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Cassandra Peterson Casts a Spell on You in the First Look at ‘R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2’

Tubi’s upcoming Terror on Tubi event is set to deliver a major treat for fans with the arrival of R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2. Expanding the eerie lore, the streaming service has enlisted horror Royalty Cassandra Peterson, best known worldwide as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. Peterson steps into the shoes of an ancient magic wielder fittingly named Cassandra. Her character holds the key to understanding the sinister entities threatening the town of Redhaven, as well as the grim price required to hold them at bay. Delighted to collaborate with the famed children’s horror author, Peterson said playing the formidable mystic felt like a natural fit. “R.L. Stine and I have been in the business of scaring kids for a long time, so joining Pumpkinhead 2 was such a treat,” Peterson states. “Playing Cassandra was the perfect ‘witchy’ role for me.” Entertainment Weekly shared the first look at Peterson in action. We also get a glimpse at some of the horrors that

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 10, 2026

The Spanish Film That Hooked Wes Craven: ‘Before the Fall’ Landing on Shudder, Fully Restored

.A newly minted 4K restoration of Before the Fall hits home on the streaming service Shudder this month. It introduces a crucial chapter of modern Spanish suspense to a new wave of genre fans. After making a huge splash at the Berlin International Film Festival, the film caught the eye of horror royalty Wes Craven. He was actively developing an American remake before the project vanished into development history. Two Decades, One Shared DNA The 4K premiere creates a fitting double feature on Shudder, joining director F. Javier Gutiérrez’s recent festival darling The Wait, which has already been streaming on the platform. Though separated by nearly twenty years, the two features share a distinct thematic backbone. Both feature performances by lead actor Víctor Clavijo. Clavijo earned Best Actor honors at Screamfest for both roles. Gutiérrez views the films as companion pieces, describing them as distinct narratives that inhabit the same bleak universe to dissect the human spirit when pushed to its

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 8, 2026

Your Ultimate September Streaming Guide for Horrors and Thrillers

Spooky season arrives early this September as major streaming platforms expand their libraries with a massive influx of classic monsters, viral internet terror, and recent theatrical hits. So, grab a snack, get comfy, and watch something good. HBO Max HBO Max kicks off autumn with heavyweights from A24 and modern blockbusters, including the smash horror […]

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2026

Spoiler-Free Review: ‘Parasomnia’ is a Must-See Nightmare-Inducing Film

Watch the Review: . The boundaries of supernatural horror are about to be completely rewritten! Fresh off its haunting debut at the Overlook Film Festival, writer-director James Ross II’s feature film directorial debut, Parasomnia, is coming home. The film is an absolute triumph that will make you terrified to close your eyes. Landing exclusively on […]

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2026

Shudder Delivers the Trailer for Body Horror Film ‘Goody Goody’

Just when you thought childbirth couldn’t get any more terrifying, Shudder has unveiled the first trailer and official premiere date for its upcoming horror-thriller Goody Goody. The trailer teases deeply disturbing body horror and relentless atmospheric dread. Trapped in a Snowbound Birth Nightmare The film centers on a couple and their midwife. They settle into a false sense of security amid a prolonged, grueling home birth. When a howling blizzard strikes, it seals the house off from the outside world and transforms a cozy sanctuary into a suffocating, claustrophobic trap. With nowhere to run, the trio is forced to confront escalating, otherworldly complications. That suggests this impending delivery carries a far more sinister burden than ordinary medical distress. Folklore Roots and Veteran Genre Talent Steering the icy nightmare is writer and director Raymond Creamer, who weaves a lifelong obsession with regional folklore into the DNA of his filmmaking. Drawing quiet inspiration from legendary film scholar Donald Richie, Creamer builds a

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 30, 2026

The Nightmare-Inducing Trailer Drops for ‘Parasomnia’ Ahead of Shudder Premiere

The boundaries of fear are about to be rewritten as Parasomnia, the spine-chilling feature debut from writer-director James Ross II. Fresh off its haunting premiere at the Overlook Film Festival, this supernatural chiller promises to turn your dreams into nightmares. Where Dreams Become Real The narrative follows Riley, a young woman plagued by severe night terrors and anchored by a tragic history. Her fragile reality shatters completely when her best friend mysteriously vanishes. As the boundary between dreams and reality blurs, Riley comes to a horrifying realization: the demonic entity tormenting her sleep has manifested in the waking world. Jasmine Mathews leads an exceptional ensemble cast alongside RJ Brown, Sally Stewart, Stephen Barrington, Danny Brown, and Simon Longnight. Horror that will Keep You Up All Night Ross sets out to weaponize the inescapable vulnerability of sleep. It taps into universal fears while carving out a distinctly modern path for horror, culminating in intense experiences. Rather than delivering simple scares, the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 26, 2026

