Horror

Elisabeth Moss (The Invisible Man) finds herself embarking on a scary new beauty treatment in Shell, the upcoming body horror dark comedy from director Max Minghella. We can exclusively unveil the new poster that teases some of the madness ahead of the film’s world premiere at TIFF. If the poster below is any indication, someone

Mike Flanagan succeeds outside of horror with ‘The Life of Chuck,’ a heartbreaking and inter-dimensional adaptation of Stephen King’s novella. View original source here.

There was a period in the ’80s and early ’90s when horror movies were purulent. Whether it be Dead Alive, Rabid Grannies, or even The Thing, goopiness was being produced by the gallons inside practical effects workshops. So too was a little movie called The Boneyard. But you may have missed it. It’s not as well-recognized as the others

The big new release for the week is of course Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, but that’s just one of six brand new genre movies now available in theaters and/or at home this week. Brandy (I Still Know What You Did Last Summer) returns to horror in the new A24 horror movie The Front Room, which was just released

CRIMSON PEAK, director Guillermo del Toro, on set, 2015. ph: Kerry Hayes/©Universal Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection During Covid lockdown, Guillermo del Toro tweeted a prompt asking: “What are you reading? What are you watching? What are you listening to? And How many days have you been indoors?” The Crimson Peak director shared that he had been

It may have taken an eternity, but the new Salem’s Lot adaptation is nearly upon us. For better or worse, the film will be presented on Max on October 11th, 2024. The film has faced numerous delays, and information about the retelling has been somewhat sparse until recently. However, a new clip dropped today that promises to

A month after giving fans a taste of the final game, indie developer Steelkrill Studio has announced that their toddler horror game Baby Blues Nightmares will arrive on Steam on September 16 for $12.99. The demo is still available for those wanting to check out the game’s unique setting and mechanics. Baby Blues Nightmares cast

Christopher Nolan is one of the greatest directors of our time. The two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker understands how to establish atmosphere like few others do. So, it’s always interesting to hear which pictures have played a role in his cinematic journey. In an attempt to provide insight into his influences, Nolan partnered with the BFI

Creep I.E.  Returns to Ontario, California this September! Creep I.E. Con stands out as a great horror convention for several reasons. First, it offers an immersive experience that appeals to both hardcore horror fans and casual enthusiasts alike. The event features a diverse lineup of guests, including actors from classic and contemporary horror films, special

Last month, we got a glimpse at Cyrax for the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 expansion, Khaos Reigns. Now it’s Sektor’s turn to get a gameplay trailer, highlighting her abilities and moveset, along with story elements that provide insight into her role within the reimagined Mortal Kombat 1 Universe. In Fire God Liu Kang’s New Era,

Image via Netflix Over here at Dread Central, we previously discussed how Ryan Murphy’s Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story was one of the most-viewed series ever on Netflix. Coming in at number three behind only Wednesday and Stranger Things 4, the series was a monstrous success for the streamer. Like most Ryan Murphy

In retail terms Halloween is almost over; stores are pulling scary merch and replacing it with holiday decor. But the season is just beginning for horror movie buffs and that means new movie roundups to close out the year. The streaming service Shudder is gearing up for the last fourth of 2024 with some pretty

It’s kind of a no brainer that with a game like A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, you focus on sound. That’s what the latest developer diary is about from Stormind Games and Saber Interactive, as we get a glimpse into the title’s use of sound and sound design. Hosted by Stormind Games’ sound designer

Fans of The Mutilator have waited four decades for a sequel, and while Mutilator 2 won’t be remembered as the best the horror genre has to offer, it still delivers the goods. Director Buddy Cooper returned to helm the long-awaited sequel after staying out of the director’s chair since the original’s release in 1984. Despite

Mike Flanagan (The Fall of the House of Usher) has quickly made a name for himself as one of the best horror creators in recent memory with his work on projects such as Oculus and The Haunting of Hill House. While horror fans may be saddened by the fact that there will be no new series this year,

New month, new horror recommendations from Deep Cuts Rising. This installment features five selections reflecting the month of September 2024. Regardless of how they came to be here, or what they’re about, these past movies can generally be considered overlooked, forgotten or unknown. This month’s offerings include an ’80s slasher, a Mexican sci-fi story, and

