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Stephen King’s ‘Carrie’ Getting A New Series Adaptation

Stephen King’s Carrie is being adapted once again. With three adaptations of one of King’s most famous works already in existence, it was a bit of surprise when we learned via Collider that yeat another version is in the works. There is one difference, this time Carrie‘s getting a limited series from FX and MGM. There may be one change to the iconic character played in the past by Sissy Spacek, Angela Bettis, and Chloë Grace Moretz. According to Collider’s Jeff Sneider, Carrie White will likely this time be played by an actress of color or a trans actress. Though it’s still very early in the development process and there’s no script yet, sources say that this time around, telekinetic teen Carrie White will likely be played by either a trans performer or an actress of color rather than a cis white woman.” Sneider stated. King’s famous tale centers on Carrie White, a shy, high school outcast who has been

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 22, 2019
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BBC And Netflix’s New “Dracula” Trailer Oozes Blood, Horror, And Sex

For centuries, there has been one vampire that stands above all others, oozing a combination of horror and sex appeal, I’m of course talking about Dracula. The creators of “Sherlock” have resurrected the vampire for a new Netflix and BBC series starring Claes Bang (The Girl in the Spider’s Web). Today, we’ve got the new sexy, blood-drenched new BBC trailer and to be honest, it’s pretty damn hot. Don’t worry, it also has plenty of horror too. The three-episode 90-minute series, written and created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss, is a co-production of Netflix and BBC and is based on Bram Stoker’s classic tale. Set in Transylvania in 1897, the blood-drinking Count is drawing his plans against Victorian London. John Heffernan, Dolly Wells, Sacha Dhawan, Jonathan Aris, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, and Joanna Scanlan also star. The first episode premieres on BBC at 9 pm on January 1, 2020. The next airs on January 2nd, followed by the third and final

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 14, 2019
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First Look: Ethan Hawke Returns To “The Purge” Franchise

Ethan Hawke, star of 2013’s The Purge, returns as James Sandin in the season two finale of USA’s “The Purge.” Hawke stars as a security system salesman fighting to protect his family from home invaders during the annual Purge. James makes his appearance in the finale’s cold open, which flashes back to one week before the first national purge and the first time his high-tech security system is tested. Titled “7:01 AM,” the finale picks up as the purge rages while Esme, Ryan, Marcus, and Ben fight to stay alive and keep their loved ones safe. Tune in on Tuesday, December 17th at 9/8 C for the finale on the USA Network.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 10, 2019
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Shudder Announces Premiere Of New Original Series “The Dead Lands”

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural, announced today that its new original series “The Dead Lands”, a co-production with New Zealand’s TVNZ, will premiere with two episodes on Thursday, January 23rd, across all of Shudder’s territories (US, Canada, the UK, and Ireland). It will also air on TVNZ OnDemand in New Zealand immediately after its international debut. Subsequent episodes will premiere on both Shudder and TVNZ OnDemand weekly. “The Dead Lands” tells of a supernatural adventure set in a mythic Māori past, with an aesthetic that’s part Ash vs Evil Dead and part Xena: Warrior Princess. The series features a murdered Māori warrior, Waka Nuku Rau (Te Kohe Tuhaka), who’s sent back to the world of the living to redeem his sins. But the world Waka returns to is ravaged by a breach between Life and the Afterlife as the spirits of the newly dead now stalk the land and hunt the living. Waka

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 6, 2019
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Netflix & BBC’s “Dracula” Sinks Its Fangs Into A Release Date

From the makers of “Sherlock” comes “Dracula,” starring Claes Bang (The Girl in the Spider’s Web). And today, we’ve got the BBC premiere date. The three-episode 90-minute series, written and created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss, is a co-production of Netflix and BBC and is based on Bram Stoker’s classic tale. Set in Transylvania in 1897, the blood-drinking Count is drawing his plans against Victorian London. John Heffernan, Dolly Wells, Sacha Dhawan, Jonathan Aris, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, and Joanna Scanlan also star. The first episode premieres on BBC at 9 pm on January 1, 2020. The next airs on January 2nd, followed by the third and final episode on January 3rd. There is no word yet when “Dracula” will premiere on Netflix. The episode titles include “The Rules of the Beast,” “Blood Vessel” and “The Dark Compass.”

