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Syfy Announces Cast For Upcoming ‘Nightflyers’ Series

Earlier today, Syfy announced that they have picked up the ‘Nightflyers’ series written by Jeff Buhler (Jacob’s Ladder), based on both George R. R. Martin’s novella and the 1987 film of the same name. They also announced the cast that includes ‘Boardwalk Empire’ actress Gretchen Mol, will co-star alongside Eoin Macken, David Ajala, Sam Strike, Maya Eshet, Angus Sampson, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Brían F. O’Byrne. From the Press Release: Universal City, CA – January 4, 2018 — SYFY today announced a series pickup for NIGHTFLYERS, based on author George R.R. Martin’s novella and the 1987 film of the same name. Jeff Buhler (“Jacob’s Ladder”) wrote the adaptation for television and will executive produce alongside Daniel Cerone (“The Blacklist”) who will also serve as showrunner. Martin will also executive produce, along with Gene Klein (“Suits”), David Bartis (“Suits”) and Doug Liman (“Live. Die. Repeat”) of Hypnotic; Alison Rosenzweig (“Jacob’s Ladder,” “Windtalkers”) and Michael Gaeta (“Jacob’s Ladder”) of Gaeta Rosenzweig Films; Lloyd

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 4, 2018
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‘Z Nation’ Renewed For Season 5

Last night on Syfy fans witnessed ‘Z Nation’s’ season 4 finale. Don’t worry, we’re not going to give out any spoilers. We will, however, tell you some great news, the zombie series has been renewed for its fifth season! That’s right, the journey continues. The news came via The Asylum’s David Latt’s Twitter account just ahead of the two-hour finale. THANK YOU #ZNATION FANS – WE'VE BEEN RENEWED FOR A 5TH SEASON!How could @SYFY say no? #ITSAFANTHING !Cast & Crew: See you on the set in 2018!To All: Enjoy tonight's 2 HOUR SEASON FINALE & #LiveTweet with us! Z Giveaways!@theasylumcc @unrealkarl @craigengler pic.twitter.com/d55xb8xs5h — David Michael Latt (@DavidMLatt) December 15, 2017 The synopsis of the finale: “In the mind-bending two-hour Season 4 finale, Warren and the team must stop Zona from launching operation Black Rainbow, which will cleanse the landscape of both zombies and humans. In Part 2 the secret of Warren’s Black Rainbow dream is unlocked when they reach

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 16, 2017
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Two New Horror Series Coming From Master Of Horror John Carpenter

Horror fans, you’re going to want to sit down for this. Two new series, titled Tales for a Halloween Night and Nightside, have entered development from master of horror John Carpenter. Both series will be executive produced by Carpenter and his wife and partner Sandy King under the banner of their company Storm King Productions, in conjunction with Universal Cable Productions. From the Press Release: UNIVERSAL CITY, CA- July 6, 2017– Universal Cable Productions (UCP) today announced an overall development deal with John Carpenter, the celebrated director of horror films including Halloween, The Thing, and Escape from New York. Under the new deal, Carpenter will executive produce scripted programming with UCP for the NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment portfolio, as well as for external networks and streaming services, along with his producing partner, Sandy King, under their Storm King Productions banner. The announcement was made today by Dawn Olmstead, Executive Vice President, Development at UCP. “John Carpenter is an incredible creator whose

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 6, 2017
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The ‘Tremors’ TV series Finds A Home On The Syfy Channel

Back last year we reported that Kevin Bacon would be reprising his role as Valentine McKee in a Tremors series. Bacon confirmed to Screen Daily that the show, which Bacon will also executive produce, has found a home on the Syfy channel. The plot for the show has not been revealed, but we do know that it will return to the original setting, Perfection, Nevada. The series is from Universal Cable Productions and Blumhouse. Andrew Miller (The Secret Circle) will pen the script. From the Press Release: UNIVERSAL CITY, CA — June 26, 2017 — SYFY announced today that TREMORS, starring Kevin Bacon reprising his original role from the 1990 film of the same name, has been ordered to pilot. From Universal Cable Productions, the drama was written by Andrew Miller (“The Secret Circle”), who will also serve as showrunner and executive producer along with Bacon and David Schiff (“Southpaw”) in association with Blumhouse Television. “This is the only character

