rated feature promises an intense cinematic exploration of obsession, deception, and shocking secrets. To celebrate the film’s theatrical debut, two chilling clips, Meeting Verity and Say Something, have been released. Dark Secrets Hidden Inside a Remote Estate The story centers on Lowen Ashleigh, played by Dakota Johnson, a struggling author hired to finish a massive book series for acclaimed writer Verity Crawford, portrayed by Anne Hathaway. After moving into Verity’s isolated estate to organize research, Lowen discovers an unpublished manuscript containing horrifying personal confessions. However, as Lowen grows closer to Verity’s husband, Jeremy (Josh Hartnett), she is drawn into a dangerous web of manipulation. A Powerhouse Lineup of Talent Behind the Scenes This dark thriller brings together an incredible creative team both in front of and behind the camera. Authors Colleen

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

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Following NYCC Debut ‘Play House’ Snagged by Blumhouse Atomic Monster

Filmmaker Nicolas Curcio is riding an incredible run after winning last year’s inaugural Fantastic Pitches competition. He brought his small-budget horror film Play House to this year’s festival and earned glowing reviews from early critics. Major Seven-Figure Studio Acquisition Building on that fantastic momentum, Focus Features and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster officially acquired the distribution rights for a 2027 release. According to Deadline, the distribution deal closed in the seven-figure range. As a result, Deadline reports the deal values the movie at least ten times its modest $100,000 production budget. Unsettling Analog Horror Premise Co-written by Curcio and Kirby Gladstein, the film follows a desperate young man. He tries to reclaim his past by renovating a crumbling house in a last-ditch effort to win back his ex-girlfriend. But his attempt at reconciliation takes a sinister turn when he stumbles upon a collection of forgotten VHS tapes. The tapes contain episodes of a strange, unaired television show from decades past. However, as he

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 11, 2026

Let the Season Three Trailer for “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches” Cast a Spell on You

The witches are officially returning to face historical horrors in “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches: Salem Coven.” AMC also dropped a brand-new teaser during its packed New York Comic Con panel, giving fans an exciting first look. The network also confirmed that the spooky third season will officially premiere on December 30. Dark Mythology and Historic Witchcraft Adapted from Anne Rice’s iconic novel trilogy, the upcoming season dives far deeper into classic witchcraft lore. The story relocates to the infamous town of Salem, Massachusetts. It weaves real-world trial history into the supernatural drama. As a result, viewers will meet powerful new spellbound families as ancient rituals clash directly with the modern world. Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team Returning series leads Alexandra Daddario, Harry Hamlin, Tongayi Chirisa, and Alyssa Jirrels welcome an impressive slate of newcomers. Michiel Huisman, Betsy Brandt, James Frain, and Eliza Scanlen also join the dark universe. Behind the scenes, acclaimed writer Thomas Schnauz joins original co-creator Esta Spalding as

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

Soldiers Face Off with a Supernatural Force in ‘The Awakening’ Trailer

Unlike typical genre films where naive, unprepared victims face terrifying monsters, the upcoming sci-fi action-horror film The Awakening focuses on a highly trained military squad ready for combat. Well Go USA revealed that the story follows an elite tactical unit that enters a Colombian jungle to eliminate a target. However, their routine operation quickly spirals into a gory nightmare when an ancient, curse-bearing force awakens in the darkness. Centuries earlier, a Spanish conquistador expedition faced a similar threat in the same territory. As a result, both groups across time must fight relentless, primeval terror to survive the jungle. Star-Studded Latin American Cast and Creative Legacy The feature boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Claudio Cataño (Pacific), Alejandro Buitrago (Narcos), and Andres Londono (Narcos: Mexico). The cast also includes Héctor Sánchez, Andrea Olaya, Quique Sanmartín, Jaisson Jeack, Carlos Mariño, Salvador Bridges, and Ricardo Leguizamo. Legendary horror filmmaker Jaime Osorio Marquez (The Squad) wrote and directed the movie, but tragically passed away