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 4, 2019
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Apple TV+ Renews “Servant” Ahead Of Season One Premiere

Apple TV+’s new series “Servant” is set to debut on the streaming service this week. Ahead of the premiere, the series has already been renewed for its second season. Producer and director M. Night Shyamalan made the announcement on The Tonight Show this weekend. Shyamalan directs several episodes in the first season, including the premiere. “Servant” follows a couple in mourning after an unspeakable tragedy creates a rift in their marriage, opening the door for a mysterious force to enter their lives. Lauren Ambrose, Nell Tiger Free, Rupert Grint, and Toby Kebbell star in the show created by Tony Basgallop. “Servant” premieres on Apple TV+ on November 28th.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 25, 2019
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A Battle Between Humans And Vampires Begins In The “V Wars” Trailer

The trailer has arrived for the new series “V Wars” starring Ian Somerhalder (The Vampire Diaries). Based on the best-selling books by Jonathan Maberry, the story follows a genetic outbreak that leads to the first war between vampires and humans. Dr. Luther Swann (Ian Somerhalder) enters a world of untold horror when a mysterious disease transforms his best friend, Michael Fayne (Adrian Holmes), into a murderous predator who feeds on other humans. As the disease spreads and more people are transformed, society fractures into opposing camps pitting normal people against the growing number of these “vampires.” Swann races against time to understand what’s happening, while Fayne rises to become the powerful underground leader of the vampires. Jacky Lai (Kaylee Vo), Peter Outerbridge (Calix Niklos), Kyle Breitkopf (Dez), Laura Vandervoort (Mila Dubov), and Kimberly-Sue Murray (Danika Dubov) also star. “V Wars” is produced by High Park Entertainment in association with IDW Entertainment. William Laurin, Glenn Davis, Brad Turner, Eric Birnberg, Thomas

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 19, 2019
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HBO Promo Reveals First Look At Jordan Peele’s “Lovecraft Country”

HBO has unveiled a new promo for the new and returning series coming out in 2020. In the video we get our first glimpse at Jordan Peele‘s upcoming series “Lovecraft Country.” Based on the 2016 novel by Matt Ruff, the series, written by Misha Green, centers on Atticus Black (Jonathan Majors), his friend Letitia (Jurnee Smollett-Bell), and his Uncle George as they embark on a road trip across 1950s Jim Crow America in search of his missing father. Thus begins a struggle to survive and overcome both the racist terrors of white America and the terrifying monsters that could be ripped from a Lovecraft paperback Michael Kenneth Williams, Abbey Lee, Tony Goldwyn, Jamie Harris, Courtney B. Vance, Wunmi Mosaku, Aunjanue Ellis, Erica Tazel, Jamie Chung, Jamie Neumann, Mac Brandt, and Jordan Patrick Smith star. “Lovecraft Country” is produced by Peele and his company Monkeypaw Productions, Misha Green and Warner Bros., and J.J. Abram’s Bad Robot.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2019
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First Two Stars Announced For Hulu’s “Monsterland”

The first casting news is here for Hulu‘s upcoming series “Monsterland.” Jonathan Tucker (Westworld, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, pictured above) and Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Them That Follow, pictured below) are set to star in the premiere episode. The series is based on Nathan Ballingrud’s short story collection “North American Monsters“, which we first reported back in May. The first eight episodes of the series will feature tales of encounters with mermaids, fallen angels and other strange beasts that drive broken people to desperate acts in an attempt to repair their lives, ultimately showing there is a thin line between man and monster. In the premiere episode, “Overwhelmed and underwater, teen mother Toni (Dever) is trapped in her dead-end life until a mysterious stranger shows her that escape is possible… but only if she’s willing to pay for it.” The series was created by Mary Laws (“Preacher”) who will serve as the series’ writer and executive producer. Lucan Toh will executive produce

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2019
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Netflix’s New Vamp Series “V Wars” Bares Its Teeth This December

Netflix is continuing to add to its horror library with its latest series “V Wars” which will bare its teeth this December. Ian Somerhalder (“Vampire Diaries”) stars as “Dr. Luther Swann, who enters a world of untold horror when a mysterious disease transforms his best friend, Michael Fayne (Adrian Holmes), into a murderous predator who feeds on other humans.” In the series, based on Jonathan Maberry’s best selling books, “As the disease spreads and more people are transformed, society fractures into opposing camps pitting normal people against the growing number of these ‘vampires. Swann races against time to understand what’s happening, while Fayne rises to become the powerful underground leader of the vampires.” The 10-episode vampire series also stars Jacky Lai, Peter Outerbridge, Kyle Breitkopf, Kimberly-Sue Murray, Greg Bryck, and Anthony Grant. “V Wars” premieres on Netflix on December 5, 2019. The trailer should arrive soon.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 31, 2019