The Disturbing Trailer for ‘Breeder’ Turns Humans into Livestock

Alex Goyette makes his feature directorial debut with Breeder, a darkly hilarious yet deeply unsettling horror-thriller that releases in U.S. theaters this Fall via IFC Films and Shudder. Following its celebrated premiere at the Tribeca Festival in June, the film turns a bizarre premise into a claustrophobic nightmare. It’s a movie about human pedigree, trapped spaces, and genetic obsession. Poodles, Pedigrees, and Human Livestock The story centers on Russell (Daniel Doheny). He’s a broke MIT dropout desperate for cash who accepts a seemingly straightforward research job at a secluded ranch. The facility is owned by Patti (Dot-Marie Jones). She’s an eccentric champion poodle breeder who has spent her life engineering flawless canine bloodlines. However, Russell soon discovers the position is a sinister front. Patti has decided to expand her eugenics project beyond dogs. She’s eyeing Russell and her own daughter (Maddie Phillips) as subjects for her next selective-breeding experiment. Tribeca Buzz and Psychological Dread Rather than relying on cheap jump

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 26, 2026

Shudder is Treating Horror Fans to ‘Hallowarrior’ This October

Shudder is gearing up to unleash the post-apocalyptic thriller Hallowarrior. The film, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, is from Ben Sottak, making his feature directorial debut. Sugar, Spice, and Wasteland Warfare The film stars Hereditary breakout Milly Shapiro as Pumpkin. She is a solitary survivor navigating a barren wasteland following a catastrophic global plague. Believing herself to be the last living human on Earth, Pumpkin spends her Halloween quietly scavenging for meager supplies to honor her favorite holiday. However, that peaceful ritual is violently shattered when she runs into a gang of savage raiders. Led by the ruthless Thalia (Shannyn Sossamon, Sinister 2), the raiders arrive at her doorstep. Vastly outnumbered but dangerously resourceful, Pumpkin fights back with a lethal combination of sharp wit, heavy weaponry, and a few improvised sugary treats in a ferocious, gore-filled battle for survival. A Dream Team of Genre Favorites Beyond Shapiro and Sossamon, Hallowarrior boasts a stacked ensemble cast full of familiar

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 25, 2026

Music Icons Join Horror Royalty for Anthology ‘V/H/S/MIXTAPE’

Shudder has officially greenlit the ninth installment of its legendary found-footage franchise, and this time, the nightmare comes with a killer soundtrack. V/H/S/MIXTAPE is dropping exclusively on the horror streamer this October, pushing the series into uncharted, noise-drenched territory. Centered entirely around the sinister power of music, rhythm, and auditory obsession, the new anthology promises to weaponize sound to haunt, possess, and brutally dismantle audiences. Expect a chaotic mix of cosmic dread, as well as psychological mind games, outrageous splatter, and groundbreaking practical effects designed to shatter your eardrums and your sanity. Heavy Hitters Behind the Lens The roster of directors for V/H/S/MIXTAPE brings an extraordinary mix of cinematic titans and visionary creative talent to the table. Horror veteran Ernest Dickerson, hip-hop icon RZA, and French filmmaker David Moreau are each helming original horror segments. Adding unique flair to the mix, acclaimed director Renee Zhan is crafting a segment featuring custom, terrifying practical puppets built by the legendary Jim Henson’s

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 24, 2026

Movie Review/Rant: ‘Penny Lane Is Dead’ Is a Meanspirited Movie That Crosses the Line

Don’t feel like reading? Watch the review below. Classic genre cinema has taught us that a sweltering Australian summer night is the ultimate backdrop for absolute carnage. And writer-director Mia-Kate Russell leans hard into that bloody tradition with Penny Lane Is Dead. Set in 1986, the film follows the titular Penny Lane. She gathers with her best friends, Toni and Amy, to celebrate her college acceptance. What starts as a standard evening of teenage rebellion hits a violent wall when Penny’s deeply troubled cousin, Kat, decides to stage a cruel prank. A spiked cupcake and a night of partying spiral rapidly out of control, triggering a chaotic, blood-soaked night of betrayal, rage, and raw survival. The characters are brought to life by a commitment to retro atmosphere and an ensemble cast led by Sophia Wright-Mendelsohn, Tahlee Fereday, Alexandra Jensen, Bailey Spalding, Ben O’Toole, Steve Le Marquand, and Fletcher Humphrys. The Fine Line Between Dark Horror and Mean-Spirited Cruelty While the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 24, 2026