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 27, 2017
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Syfy Unleashes New Trailer For Season 2 Of WYNONNA EARP

The insane finale of Wynonna Earp left fans sitting on the edge of their seats. Luckily, we won’t have to wait too much longer for the action-filled series to return. In fact, Syfy has just unveiled the first key art and a brand new trailer for season two. Season one centered on Wynonna Earp (Melanie Scrofano), aided by her sister Waverly (Dominique Provost-Chalkley), Agent Dolls (Shamier Anderson), and the legendary gunslinger Doc Holliday (Tim Rozon) in an attempt to avenge her father’s death and put down the revanants/demons that are raising hell in her home town. There are a lot of crises of identity across the board,” Showrunner Emily Andras said. “We’re going to look at the idea of free will this season, because a lot of our characters are thrust into situations where they don’t feel like they’re making their own decisions.” This season’s 12 episodes are ‘Steel Bars and Stone Walls’, ‘Shed Your Skin’, ‘Gonna Getcha Good, She

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 25, 2017
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Syfy Adapting George R. R. Martin’s NIGHTFLYERS For New Series

With Syfy approaching their 25th anniversary, they are aiming to celebrate by upgrading their content by “doubling down on premium original programming”. One of the new “premium” programs is the series adaption of George R. R. Martin’s supernatural novella Nightflyers. Published in 1980, the story, which was adapted for the 1987 film by the same name, is set in the future on the eve of earth’s destruction. A crew of 8 scientists aboard the possessed ship “The Nightflyer” are on a mission to intercept a mysterious alien spacecraft that may hold the key to their survival. As they approach their destination, they suspect that the ship’s artificial intelligence and their mysterious captain may be steering them towards unspeakable horrors. The Midnight Meat Train’s Jeff Buhler will write the adaption. Robert Jaffee who produced the 1987 film, will produce the series along with Gene Klein (Suits), David Bartis (Mr. and Mrs. Smith), Michael Gaeta (Jacob’s Ladder), Alison Rosenzweig (Jacob’s Ladder), and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 12, 2017
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Batten Down The Hatches, SHARKNADO 5 Makes Landfall This Summer

Syfy’s Sharknado franchise has always brought in killer ratings for Syfy. For fans, the over the top special effects and the huge number of stars that make cameos in each film make the franchise a favorite. Fans will be excited to learn that Sharknado 5 will be coming our way this August, from returning director Anthony C. Ferrante, based on the script by Scotty Mullen. Ian Ziering and Tara Reid will reprise their roles as shark slaying masters Fin and April. With much of America lying in ruins, the rest of the world braces for a global sharknado, Fin and the rest of his family must travel around the world to stop them. Cassandra Scerbo, Masiela Lusha, Cody Linley, David Naughton, Russell Hodgkinson, Jena Sims, Daniel Eghan, Benny Bereal, Jag Patel, and Kate Garraway are just a few of the stars that will make an appearance. More names should be announced as the sequel approaches its premiere. Batten down the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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Stake Land 2 Premieres Tonight On The Syfy Channel

Many horror fans will remember 2010’s apocalyptic vampire film ‘Stake Land’. This weekend the sequel, ‘Stake Land 2’, will finally be unleashed on the Syfy channel. Nick Damici, who also penned the film, will reprise his role as “Mister”. Connor Paolo will also be back as Martin. Directed by the duo of Dan Berk and Robert Olsen, picks up a few years after the events in the first film. Laura Abramsen, AC Peterson, Kristina Hughes, Bonnie Dennison and Steven Williams will co-star. “When his home of New Eden is destroyed by a revitalized Brotherhood and its new Vamp leader, Martin finds himself alone in the badlands of America with only the distant memory of his mentor and legendary vampire hunter, Mister, to guide him. Roaming the wilderness of a steadily decaying country, Martin goes in search of the one man who can help him get revenge. Once reunited, Mister and Martin prepare to battle a now-ravenous Brotherhood and its monstrous

