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The Poohniverse, also known as the Twisted Childhood Universe (TCU), is a British horror film franchise created by Rhys Frake-Waterfield and produced by Jagged Edge Productions designed to darkly reimagine beloved children's characters as murderous villains The first film, Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey, was released in March 2023 Despite negative critical reception, it was a[...]

The casting director of the upcoming film Scream 7 shares a few insights into the casting process for the all-important Ghostface role.

For their latest brew, the company decided to dabble in tequila, as they created a horror-themed spirit called Macabre Spirits We got a chance to chat with Lillard about the new addition to their line and the work that went into making it. Image provided by Find Familiar Spirits, photo by Manfred Baumann BC: Hey Matthew, how[...]

After years of enhancing the horror genre, actor Bill Skarsgård is officially taking on the classic role of Count Orlok for the relaunch of Nosferatu, adding yet another feared character to his repertoire And after playing roles in popular gothic stories or horror favorites like IT, Hemlock Grove, The Crow, and even Barbarian, there couldn't[...]

Uncork'd Entertainment has unleashed the trailer for The Beast Inside, a powerful, female-driven horror film, on Digital and on Demand This demonic horror breaks new ground with its focus on a fierce female protagonist who refuses to be victimized by the dark forces that threaten her and her family It's a female-centered take on the[...]

In a time when major events in graphic novels are fewer and further between, Final Cut is such an event. A new graphic novel by Charles Burns is a big deal, and this is his first since Black Hole, an aching, quiet horror tragedy about teenage love, mental illness, and the limits of movies as an outlet[...]

After several years of wonderful cinematic horror stories, The Conjuring is gearing up to come to a close Now, as the cast begins to wrap up the next entry, star Vera Farmiga has taken to social media to reflect on the experiences Farmiga writes, "Roundabout 5000 days ago, this guy [Patrick Wilson] and I signed[...]

Fans of the classic horror-comedy franchise Tremors can rejoice as news has emerged that the original creators have reacquired the rights to their beloved series, paving the way for a new installment During a recent appearance at the 2nd Annual Tremors Fest in New Mexico, Tremors co-writer S.S Wilson revealed that he, Brent Maddock, and[...]

Damien Leone, the creator of the Terrifier series, has become known for his chilling and atmospheric horror films, captivating audiences with the character of Art the Clown, portrayed by David Howard Thornton So naturally, there's been an influx of fan theories and speculation surrounding some of the unknown aspects of the Terrifier lore However, at[...]

Horror hits 50 years old as The Texas Chainsaw celebrates the film's legendary yet bloody anniversary NECA is ready to celebrate this deadly film by unveiling a new Leatherface Ultimate figure that updates elements from previous figures Leatherface debuted back in 1974; he is a slasher who is almost a childlike man who has been[...]

Few ever get the chance to live on both sides of the spectrum regarding horror franchises, but Samantha Scaffidi was provided that golden opportunity in Damien Leone's Terrifier 3 As the protagonist in the 2016 original, her character Victoria Heyes was met with a tragic fate, becoming horrifically disfigured but locked up in a mental[...]

Kotobukiya is back to confuse the dream of horror collectors as they reissue their gender-swappable Freddy Krueger Bishoujo statue This Horror Bishoujo series helps to reimagine some iconic horror villains in a new light, including the infamous killer from A Nightmare on Elm Street Freddy is back and ready to seduce your dreams with the[...]

Producer Steve Barton is doing everything he can to champion and proliferate prospective horror filmmakers with big dreams of making them realized He's been able to achieve this with All Hallows' Eve Without the horror anthology film franchise, a collection of shorts, we wouldn't have seen the sensation that Damien Leone's Terrifier has become with[...]

The Scary Movie franchise has been a cornerstone of horror-comedy since its debut in 2000 Created by the Wayans brothers (Marlon, Shawn, and Keenen), the series parodied popular horror films, blending slapstick humor with clever satire The first two films, Scary Movie (2000) and Scary Movie 2 (2001), were particularly well-received for their hilarious take[...]