Denzel Washington is one of the most universally appealing movie stars of our time. He has impressive range as a thespian, he’s a handsome devil, and the beloved actor has made really smart choices over the course of his illustrious career. Even as choosey as Washington has been with the roles he takes on, the

Screamboat releases a new trailer, revealing more about the horror take on Steamboat Willie, featuring Terrifier star David Howard Thornton. Screamboat Official Teaser Since the iconic character of Mickey Mouse entered the public domain on January 1st, the floodgates have opened for a wave of creative reinterpretations—particularly in the horror genre. Earlier this year, we got a

Physical media fans are getting another wish taken care of, courtesy of Mob Entertainment and Maximum Entertainment, which have announced a collection of the first three chapters of the Poppy Playtime series for the PlayStation 5. The Poppy Playtime Triple Pack is currently available for pre-order now, and will be officially releasing on October 31.

Clint Eastwood has enjoyed an enviable career in Hollywood. The actor-turned-director (and former mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea) has been on a hot streak for more than half a century. He famously played the titular character in the Dirty Harry franchise and appeared in countless Western films. He’s truly a jack of all trades and his celebrated

Ari Lehman, widely known for portraying the first on-screen version of Jason Voorhees as a child, has many other sides. For instance, he composes music and fronts a metal band called First Jason, which just happens to be opening for Ice Nine Kills at the upcoming Silver Scream Con. Beyond that, he’s a genuinely nice

The director of horror-comedies WolfCop and Another WolfCop, as well as this year’s pro wrestling horror movie Dark Match, Lowell Dean is back this Halloween with Die Alone. Quiver Distribution will release Die Alone in theaters and VOD at home October 18, 2024. Watch the official trailer for Die Alone below. In the film, “Lost in a world reclaimed by nature and overrun by

With so many adaptations of Stephen King’s work, there are bound to be some that don’t resonate with the bestselling author. King has been vocally critical of Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining on a number of occasions. While King is an outlier on that one, he’s far from alone in his distaste for some of the

Ari Lehman, widely known for portraying the first on-screen version of Jason Voorhees as a child, has many other sides. For instance, he composes music and fronts a metal band called First Jason, which just happens to be opening for Ice Nine Kills at the upcoming Silver Scream Con. Beyond that, he’s a genuinely nice

Hollywood comes home when MaXXXine arrives on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital on October 8 from Lionsgate in association with A24. Writer-director Ti West brings his trilogy — which began with X and continued with Pearl — to a close with Mia Goth once again in the lead. Special features include: The Belly of

Quentin Tarantino, 2007. ©Weinstein Company LLC/Courtesy Everett Collection Quentin Tarantino is a die-hard fan of horror cinema and understands exactly how to craft a proper scare. I only wish he would lean into the genre more often. The director has only made one proper horror movie to date (Death Proof) and he’s been threatening to

It was about two decades ago that we met Australian outback serial killer Mick Taylor played by John Jarratt in the movie Wolf Creek. He returned for the sequel in 2013 and once again for the TV series in 2016-2017. He’s back once again in Wolf Creek: Legacy, a third installment to the popular slasher

It would only be fitting if Sunsoft and WayForward’s Clock Tower: Rewind would get an October release. And for PlayStation and Switch users, that appears to be the case. Per the Japanese PR firm PR Times (thanks, Gematsu!), Sunsoft revealed that the remake of the 1995 classic will launch digitally and physically for the Nintendo

Images via Courtesy of ABC and Good Morning America and MGM+ Want to hear something remarkable? With Halloween on the horizon, John Griffin’s MGM+ series From has ranked at number two on the Prime Video charts. With a third season set to premiere on September 22, it’s the perfect time to stream the first two

Atomic Monster and Blumhouse have updated their 2024 release schedules into early 2025. We already knew about AfrAId, Speak No Evil, and Wolf Man, but some surprises might be had here, including Cabin in the Woods and House of Spoils. Blumhouse hasn’t had a great year so far. Both its Night Swim and Imaginary went