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Cassandra Peterson Casts a Spell on You in the First Look at ‘R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2’

Tubi’s upcoming Terror on Tubi event is set to deliver a major treat for fans with the arrival of R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2. Expanding the eerie lore, the streaming service has enlisted horror Royalty Cassandra Peterson, best known worldwide as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. Peterson steps into the shoes of an ancient magic wielder fittingly named Cassandra. Her character holds the key to understanding the sinister entities threatening the town of Redhaven, as well as the grim price required to hold them at bay. Delighted to collaborate with the famed children’s horror author, Peterson said playing the formidable mystic felt like a natural fit. “R.L. Stine and I have been in the business of scaring kids for a long time, so joining Pumpkinhead 2 was such a treat,” Peterson states. “Playing Cassandra was the perfect ‘witchy’ role for me.” Entertainment Weekly shared the first look at Peterson in action. We also get a glimpse at some of the horrors that

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 10, 2026

The Spanish Film That Hooked Wes Craven: ‘Before the Fall’ Landing on Shudder, Fully Restored

.A newly minted 4K restoration of Before the Fall hits home on the streaming service Shudder this month. It introduces a crucial chapter of modern Spanish suspense to a new wave of genre fans. After making a huge splash at the Berlin International Film Festival, the film caught the eye of horror royalty Wes Craven. He was actively developing an American remake before the project vanished into development history. Two Decades, One Shared DNA The 4K premiere creates a fitting double feature on Shudder, joining director F. Javier Gutiérrez’s recent festival darling The Wait, which has already been streaming on the platform. Though separated by nearly twenty years, the two features share a distinct thematic backbone. Both feature performances by lead actor Víctor Clavijo. Clavijo earned Best Actor honors at Screamfest for both roles. Gutiérrez views the films as companion pieces, describing them as distinct narratives that inhabit the same bleak universe to dissect the human spirit when pushed to its

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 8, 2026

Your Ultimate September Streaming Guide for Horrors and Thrillers

Spooky season arrives early this September as major streaming platforms expand their libraries with a massive influx of classic monsters, viral internet terror, and recent theatrical hits. So, grab a snack, get comfy, and watch something good. HBO Max HBO Max kicks off autumn with heavyweights from A24 and modern blockbusters, including the smash horror […]

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2026

Spoiler-Free Review: ‘Parasomnia’ is a Must-See Nightmare-Inducing Film

Watch the Review: . The boundaries of supernatural horror are about to be completely rewritten! Fresh off its haunting debut at the Overlook Film Festival, writer-director James Ross II’s feature film directorial debut, Parasomnia, is coming home. The film is an absolute triumph that will make you terrified to close your eyes. Landing exclusively on […]

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2026

Shudder Delivers the Trailer for Body Horror Film ‘Goody Goody’

Just when you thought childbirth couldn’t get any more terrifying, Shudder has unveiled the first trailer and official premiere date for its upcoming horror-thriller Goody Goody. The trailer teases deeply disturbing body horror and relentless atmospheric dread. Trapped in a Snowbound Birth Nightmare The film centers on a couple and their midwife. They settle into a false sense of security amid a prolonged, grueling home birth. When a howling blizzard strikes, it seals the house off from the outside world and transforms a cozy sanctuary into a suffocating, claustrophobic trap. With nowhere to run, the trio is forced to confront escalating, otherworldly complications. That suggests this impending delivery carries a far more sinister burden than ordinary medical distress. Folklore Roots and Veteran Genre Talent Steering the icy nightmare is writer and director Raymond Creamer, who weaves a lifelong obsession with regional folklore into the DNA of his filmmaking. Drawing quiet inspiration from legendary film scholar Donald Richie, Creamer builds a

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 30, 2026

The Nightmare-Inducing Trailer Drops for ‘Parasomnia’ Ahead of Shudder Premiere

The boundaries of fear are about to be rewritten as Parasomnia, the spine-chilling feature debut from writer-director James Ross II. Fresh off its haunting premiere at the Overlook Film Festival, this supernatural chiller promises to turn your dreams into nightmares. Where Dreams Become Real The narrative follows Riley, a young woman plagued by severe night terrors and anchored by a tragic history. Her fragile reality shatters completely when her best friend mysteriously vanishes. As the boundary between dreams and reality blurs, Riley comes to a horrifying realization: the demonic entity tormenting her sleep has manifested in the waking world. Jasmine Mathews leads an exceptional ensemble cast alongside RJ Brown, Sally Stewart, Stephen Barrington, Danny Brown, and Simon Longnight. Horror that will Keep You Up All Night Ross sets out to weaponize the inescapable vulnerability of sleep. It taps into universal fears while carving out a distinctly modern path for horror, culminating in intense experiences. Rather than delivering simple scares, the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 26, 2026