All Hallow's Eve, released in 2013, it introduced audiences to a nightmarish anthology of horror tales, each more chilling than the last The film's standout character, Art the Clown, quickly became an icon within the genre, captivating viewers through a series of interconnected stories, with Art serving as the thread that tied them all together. Following[...]

With the release of A24's upcoming horror film Heretic on the horizon, the film's co-writers and co-directors are already considering the possibility of a spiritual sequel While this is still just talk, it suggests that the film is set to be expansive with significant potential for future developments, even if it takes a little time[...]

The Saw franchise has become synonymous with gruesome yet ingeniously creative displays of horror, which have captivated genre fans for years Since the debut of the first film in 2004, the series has thrived across ten installments (with Saw XI coming next year), and each chapter only continues to push the boundaries of fear and[...]

Former Doctor Who showrunner and still uberfan Steven Moffat discusses the ways the series has created safe scares for children for decades.

Now, with the film dominating screens everywhere, the star of Smile 2 is revealing why she originally signed on to the horror project as well as details behind her first meeting with the mastermind helming the now infamous Smile franchise. When addressing her initial meeting with Smile filmmaker Parker Finn, Smile 2 star Naomi Scott reveals to[...]

Now, during New York Comic Con, Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum has revealed the project's current status, confirming that they are "working on the script" for the highly anticipated horror project. While speaking to ComicBook.com about the film, Blum then went on to elaborate, "You know, we don't put movies in the calendar until we have the[...]

Art the Clown has become a true modern-day horror icon as the deadly and gruesome slasher clown continues to kill First appearing in All Hallows' Eve (2013), Art was just a deranged serial killer who rested up in a black and white clown costume He would soon gain widespread popularity after the indie horror film[...]

Salem's Lot is known as a popular horror story by Stephen King, a mini-series, and more recently, a film that's been in development for over five years. Although the project was filmed in 2021, the release of Salem's Lot remained in limbo for more than two years before its recent drop via Max During a recent[...]

One of the core stars of the live-action Five Nights At Freddy's film shares a promising update about the status of the upcoming sequel.

In just a few days, Damien Leone's gruesome horror universe is set to return with Terrifier 3, taking a Christmas approach to the franchise's standard Halloween backdrop While we'll be getting a few favorites like Art the Clown or the second film's lead, Sienna, there's also the return of Vicky, whose role in the franchise[...]

Strange Harvest: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire director Stuart Ortiz and stars Peter Zizzo & Terri Apple on immersion, killer & more.

Katz and written by Simon Barrett, the new horror film Azrael stars Samara Weaving in a post-apocalyptic world as the titular character, Azrael, navigating a desolate landscape while being hunted by a devout, female-led community Now, after hitting theaters via IFC Films, the film's iconic leading actor is discussing why she wanted to join the[...]

Hold Your Breath is a psychological, historical horror film directed by Karrie Crouse and Will Joines It is intended to transport viewers to the 1930s Oklahoma Dust Bowl, a period marked by severe dust storms and economic hardship Now, the film's lead reveals how she prepared for her newest role in a genre-blending period piece. Hold[...]

The horror thriller follows Nancy (Jessica Belkin), a young waitress working the overnight shift alone at a rural roadside diner who finds herself in a fight for her life when a group of masked assailants terrorizes her With no one to turn to, she will do everything she can to survive the night, even if[...]

This is a new indie supernatural horror thriller from up-and-coming filmmakers Richard Karpala and Gabriel Bienczycki, set to be released in select theaters and on VOD nationwide on October 11, 2024 Takeaways? Don't go out to see a dead witch at night, and don't accidentally desecrate her body Those should be major life lessons! Poster art[...]

This trend is evident in films like Friday the 13th, Halloween, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Scream, and others that have garnered a cult following and critical acclaim over the years. The Babadook, 2014 In the case of the popular 2014 horror film The Babadook — despite its success and the potential for more, director Jennifer Kent has yet to move forward[...]