Horror

Oft-cited film professor Carol J. Clover posited that horror films, and slashers in particular, tap into society’s repressed fears of gender in her 1992 book Men, Women, and Chain Saws: Gender in the Modern Horror Film. More acutely, Clover theorized how slashers use sexuality to explore those fears, and how they depict violence as a

Hello boys and ghouls! For August, the Halloweenies are celebrating the legacy of Tales from the Crypt, now streaming on Shudder and Tubi, with several themed episodes. What better way to kick it off than with the Cryptkeeper himself: John Kassir! At last month’s Creep I.E. Con Aftermath, the iconic voice behind the bone-tingling host

John Carpenter makes his graphic novel debut with brand new original horror story Cathedral, and we’re excited to let you know that it’s available NOW from Storm King Comics. In addition to the graphic novel, there will be an accompanying soundtrack album from John Carpenter, Cody Carpenter and Daniel Davies, releasing this Friday from Sacred

Remakes are a touchy subject within the horror community. While we’re all aware that some of the greatest scary movies of all time are based on existing films, with hits like The Thing and The Blob almost completely overshadowing their predecessors, there’s still an inevitable backlash whenever a new remake is announced. Of course, the

Michael Mann‘s adaptation of ThomasHarris’ Red Dragon is receiving a stunning new 4k restoration in celebration of the film’s 40th anniversary this year, and a new trailer gives a look at the gorgeous release. Michael Mann’s Manhunter: The Final Cutwill open in select US theaters onJuly 24 The film will also release theatrically in the

Looking for a big event to kick off your Summerween? Creep I.E. Con, one of Southern California’s biggest horror themed conventions, returns for an Aftermath in 2026 — two months earlier than usual! This weekend, the Ontario Convention Center will house over 30 celebrity guests, 170 vendors, and all kinds of tricks and treats courtesy

Some movies are just so beloved that you can experience them through cultural osmosis without ever sitting down to actually watch them. From loving parodies to meticulous recreations of iconic scenes, memorable filmmaking lives on even after the curtains close on the silver screen. And when it comes to horror, few films can compete with

No conversation about cartoons based on live-action movies is ever complete without mentioning The Real Ghostbusters. This animated continuation is, warts and all, a notable example of turning a hit movie into a hit series. And although the new target demographic skewed a little younger, even kids-at-heart could partake in the further adventures of Peter

It’s a big world out there, and that alone can make it seem pretty scary for some people. The uncertainty, the unknown, the unfamiliar – while there are those among us who crave exploration, they’re seemingly outnumbered by those who prefer to close their doors, their borders, and their hearts to whomever – and whatever

AMC’s horror series “The Terror” wrapped its third season last month, but plans are already in motion for season four. Executive producerDavid W. Zucker has confirmed that “The Terror” Season 4 is moving forward in a new chat with ScreenRant, revealing that they’ve “just closed the deal on the book we’re gonna develop next” for

Some movies are just so beloved that you can experience them through cultural osmosis without ever sitting down to actually watch them. From loving parodies to meticulous recreations of iconic scenes, memorable filmmaking lives on even after the curtains close on the silver screen. And when it comes to horror, few films can compete with

This week kicked off with the release of five brand new horror movies at home on Tuesday, and another five have now joined the fun as we head into the second weekend of July. Here are the new horror movies that released onFriday, July 10, 2026! Odeya Rush(Goosebumps) fights for survival in gory horror-comedyCorporate Retreat,

A contemporary reimagining of H.P. Lovecraft’s short storyHerbert West: Reanimator is on the way, and Deadline has unveiled the first look at the new Herbert West and the pathologist drawn to his orbit. Adam Simon(The Haunting in Connecticut, “Salem”)and Tim Metcalfe (The Haunting in Connecticut, Kalifornia) penned the script. The original screenplay and storyline come

Legendary’s Monsterverse is a multi-media empire at this point, and the brand’s first ever theme park attraction is on the way. Fans in Seoul, South Korea will be able to enter the Monsterverse withKong x Godzilla: The Ride, launching at Lotte World Adventure this month. Kong x Godzilla: The Ride opens up for business July

Up to this point, the impressive cast listing for “American Horror Story” Season 13 has included superstar Ariana Grande (Wicked), though it seems those plans have changed. Deadline reports that Ariana Grande will no longer be appearing in “AHS 13.” The outlet exclusively reports this afternoon, “Due to conflicts with timing changes to the production