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 15, 2016
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Watch Out For SyFy’s New Creature Feature, ‘Lavalantula’

Arachnophobia sufferers would like to think nothing worse could exist than your everyday spider, but things could be much worse. Imagine, if you will, a legion of giant lava spewing spiders, that’s exactly what The SyFy’s Channel’s latest creature feature, ‘Lavalantula’, is all about. On Saturday July 25th at 9 p.m., your screen will witness a swarm of Lavantulas emerge for an ancient volcano in the mountains of Santa Monica. Los Angeles lies right in the path of the blood thirsty, lava spewing creatures. It’s up to actors Steve Guttenberg, Leslie Easterbrook, Michael Winslow, Nia Peebles and Ralph Garman to stop the creatures and save the day.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 11, 2015
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Wes Craven Adapting ‘The People Under The Stairs’ For A New Show

Wes Craven is a true master of horror. He’s recognized for many of his movies, like ‘Nightmare on Elm Street’, ‘The Hills Have Eyes’ and ‘Scream’, but he has a lesser known movie titled ‘The People Under the Stairs’. 1991’s ‘The People Under The Stairs’ follows two men and a young boy as they break into a house. After one man goes in and doesn’t return, the other man and the boy, Fool and Leroy break into the house to find him and discover pale, people locked under the stairs. Wes Craven has signed on as executive producer for an adaption of ‘The People Under The Stairs’ as a series for the SyFy Channel. Michael Reisz is set to write the series.The show will tell the story of a young woman who’s search of an old manor reveals a centuries old secret. The premier date for the series has not been announced.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 20, 2015

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Syfy Announces Cast For Upcoming ‘Nightflyers’ Series

Earlier today, Syfy announced that they have picked up the ‘Nightflyers’ series written by Jeff Buhler (Jacob’s Ladder), based on both George R. R. Martin’s novella and the 1987 film of the same name. They also announced the cast that includes ‘Boardwalk Empire’ actress Gretchen Mol, will co-star alongside Eoin Macken, David Ajala, Sam Strike, Maya Eshet, Angus Sampson, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Brían F. O’Byrne. From the Press Release: Universal City, CA – January 4, 2018 — SYFY today announced a series pickup for NIGHTFLYERS, based on author George R.R. Martin’s novella and the 1987 film of the same name. Jeff Buhler (“Jacob’s Ladder”) wrote the adaptation for television and will executive produce alongside Daniel Cerone (“The Blacklist”) who will also serve as showrunner. Martin will also executive produce, along with Gene Klein (“Suits”), David Bartis (“Suits”) and Doug Liman (“Live. Die. Repeat”) of Hypnotic; Alison Rosenzweig (“Jacob’s Ladder,” “Windtalkers”) and Michael Gaeta (“Jacob’s Ladder”) of Gaeta Rosenzweig Films; Lloyd

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 4, 2018
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‘Z Nation’ Renewed For Season 5

Last night on Syfy fans witnessed ‘Z Nation’s’ season 4 finale. Don’t worry, we’re not going to give out any spoilers. We will, however, tell you some great news, the zombie series has been renewed for its fifth season! That’s right, the journey continues. The news came via The Asylum’s David Latt’s Twitter account just ahead of the two-hour finale. THANK YOU #ZNATION FANS – WE'VE BEEN RENEWED FOR A 5TH SEASON!How could @SYFY say no? #ITSAFANTHING !Cast & Crew: See you on the set in 2018!To All: Enjoy tonight's 2 HOUR SEASON FINALE & #LiveTweet with us! Z Giveaways!@theasylumcc @unrealkarl @craigengler pic.twitter.com/d55xb8xs5h — David Michael Latt (@DavidMLatt) December 15, 2017 The synopsis of the finale: “In the mind-bending two-hour Season 4 finale, Warren and the team must stop Zona from launching operation Black Rainbow, which will cleanse the landscape of both zombies and humans. In Part 2 the secret of Warren’s Black Rainbow dream is unlocked when they reach