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

Blumfest Takes Over the Stage at New York Comic-Con: Here’s the Highlights

BlumFest returned to New York Comic-Con with a huge lineup of upcoming horror projects. And we’ve got the highlights so that you don’t miss a thing. Major Film Announcements and Casting News Host MatPat opened the panel alongside CEO Jason Blum, who thanked fans for supporting theatrical releases. Soon after, director Mike Flanagan introduced the intense trailer for The Exorcist: Martyrs, which looks fantastic. Furthermore, star Chiwetel Ejiofor joined Flanagan to discuss the highly anticipated movie. Director Rob Savage surprised the crowd by offering free tickets to tonight’s screening of Other Mommy. Additionally, he brought out LaKeith Stanfield to announce his lead role in Molepeople. Meanwhile, director Craig Zobel confirmed he is helming a feature adaptation of Something is Killing the Children. Blumhouse will develop the massive comic franchise into both a live-action film and an animated series. Creator Partnerships and Upcoming Thrillers Blumhouse also unveiled exciting production deals with digital storytellers during the presentation. Specifically, host MatPat will help

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

Behold: ‘The Exorcist: Martyrs’ Trailer Has Arrived

Universal has officially dropped the trailer for Mike Flanagan’s highly anticipated The Exorcist: Martyrs. And holy hell, it looks amazing, but it is from Flanagan, so you know it’s gonna be good. An Ensemble Cast Scarlett Johansson stars alongside Jacobi Jupe and Diane Lane. Furthermore, Sasha Calle and John Leguizamo join the ensemble cast. Flanagan also reunites with several frequent collaborators. Returning actors include Rahul Kohli, Hamish Linklater, Gil Bellows, Carl Lumbly, Robert Longstreet, and Matt Biedel. Samantha Sloyan, Kate Siegel, John Gallagher Jr., Benjamin Pajak, and Carla Gugino complete the impressive lineup. A Fresh Take on the Franchise The story focuses on NYPD Homicide Detective Julie Miller (Johansson). Miller arrests an infamous serial killer known as “Father Sunday,” played by John Leguizamo. After witnessing his execution, she experiences disturbing events as evil forces target her twelve-year-old son. Two priests, played by Chiwetel Ejiofor and Laurence Fishburne, step in as the case grows increasingly supernatural. Inspired by the third installment, The

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 10, 2026

New Clip Lays Out the Rules of “Crystal Lake” Ahead of This Week’s Premiere

After a decade of legal battles, the Friday the 13th universe has officially broken its curse with a new prequel series. Peacock and A24 have unleashed an eerie final trailer and clip for “Crystal Lake,” rebuilding the slasher mythos from the ground up under showrunner Brad Caleb Kane. Unlike the dilapidated wasteland seen in the original films, this prequel presents a thriving, functional 1970s camp before its tragic downfall. Stellar Cast and Nostalgic Slasher Lore Linda Cardellini anchors the story’s emotional core as a grieving Pamela Voorhees. Alongside her, William Catlett plays local authority figure Levon Brooks, while Callum Vinson portrays young Jason (first look). Legacy characters also return to flesh out the camp’s backstory, including Nick Cordileone, who takes over as the town’s doom-prophet, Crazy Ralph. The supporting cast also includes Devin Kessler, Gwendolyn Sundstrom, Cameron Scoggins, Joy Suprano, Danielle Kotch, and Phoenix Parnevik. Premiere Schedule and Expanded Universe The new “Crystal Lake” clip humorously lays out strict camp

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

It’s Time for Frightening Family Fun: ‘R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2’ is Streaming on Tubi