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Stephen King’s ‘Carrie’ Getting A New Series Adaptation

Stephen King’s Carrie is being adapted once again. With three adaptations of one of King’s most famous works already in existence, it was a bit of surprise when we learned via Collider that yeat another version is in the works. There is one difference, this time Carrie‘s getting a limited series from FX and MGM. There may be one change to the iconic character played in the past by Sissy Spacek, Angela Bettis, and Chloë Grace Moretz. According to Collider’s Jeff Sneider, Carrie White will likely this time be played by an actress of color or a trans actress. Though it’s still very early in the development process and there’s no script yet, sources say that this time around, telekinetic teen Carrie White will likely be played by either a trans performer or an actress of color rather than a cis white woman.” Sneider stated. King’s famous tale centers on Carrie White, a shy, high school outcast who has been

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 22, 2019
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BBC And Netflix’s New “Dracula” Trailer Oozes Blood, Horror, And Sex

For centuries, there has been one vampire that stands above all others, oozing a combination of horror and sex appeal, I’m of course talking about Dracula. The creators of “Sherlock” have resurrected the vampire for a new Netflix and BBC series starring Claes Bang (The Girl in the Spider’s Web). Today, we’ve got the new sexy, blood-drenched new BBC trailer and to be honest, it’s pretty damn hot. Don’t worry, it also has plenty of horror too. The three-episode 90-minute series, written and created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss, is a co-production of Netflix and BBC and is based on Bram Stoker’s classic tale. Set in Transylvania in 1897, the blood-drinking Count is drawing his plans against Victorian London. John Heffernan, Dolly Wells, Sacha Dhawan, Jonathan Aris, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, and Joanna Scanlan also star. The first episode premieres on BBC at 9 pm on January 1, 2020. The next airs on January 2nd, followed by the third and final

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 14, 2019
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First Look: Ethan Hawke Returns To “The Purge” Franchise

Ethan Hawke, star of 2013’s The Purge, returns as James Sandin in the season two finale of USA’s “The Purge.” Hawke stars as a security system salesman fighting to protect his family from home invaders during the annual Purge. James makes his appearance in the finale’s cold open, which flashes back to one week before the first national purge and the first time his high-tech security system is tested. Titled “7:01 AM,” the finale picks up as the purge rages while Esme, Ryan, Marcus, and Ben fight to stay alive and keep their loved ones safe. Tune in on Tuesday, December 17th at 9/8 C for the finale on the USA Network.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 10, 2019
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Shudder Announces Premiere Of New Original Series “The Dead Lands”

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural, announced today that its new original series “The Dead Lands”, a co-production with New Zealand’s TVNZ, will premiere with two episodes on Thursday, January 23rd, across all of Shudder’s territories (US, Canada, the UK, and Ireland). It will also air on TVNZ OnDemand in New Zealand immediately after its international debut. Subsequent episodes will premiere on both Shudder and TVNZ OnDemand weekly. “The Dead Lands” tells of a supernatural adventure set in a mythic Māori past, with an aesthetic that’s part Ash vs Evil Dead and part Xena: Warrior Princess. The series features a murdered Māori warrior, Waka Nuku Rau (Te Kohe Tuhaka), who’s sent back to the world of the living to redeem his sins. But the world Waka returns to is ravaged by a breach between Life and the Afterlife as the spirits of the newly dead now stalk the land and hunt the living. Waka

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 6, 2019
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Netflix & BBC’s “Dracula” Sinks Its Fangs Into A Release Date

From the makers of “Sherlock” comes “Dracula,” starring Claes Bang (The Girl in the Spider’s Web). And today, we’ve got the BBC premiere date. The three-episode 90-minute series, written and created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss, is a co-production of Netflix and BBC and is based on Bram Stoker’s classic tale. Set in Transylvania in 1897, the blood-drinking Count is drawing his plans against Victorian London. John Heffernan, Dolly Wells, Sacha Dhawan, Jonathan Aris, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, and Joanna Scanlan also star. The first episode premieres on BBC at 9 pm on January 1, 2020. The next airs on January 2nd, followed by the third and final episode on January 3rd. There is no word yet when “Dracula” will premiere on Netflix. The episode titles include “The Rules of the Beast,” “Blood Vessel” and “The Dark Compass.”