Batman is an iconic superhero, but he’s also a lot more than that. He’s been a constant in pop culture and a figure who always leaves audiences hungry for more, despite everything that’s already been done with him. When Batman: Caped Crusader was first announced, it seemed like a true dream team of creatives, bringing

Out today in select theaters and on digital platforms is heartfelt and playful documentary Mockbuster, which sees a director cold call a studio and ask to helm a lost-world dinosaur epic. Inexplicably, they say yes. Our exclusive clip below highlights both the comedic nature of this bizarre scenario as well as the pressures of shooting

Remember the Jim Carrey movie The Mask back in the 1990s? The film ended up being a family friendly affair, but did you know that it began its life as a New Line horror project?! Chuck Russell (A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, The Blob) directed the 1994 movie starring Jim Carrey, which

When Season 7 “Project Boneyard” arrives for The Outlast Trials on July 14, players will be greeted with the return of Prime Asset Sergeant Leland Coyle. And he’s not alone. Launching for PC viaSteamand theEpic Games Store,PlayStation,andXbox, Project Boneyard will include a new Trial, two fresh MK-Challenges, major updates to Escalation and Invasion, new customization

I know plenty of games use the ocean as a source of dread, but very few have made it resonate as much as Dive or Die: Children of Rain, a new horror exploration game from Drop Rate Studio. Not quite a roguelike, the game recalls the vibe and structure of Darkest Dungeon or Aliens: Dark

Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor best known for his role in 1993’s Jurassic Park, has passed away this week at 78 years old. In a statement shared on Neill’s Instagram page this morning, the actor’s family said that his passing was “sudden and unexpected.” Neill had been diagnosed with a rare blood cancer in

Not to be confused with the 1992 educational sidescroller, Team5 has revealed the Steam page for its upcoming co-op title, Treasure Cove. Launching later this fall, this survival horror title sees you and your friends set out to explore a mysterious island in search of lost treasures. Of course, it’s never than simple, as exploring

A contemporary reimagining of H.P. Lovecraft’s short storyHerbert West: Reanimator is on the way, and Deadline has unveiled the first look at the new Herbert West and the pathologist drawn to his orbit. Adam Simon(The Haunting in Connecticut, “Salem”)and Tim Metcalfe (The Haunting in Connecticut, Kalifornia) penned the script. The original screenplay and storyline come

Are you ready to go back? After arecord-breaking box office runand an extended cut re-release, A24 and directorKane Parsons’Backrooms is heading home to Digital. Backrooms will be available to rent or buy this Tuesday, July 14. In the film,Chiwetel Ejioforstars inBackroomsas the owner of Cap’n Clark’s Ottoman Empire, who discovers astrange doorway in the basement

A contemporary reimagining of H.P. Lovecraft’s short storyHerbert West: Reanimator is on the way, and Deadline has unveiled the first look at the new Herbert West and the pathologist drawn to his orbit. The original screenplay and storyline come from Jade Sandberg Wallis. Michael Grossman (“The Originals”, “Pretty Little Liars”) directs. The new images introduce

From The LuredirectorAgnieszka Smoczyńska, the dystopian sci-fi thriller Hot Spot starring Noomi Rapace will be released in North American theaters on August 21, 2026 via Focus Features, and the film has received its official ‘R’ rating from the MPA this week. Just how far is the film going to be pushing that rating? Hot Spot

Frogwares is following up last month’s release date announcement (and surprise demo) for The Sinking City 2 with the game’s pre-orders now available for eager fans. Alongside the announcement, which includes a look at much of the bonus in-game content available to players who pre-order the game, is a new trailer showing off brand-new gameplay

Originally launching on Steam and mobile back in 2024, developer Starry Studio has announced that their free-to-play co-op survival MMO Once Human will be making the jump to PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series on August 25. Alongside the console release, Once Human will receive an update that allows for first-person perspective play, and full

Production on season two of “Alien: Earth” has begun in London, and Deadline reports that Tracey Ullman (“Tracey Ullman’s Show“),Sam Spruell (“A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms“), andJerome Flynn (“Game of Thrones“) have joined the cast. They join previously announced series newcomer Peter Dinklage. No character details have been divulged so far. “Alien: Earth” Season

There’s been a lot of talk about how Christopher Nolan snuck in some horror elements into his epic adaptation of The Odyssey. However, even before the Cyclops began to eat Ithican soldiers and Circe subjected them to magical body-horror, cinemagoers were already witnessing supernatural terror through a certain trailer that was attached to most IMAX