Universal has been striving to revive their Universal Monsters franchise after the setback of the Dark Universe collapse. Despite facing challenges, the studio has released four movies since the ill-fated attempt to launch an interconnected universe with “The Mummy.” The first success post-Dark Universe came with Leigh Whannell’s “The Invisible Man,” followed by “The Last Voyage of the Demeter,” “Renfield,” and most recently, “Abigail.” While the latter three attempted to reintroduce Dracula in innovative ways, “Demeter” and “Renfield” struggled at the box office, and “Abigail,” though well-re ..read more

Russell Crowe, renowned for his gripping performances, takes on a new role in the upcoming meta-possession horror film, “The Exorcism,” and today, Vertical Entertainment has unveiled the official trailer. Vertical Entertainment has secured the North American distribution rights for “The Exorcism,” slated to hit theaters on June 7. Additionally, Shudder is set to bring the film to home audiences later this year. Directed by Joshua John Miller, known for his work on “The Final Girls” and appearances in films like “Near Dark” and “And You Thought Your Parents Were Weird,” “The Exorcism” promises ..read more

Producer Sam Raimi, known for his knack for delivering chilling horror experiences, is back with another spine-tingling venture, “Boy Kills World.” Following the skin-crawling success of last year’s “Evil Dead Rise,” Raimi’s latest production features the same bone-chilling tool: the cheese grater. Starring the talented Bill Skarsgård as a deaf-mute protagonist, “Boy Kills World” promises to plunge audiences into a dystopian nightmare like no other. With Raimi and Roy Lee onboard as producers, this film is poised to be an unparalleled action spectacle, set to hit theaters on April 26 courtesy ..read more

Danny Boyle and Alex Garland, the dynamic duo behind the cult classic horror film “28 Days Later” from 2002, are teaming up once again for the highly anticipated sequel, “28 Years Later.” According to THR, the sequel has secured an impressive cast including Jodie Comer (“Alone in the Dark,” “Killing Eve”), Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kraven the Hunter”), and Ralph Fiennes (“The Menu”). Garland is set to pen the script for “28 Years Later,” while Boyle will take the directorial reins. Additionally, Garland is planning to write at least one more sequel to expand the franchise, with director Nia DaCos ..read more

In the aftermath of the latest trailer drop, Ishana Night Shyamalan’s highly anticipated horror flick, “The Watchers,” once again finds itself with a new release date. Surprisingly, New Line Cinema has decided to revert back to the original release date, as hinted by the headline of this piece. Quite the plot twist, isn’t it? Initially slated for a June 7 theatrical premiere, the film was recently rescheduled to hit screens on June 14. However, as of tonight, it seems we’re back to square one with the June 7 slot secured. Ah, the unpredictability of Hollywood! Nevertheless, while we ponder ove ..read more

Paramount has recently revealed plans to breathe new life into the beloved Scary Movie spoof series with a fresh reboot installment, slated to hit theaters next year. This upcoming movie, a collaborative effort between Paramount and Miramax, marks the sixth installment in the franchise. Production is anticipated to kick off this fall. While details on the creative team behind the reboot remain scarce, two actors have already expressed keen interest in joining the iconic franchise. Melissa Barrera, known for her role in Radio Silence’s recent horror flick Abigail and her stint in the Scream ser ..read more

Wired Productions, known for their involvement with KARMA: The Dark World, has unveiled the release date for their eagerly anticipated gory action game, Gori: Cuddly Carnage. Developed by Angry Demon Studio, the title is set to launch on August 29 across multiple platforms, including PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Additionally, digital pre-orders for the PlayStation versions will grant players early access starting from August 27. Leo Zullo, the Managing Director of Wired Productions, expressed enthusiasm for the game, stating, “Gori: Cu ..read more

Following the trend of iconic characters receiving sinister adaptations, Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid” is the latest to undergo a chilling transformation. Originally penned in 1837, the classic tale of “The Little Mermaid” now resides in the public domain, paving the way for MSR Media International to unveil their own horror rendition of the story this year. Distributed by Grindstone Entertainment Group, “The Little Mermaid” has recently garnered an “R” rating for “Language, some violence, and brief nudity.” Directed by Leigh Scott, the film introduces audiences to Dr. Eric Pr ..read more

NEON continues to ramp up the intrigue surrounding its upcoming horror offering, “Longlegs,” with the release of the second part of its cryptic teaser video and poster, following last week’s enigmatic debut. “Longlegs” is set to haunt theaters on July 12, 2024. Directed by Osgood Perkins, known for his work on “The Blackcoat’s Daughter” and “Gretel & Hansel,” the film stars Nicolas Cage and Maika Monroe. Monroe takes on the role of an FBI agent, while Cage portrays a chilling serial killer. Described as a homage to classic Hollywood psychological thrillers, “Longlegs” promises to deliver a ..read more

Clue, the timeless murder-mystery game, is making a comeback to screens both big and small, as reported by Variety this week. Sony has set its sights on potential film and television adaptations for this iconic board game. Variety reveals, “Hasbro Entertainment has inked a deal with Sony’s TriStar Pictures and Sony Pictures Television to secure the film and TV rights for the beloved Clue board game.” Hasbro’s Zev Foreman and Gabriel Marano express their confidence in Sony as the ideal partner for adapting such a culturally significant and mystery-defining property. They commend Nicole Brown, K ..read more