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 16, 2017
Horror Fuel

Two New Horror Series Coming From Master Of Horror John Carpenter

Horror fans, you’re going to want to sit down for this. Two new series, titled Tales for a Halloween Night and Nightside, have entered development from master of horror John Carpenter. Both series will be executive produced by Carpenter and his wife and partner Sandy King under the banner of their company Storm King Productions, in conjunction with Universal Cable Productions. From the Press Release: UNIVERSAL CITY, CA- July 6, 2017– Universal Cable Productions (UCP) today announced an overall development deal with John Carpenter, the celebrated director of horror films including Halloween, The Thing, and Escape from New York. Under the new deal, Carpenter will executive produce scripted programming with UCP for the NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment portfolio, as well as for external networks and streaming services, along with his producing partner, Sandy King, under their Storm King Productions banner. The announcement was made today by Dawn Olmstead, Executive Vice President, Development at UCP. “John Carpenter is an incredible creator whose

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 6, 2017
Horror Fuel

The ‘Tremors’ TV series Finds A Home On The Syfy Channel

Back last year we reported that Kevin Bacon would be reprising his role as Valentine McKee in a Tremors series. Bacon confirmed to Screen Daily that the show, which Bacon will also executive produce, has found a home on the Syfy channel. The plot for the show has not been revealed, but we do know that it will return to the original setting, Perfection, Nevada. The series is from Universal Cable Productions and Blumhouse. Andrew Miller (The Secret Circle) will pen the script. From the Press Release: UNIVERSAL CITY, CA — June 26, 2017 — SYFY announced today that TREMORS, starring Kevin Bacon reprising his original role from the 1990 film of the same name, has been ordered to pilot. From Universal Cable Productions, the drama was written by Andrew Miller (“The Secret Circle”), who will also serve as showrunner and executive producer along with Bacon and David Schiff (“Southpaw”) in association with Blumhouse Television. “This is the only character

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 27, 2017
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Syfy Unleashes New Trailer For Season 2 Of WYNONNA EARP

The insane finale of Wynonna Earp left fans sitting on the edge of their seats. Luckily, we won’t have to wait too much longer for the action-filled series to return. In fact, Syfy has just unveiled the first key art and a brand new trailer for season two. Season one centered on Wynonna Earp (Melanie Scrofano), aided by her sister Waverly (Dominique Provost-Chalkley), Agent Dolls (Shamier Anderson), and the legendary gunslinger Doc Holliday (Tim Rozon) in an attempt to avenge her father’s death and put down the revanants/demons that are raising hell in her home town. There are a lot of crises of identity across the board,” Showrunner Emily Andras said. “We’re going to look at the idea of free will this season, because a lot of our characters are thrust into situations where they don’t feel like they’re making their own decisions.” This season’s 12 episodes are ‘Steel Bars and Stone Walls’, ‘Shed Your Skin’, ‘Gonna Getcha Good, She

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 25, 2017
Horror Fuel

Syfy Adapting George R. R. Martin’s NIGHTFLYERS For New Series

With Syfy approaching their 25th anniversary, they are aiming to celebrate by upgrading their content by “doubling down on premium original programming”. One of the new “premium” programs is the series adaption of George R. R. Martin’s supernatural novella Nightflyers. Published in 1980, the story, which was adapted for the 1987 film by the same name, is set in the future on the eve of earth’s destruction. A crew of 8 scientists aboard the possessed ship “The Nightflyer” are on a mission to intercept a mysterious alien spacecraft that may hold the key to their survival. As they approach their destination, they suspect that the ship’s artificial intelligence and their mysterious captain may be steering them towards unspeakable horrors. The Midnight Meat Train’s Jeff Buhler will write the adaption. Robert Jaffee who produced the 1987 film, will produce the series along with Gene Klein (Suits), David Bartis (Mr. and Mrs. Smith), Michael Gaeta (Jacob’s Ladder), Alison Rosenzweig (Jacob’s Ladder), and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 12, 2017
Horror Fuel

