FANGORIA Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for the 2026 Chainsaw Awards

FANGORIA officially announced the presenter lineup for the highly anticipated 2026 FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards. Hosted by genre favorite Devon Sawa, the Halloween-themed ceremony celebrates excellence across horror film, television, and video games. The exclusive broadcast premieres Sunday, October 25 at 9 PM ET on Shudder.

Genre Legends and Fan Favorites Join Hosting Duties

Joining Sawa is a stellar roster of icons, including Lin Shaye, Mink Stole, and John Kassir. Additionally, legendary director Mick Garris, Peaches Christ, Felissa Rose, Tracie Thoms, and Patrick Brice will present awards. The broadcast also features special appearances by Rick Baker, Dee Wallace, and James A. Janisse of Dead Meat.

Major Nominees Lead Following Record Global Fan Vote

After a massive global fan vote that drew nearly one million ballots, winners across 19 categories will be revealed. Currently, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and Bryan Fuller’s Dust Bunny lead the pack with nine nominations each. Meanwhile, the viral internet sensation Backrooms earned six impressive nominations.

Celebrating Horror Excellence and Legacy Since 1992

First presented in 1992, the FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards continue championing creators who define genre cinema. As a result, fan-voted honors highlight visionary artists often overlooked by traditional mainstream institutions. Past winners include horror legends like Wes Craven, George A. Romero, Mia Goth, and Jordan Peele.

Full Presenter Lineup by Category

Spencer Williams and Kelli Maroney present Best Costume Design, while John Kassir presents Best Creature FX. Dr. Emily Zarka and Vander Von Odd handle Best Documentary Feature. Meanwhile, Aurora Perrineau introduces Best International Movie. Krsy Fox and Adam Marcinowski present Best Limited Release Movie. Darren Stein and Peaches Christ unveil Best Makeup FX.

Isa Mazzei and Sarah Lind present Best Non-Fiction Series. Curtis Rx and Cerina Vincent introduce Best Score. Furthermore, Julia Marchese and Teri Gamble present Best Series. Patrick Brice delivers Best Streaming Premiere Movie, while Tracie Thoms announces Best Supporting Performance. Alanah Pearce presents Best Video Game, and Dr. Stephen Graham Jones reveals Best Screenplay.

Mick Garris and William Malone deliver Best Director. Mink Stole presents Best Lead Performance, while Lin Shaye handles Best Wide Release Movie. Tiffany Shepis and Felissa Rose announce Best Kill. Finally, Chris Colfer presents Best First Feature, Dylan Clark handles Best Cinematography, and Phil Nobile Jr. awards the Editor’s Eyeball.