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Ahead of Screamfest, the New 'dATE' Trailer Teases That Dating Can Be Deadly

Ahead of Screamfest, the New ‘dATE’ Trailer Teases That Dating Can Be Deadly

Let’s be honest, dating sucks between getting catfished, losers, and psychos. It’s scary. Now, a new horror movie, dATE, takes the struggle to terrifying new heights. Get ready for an absolute bloodbath on the dating scene! dATE has released its trailer and has officially scored a coveted spot as an Official Selection at Screamfest 2026. Written and directed by Scott Milam, this seductive nightmare blends high-fashion glamour with pure terror. And genre fans are already buzzing about this wildly inventive, pulse-pounding premise! Glamour by Day, Murder by Night The story follows fashion model Lydia Carver as she navigates her seemingly perfect life. She spends her days posing in glamorous photoshoots and her nights diving into the dating pool. However, maintaining her flawless appearance requires satisfying a truly ravenous appetite! Unsuspecting suitors quickly discover that dating Lydia comes with a deadly, blood-soaked price tag. A Powerhouse Genre Cast In addition to its terrifying setup, dATE boasts an unbelievable ensemble of fan-favorite

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 21, 2026
Ridley Scott's Dystopian Thriller 'Dog Stars' Coming to Digital and 4K UHD

Ridley Scott’s Dystopian Thriller ‘Dog Stars’ Coming to Digital and 4K UHD

Legendary director Ridley Scott, behind films like Gladiator, Alien, and Blade Runner, is returning to the dystopian genre. His latest film, the highly anticipated cinematic adaptation of The Dog Stars, is coming to digital. Based on Peter Heller’s acclaimed 2012 novel, the film takes place in a haunting, stripped-down future. A devastating pandemic has wiped out the vast majority of human civilization. Survivors must navigate a broken world. However, they must also face the threat of “Reapers”—ruthless, nomadic scavengers who prey on those trying to rebuild. The Search for a Better Life At the center of the narrative is Hig (Jacob Elordi). He’s a civilian pilot who survived the deadly flu that claimed his wife and destroyed the world as he knew it. Living out of an abandoned air park with a gruff, heavily armed companion and his loyal dog, Hig spends his days patrolling the skies in a 1956 Cessna. He desperately searches for signs of hope, humanity, and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 21, 2026
Brutal POV Movie 'Bad Day at the Office' is Exploding into Theaters

Brutal POV Movie ‘Bad Day at the Office’ is Exploding into Theaters

If you think your day at the office was bad, imagine waking up with complete amnesia, a fresh corpse in your bathtub, and half the city’s criminal underworld battering down your door. The final trailer for Bad Day at the Office has officially arrived. And it offers an immersive, front-row seat to pure cinematic madness. The turbo-charged action-thriller premiered as the opening-night feature of the prestigious Midnight Madness section at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. And now, it’s heading to theaters this October. A High-Octane First-Person Experience Shot entirely from a first-person perspective utilizing specialized GoPro camera rigs, the film completely transforms the traditional action-thriller format. View every bone-crunching strike, high-speed vehicle pursuit, and massive explosion through the main character’s eyes. By ditching traditional camera setups, the production immerses viewers in the center of the conflict. It makes the audience feel less like passive observers and more like active players in a video game. A High-Stakes Narrative Built on Amnesia

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
The New Trailer and Poster for 'Slayground' Tease A Nightmare-Inducing Film

The New Trailer and Poster for ‘Slayground’ Tease A Nightmare-Inducing Film

It has been a decade since Jeremy Saulnier unleashed Green Room, one of the most intense thrillers in recent memory. After directing Murder Party and Blue Ruin, Saulnier initially seemed poised to dominate the horror world. However, the filmmaker subsequently pivoted into gritty action-thrillers like Hold the Dark and Rebel Ridge. Meanwhile, those projects delivered high-octane suspense, and genre enthusiasts eagerly awaited his full return to visceral terror: Slayground. A24 Unveils New Poster for Slayground A24 recently unveiled a new promotional poster for the project and confirmed a January release. The first trailer has also arrived, teasing a heart-pounding horror film about a mass murder, a man on the run, and a movie you don’t want to miss. Halloween Terror Set Inside a Haunted Attraction Slayground transforms a seasonal, immersive haunted house attraction into a claustrophobic pressure cooker. Named after the fictional haunt where the story unfolds, Slayground centers on a fugitive played by Cory Michael Smith. He finds himself