For families seeking frightening seasonal fun, Tubi’s upcoming Terror on Tubi event delivers a thrilling Halloween treat. Fans can grab popcorn, get comfortable, and watch R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2 as it expands the franchise’s eerie lore. To heighten the spooky excitement, horror royalty Cassandra Peterson, better known worldwide as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, joins the sequel’s cast. Peterson plays an ancient magic wielder named Cassandra, who holds the key to stopping sinister entities threatening the town of Redhaven. Horror Icons Unite for the Sequel Jem Garrard once again takes on writing and directing duties, helming the continuation after the success of the original 2025 release. The new narrative follows returning protagonists Sam and Becka as they race against time to stop the curse from reawakening. The franchise also began as an adaptation of a beloved episode from Stine’s popular television series The Haunting Hour. Expanding the Haunting Lore of Redhaven The original film follows Evan, a student fighting off

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

Sink Your Fangs into the Trailer for ‘Vampire Carnival’ Before It Hits VOD

Ahead of its release later this month, we have the trailer for Vampire Carnival, a horror film about a woman who must face her grief at a carnival filled with vampires. Film Synopsis and Central Premise Vampire Carnival follows a grieving young woman drawn to a mysterious traveling carnival that suddenly arrives in her small town. Initially, she is seduced by its eerie spectacle and the tempting promise of escape. But she soon discovers the carnival is a gateway to a hidden world where vampires feed on human despair rather than blood. Ultimately, she must confront her deep personal trauma or risk becoming the carnival’s next permanent attraction. The Cast and Creative Team The film boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Nell Verlaque (Thanksgiving), Jason Isaacs (The White Lotus), and Paulina Chávez (Landman). The project also features performances from Kieron Moore, Eoin Macken, Alicia Sanz, and Cedrick Cooper. Behind the camera, filmmakers David Charbonier and Justin Douglas Powell directed the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

Four Hour “Slasher Trash” Documentary Celebrates Grindhouse and Indie Killers

CREATORVC, the mastermind crew behind legendary horror retrospectives like In Search of Darkness and Aliens Expanded, is diving headfirst into horror’s gloriously filthy underbelly. They are gearing up to release their newest masterpiece, Slasher Trash. Forget mainstream studio darlings like Michael Myers or Jason Voorhees. Instead, this wild documentary celebrates the backyard slashers, forgotten oddities, and outrageous grindhouse shockers that gleefully ignored good taste. The ultimate celebration of low-budget gore and masked maniacs is officially running a limited final pre-sale from October 8th through midnight on November 2nd, 2026. Star-Studded Horror Royalty Speaks Clocking in at over four mammoth hours, the documentary features over thirty candid interviews with an elite lineup of genre icons and modern horror brilliant minds. Viewers can look forward to hilarious, gory tales from legendary directors like William Lustig and George Mihalka. Additionally, they’ll also hear from scream queens like Caroline Munro and Brinke Stevens. Contemporary fright favorites like Terrifier sensation David Howard Thornton and bestselling author

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026

To Celebrate the Theatrical Release of ‘Verity,’ We’ve Got Two Clips to Share

Amazon MGM Studios is officially delivering Colleen Hoover’s explosive, bestselling psychological thriller Verity to theaters nationwide. Michael Showalter directs the film, based on a screenplay by Nick Antosca. This R-rated feature promises an intense cinematic exploration of obsession, deception, and shocking secrets. To celebrate the film’s theatrical debut, two chilling clips, Meeting Verity and Say Something, have been released. Dark Secrets Hidden Inside a Remote Estate The story centers on Lowen Ashleigh, played by Dakota Johnson, a struggling author hired to finish a massive book series for acclaimed writer Verity Crawford, portrayed by Anne Hathaway. After moving into Verity’s isolated estate to organize research, Lowen discovers an unpublished manuscript containing horrifying personal confessions. However, as Lowen grows closer to Verity’s husband, Jeremy (Josh Hartnett), she is drawn into a dangerous web of manipulation. A Powerhouse Lineup of Talent Behind the Scenes This dark thriller brings together an incredible creative team both in front of and behind the camera. Authors Colleen

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026
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