Batten Down The Hatches, SHARKNADO 5 Makes Landfall This Summer

Syfy’s Sharknado franchise has always brought in killer ratings for Syfy. For fans, the over the top special effects and the huge number of stars that make cameos in each film make the franchise a favorite. Fans will be excited to learn that Sharknado 5 will be coming our way this August, from returning director Anthony C. Ferrante, based on the script by Scotty Mullen. Ian Ziering and Tara Reid will reprise their roles as shark slaying masters Fin and April. With much of America lying in ruins, the rest of the world braces for a global sharknado, Fin and the rest of his family must travel around the world to stop them. Cassandra Scerbo, Masiela Lusha, Cody Linley, David Naughton, Russell Hodgkinson, Jena Sims, Daniel Eghan, Benny Bereal, Jag Patel, and Kate Garraway are just a few of the stars that will make an appearance. More names should be announced as the sequel approaches its premiere. Batten down the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
Horror Fuel

Stake Land 2 Premieres Tonight On The Syfy Channel

Many horror fans will remember 2010’s apocalyptic vampire film ‘Stake Land’. This weekend the sequel, ‘Stake Land 2’, will finally be unleashed on the Syfy channel. Nick Damici, who also penned the film, will reprise his role as “Mister”. Connor Paolo will also be back as Martin. Directed by the duo of Dan Berk and Robert Olsen, picks up a few years after the events in the first film. Laura Abramsen, AC Peterson, Kristina Hughes, Bonnie Dennison and Steven Williams will co-star. “When his home of New Eden is destroyed by a revitalized Brotherhood and its new Vamp leader, Martin finds himself alone in the badlands of America with only the distant memory of his mentor and legendary vampire hunter, Mister, to guide him. Roaming the wilderness of a steadily decaying country, Martin goes in search of the one man who can help him get revenge. Once reunited, Mister and Martin prepare to battle a now-ravenous Brotherhood and its monstrous

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 15, 2016
Horror Fuel

Watch Out For SyFy’s New Creature Feature, ‘Lavalantula’

Arachnophobia sufferers would like to think nothing worse could exist than your everyday spider, but things could be much worse. Imagine, if you will, a legion of giant lava spewing spiders, that’s exactly what The SyFy’s Channel’s latest creature feature, ‘Lavalantula’, is all about. On Saturday July 25th at 9 p.m., your screen will witness a swarm of Lavantulas emerge for an ancient volcano in the mountains of Santa Monica. Los Angeles lies right in the path of the blood thirsty, lava spewing creatures. It’s up to actors Steve Guttenberg, Leslie Easterbrook, Michael Winslow, Nia Peebles and Ralph Garman to stop the creatures and save the day.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 11, 2015
Horror Fuel

Wes Craven Adapting ‘The People Under The Stairs’ For A New Show

Wes Craven is a true master of horror. He’s recognized for many of his movies, like ‘Nightmare on Elm Street’, ‘The Hills Have Eyes’ and ‘Scream’, but he has a lesser known movie titled ‘The People Under the Stairs’. 1991’s ‘The People Under The Stairs’ follows two men and a young boy as they break into a house. After one man goes in and doesn’t return, the other man and the boy, Fool and Leroy break into the house to find him and discover pale, people locked under the stairs. Wes Craven has signed on as executive producer for an adaption of ‘The People Under The Stairs’ as a series for the SyFy Channel. Michael Reisz is set to write the series.The show will tell the story of a young woman who’s search of an old manor reveals a centuries old secret. The premier date for the series has not been announced.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 20, 2015