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 4, 2019
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Apple TV+ Renews “Servant” Ahead Of Season One Premiere

Apple TV+’s new series “Servant” is set to debut on the streaming service this week. Ahead of the premiere, the series has already been renewed for its second season. Producer and director M. Night Shyamalan made the announcement on The Tonight Show this weekend. Shyamalan directs several episodes in the first season, including the premiere. “Servant” follows a couple in mourning after an unspeakable tragedy creates a rift in their marriage, opening the door for a mysterious force to enter their lives. Lauren Ambrose, Nell Tiger Free, Rupert Grint, and Toby Kebbell star in the show created by Tony Basgallop. “Servant” premieres on Apple TV+ on November 28th.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 25, 2019
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A Battle Between Humans And Vampires Begins In The “V Wars” Trailer

The trailer has arrived for the new series “V Wars” starring Ian Somerhalder (The Vampire Diaries). Based on the best-selling books by Jonathan Maberry, the story follows a genetic outbreak that leads to the first war between vampires and humans. Dr. Luther Swann (Ian Somerhalder) enters a world of untold horror when a mysterious disease transforms his best friend, Michael Fayne (Adrian Holmes), into a murderous predator who feeds on other humans. As the disease spreads and more people are transformed, society fractures into opposing camps pitting normal people against the growing number of these “vampires.” Swann races against time to understand what’s happening, while Fayne rises to become the powerful underground leader of the vampires. Jacky Lai (Kaylee Vo), Peter Outerbridge (Calix Niklos), Kyle Breitkopf (Dez), Laura Vandervoort (Mila Dubov), and Kimberly-Sue Murray (Danika Dubov) also star. “V Wars” is produced by High Park Entertainment in association with IDW Entertainment. William Laurin, Glenn Davis, Brad Turner, Eric Birnberg, Thomas

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 19, 2019
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HBO Promo Reveals First Look At Jordan Peele’s “Lovecraft Country”

HBO has unveiled a new promo for the new and returning series coming out in 2020. In the video we get our first glimpse at Jordan Peele‘s upcoming series “Lovecraft Country.” Based on the 2016 novel by Matt Ruff, the series, written by Misha Green, centers on Atticus Black (Jonathan Majors), his friend Letitia (Jurnee Smollett-Bell), and his Uncle George as they embark on a road trip across 1950s Jim Crow America in search of his missing father. Thus begins a struggle to survive and overcome both the racist terrors of white America and the terrifying monsters that could be ripped from a Lovecraft paperback Michael Kenneth Williams, Abbey Lee, Tony Goldwyn, Jamie Harris, Courtney B. Vance, Wunmi Mosaku, Aunjanue Ellis, Erica Tazel, Jamie Chung, Jamie Neumann, Mac Brandt, and Jordan Patrick Smith star. “Lovecraft Country” is produced by Peele and his company Monkeypaw Productions, Misha Green and Warner Bros., and J.J. Abram’s Bad Robot.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2019
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First Two Stars Announced For Hulu’s “Monsterland”

The first casting news is here for Hulu‘s upcoming series “Monsterland.” Jonathan Tucker (Westworld, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, pictured above) and Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Them That Follow, pictured below) are set to star in the premiere episode. The series is based on Nathan Ballingrud’s short story collection “North American Monsters“, which we first reported back in May. The first eight episodes of the series will feature tales of encounters with mermaids, fallen angels and other strange beasts that drive broken people to desperate acts in an attempt to repair their lives, ultimately showing there is a thin line between man and monster. In the premiere episode, “Overwhelmed and underwater, teen mother Toni (Dever) is trapped in her dead-end life until a mysterious stranger shows her that escape is possible… but only if she’s willing to pay for it.” The series was created by Mary Laws (“Preacher”) who will serve as the series’ writer and executive producer. Lucan Toh will executive produce

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2019
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Netflix’s New Vamp Series “V Wars” Bares Its Teeth This December

Netflix is continuing to add to its horror library with its latest series “V Wars” which will bare its teeth this December. Ian Somerhalder (“Vampire Diaries”) stars as “Dr. Luther Swann, who enters a world of untold horror when a mysterious disease transforms his best friend, Michael Fayne (Adrian Holmes), into a murderous predator who feeds on other humans.” In the series, based on Jonathan Maberry’s best selling books, “As the disease spreads and more people are transformed, society fractures into opposing camps pitting normal people against the growing number of these ‘vampires. Swann races against time to understand what’s happening, while Fayne rises to become the powerful underground leader of the vampires.” The 10-episode vampire series also stars Jacky Lai, Peter Outerbridge, Kyle Breitkopf, Kimberly-Sue Murray, Greg Bryck, and Anthony Grant. “V Wars” premieres on Netflix on December 5, 2019. The trailer should arrive soon.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 31, 2019
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