The Disturbing Trailer for ‘Breeder’ Turns Humans into Livestock

Alex Goyette makes his feature directorial debut with Breeder, a darkly hilarious yet deeply unsettling horror-thriller that releases in U.S. theaters this Fall via IFC Films and Shudder. Following its celebrated premiere at the Tribeca Festival in June, the film turns a bizarre premise into a claustrophobic nightmare. It’s a movie about human pedigree, trapped spaces, and genetic obsession. Poodles, Pedigrees, and Human Livestock The story centers on Russell (Daniel Doheny). He’s a broke MIT dropout desperate for cash who accepts a seemingly straightforward research job at a secluded ranch. The facility is owned by Patti (Dot-Marie Jones). She’s an eccentric champion poodle breeder who has spent her life engineering flawless canine bloodlines. However, Russell soon discovers the position is a sinister front. Patti has decided to expand her eugenics project beyond dogs. She’s eyeing Russell and her own daughter (Maddie Phillips) as subjects for her next selective-breeding experiment. Tribeca Buzz and Psychological Dread Rather than relying on cheap jump

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 26, 2026

Shudder is Treating Horror Fans to ‘Hallowarrior’ This October

Shudder is gearing up to unleash the post-apocalyptic thriller Hallowarrior. The film, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, is from Ben Sottak, making his feature directorial debut. Sugar, Spice, and Wasteland Warfare The film stars Hereditary breakout Milly Shapiro as Pumpkin. She is a solitary survivor navigating a barren wasteland following a catastrophic global plague. Believing herself to be the last living human on Earth, Pumpkin spends her Halloween quietly scavenging for meager supplies to honor her favorite holiday. However, that peaceful ritual is violently shattered when she runs into a gang of savage raiders. Led by the ruthless Thalia (Shannyn Sossamon, Sinister 2), the raiders arrive at her doorstep. Vastly outnumbered but dangerously resourceful, Pumpkin fights back with a lethal combination of sharp wit, heavy weaponry, and a few improvised sugary treats in a ferocious, gore-filled battle for survival. A Dream Team of Genre Favorites Beyond Shapiro and Sossamon, Hallowarrior boasts a stacked ensemble cast full of familiar

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 25, 2026

Music Icons Join Horror Royalty for Anthology ‘V/H/S/MIXTAPE’

Shudder has officially greenlit the ninth installment of its legendary found-footage franchise, and this time, the nightmare comes with a killer soundtrack. V/H/S/MIXTAPE is dropping exclusively on the horror streamer this October, pushing the series into uncharted, noise-drenched territory. Centered entirely around the sinister power of music, rhythm, and auditory obsession, the new anthology promises to weaponize sound to haunt, possess, and brutally dismantle audiences. Expect a chaotic mix of cosmic dread, as well as psychological mind games, outrageous splatter, and groundbreaking practical effects designed to shatter your eardrums and your sanity. Heavy Hitters Behind the Lens The roster of directors for V/H/S/MIXTAPE brings an extraordinary mix of cinematic titans and visionary creative talent to the table. Horror veteran Ernest Dickerson, hip-hop icon RZA, and French filmmaker David Moreau are each helming original horror segments. Adding unique flair to the mix, acclaimed director Renee Zhan is crafting a segment featuring custom, terrifying practical puppets built by the legendary Jim Henson’s

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 24, 2026

Movie Review/Rant: ‘Penny Lane Is Dead’ Is a Meanspirited Movie That Crosses the Line

Don’t feel like reading? Watch the review below. Classic genre cinema has taught us that a sweltering Australian summer night is the ultimate backdrop for absolute carnage. And writer-director Mia-Kate Russell leans hard into that bloody tradition with Penny Lane Is Dead. Set in 1986, the film follows the titular Penny Lane. She gathers with her best friends, Toni and Amy, to celebrate her college acceptance. What starts as a standard evening of teenage rebellion hits a violent wall when Penny’s deeply troubled cousin, Kat, decides to stage a cruel prank. A spiked cupcake and a night of partying spiral rapidly out of control, triggering a chaotic, blood-soaked night of betrayal, rage, and raw survival. The characters are brought to life by a commitment to retro atmosphere and an ensemble cast led by Sophia Wright-Mendelsohn, Tahlee Fereday, Alexandra Jensen, Bailey Spalding, Ben O’Toole, Steve Le Marquand, and Fletcher Humphrys. The Fine Line Between Dark Horror and Mean-Spirited Cruelty While the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 24, 2026
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