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Terror at 30,000 Feet: High-Altitude Horror 'Black Box' Lands on Paramount+

Terror at 30,000 Feet: High-Altitude Horror ‘Black Box’ Lands on Paramount+

Please ensure your seatbelts are fastened. If you already experience baseline anxiety regarding turbulent flights or claustrophobic airplane cabins, you should definitely brace yourself. Black Box, also known as Black Box: Flight 298, is now streaming. High-Altitude Horror Powered by Genre Veterans Based on the acclaimed short film The Vessel, this supernatural horror film boasts a massive production pedigree behind the camera. Stephen Susco penned the terrifying screenplay, known for his work on The Grudge and Texas Chainsaw 3D. Furthermore, director Steven Quale helms the project, bringing his proven expertise in crafting inventive death sequences from Final Destination 5. Supernatural Turbulence Traps Passengers in Airborne Hell The narrative takes the standard “flight from hell” trope and aggressively forces it through a brutal meat grinder. During a routine domestic flight, passengers suddenly encounter a terrifying gauntlet of raw, claustrophobic panic amidst inexplicable phenomena. As a result, terrified travelers must fight impossible odds as technological malfunctions, supernatural occurrences, and alien influences collide

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Eli Roth's 'Ice Cream Man' Serves Up a Treat with its Limited Edition Steelbook Release

Eli Roth’s ‘Ice Cream Man’ Serves Up a Treat with its Limited Edition Steelbook Release

After its theatrical and digital release, Eli Roth’s latest splatterfest, Ice Cream Man, is now available on physical media. So, pop some popcorn, get comfy, and get ready for an ultra-violent gorefest! However, make sure your kids are out of the house, unless you want them scared for life. Set in an idyllic, sun-drenched summer town, the film takes a wholesome childhood staple and twists it into pure, violent insanity. When the neighborhood ice cream vendor starts serving soft-serve laced with homicidal psychosis, the local children descend into a feral, blood-soaked frenzy. And they have a hive-mind-like mission: kill everyone who hasn’t turned. Cast, Crew, and Practical Splatter Ari Millen (Orphan Black) stars as the titular dessert vendor, donning a vintage paper soda jerk hat to dish out dairy-induced carnage. He leads an ensemble cast that includes Benjamin Byron Davis, who joined us for an interview about the  movie. He’s joined by Dylan Hawco, Sarah Abbott, Kiori Mirza Waldman, and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Director Alex Cox Returns for His Final Masterpiece, 'Dead Souls'

Director Alex Cox Returns for His Final Masterpiece, ‘Dead Souls’

Director Alex Cox delivers a sharp frontier fable about American greed in his ultimate cinematic bow, Dead Souls. The acclaimed Repo Man filmmaker and Mad God actor stars as Strindler, a mysterious drifter hunting for dead Mexican laborers across the West. A Classic Literary Tale Transformed into a Dark Western This loose adaptation of Nikolai Gogol’s classic novel Dead Souls quickly sparks widespread suspicion. Strindler offers handsome payments for the names of dead men. As he wanders between saloons and ranches, he proves that money speaks. Yet, wealth often invites grave trouble. Crooked officials and lethal pistol duels follow him everywhere. Spaghetti Western legend Gianni Garko co-wrote the script, adding classic genre flair. Meanwhile, Cox weaves dark satire with unexpected narrative twists. The Bleak Reality of the American Frontier Ultimately, this meditative Western exposes the dark borderlands of the American nightmare. Fortunes rest on shady deals. Legacies rise from blood and gold. Physical Release Details Dead Souls arrives on Blu-ray

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Own 'Army of Darkness' Now on 4K and the Special Screwhead Edition

Own ‘Army of Darkness’ Now on 4K and the Special Screwhead Edition

Horror fans worldwide adore one iconic franchise and its legendary star! Naturally, we are talking about Bruce Campbell and the phenomenal Evil Dead universe. The terror originally began with the groundbreaking classic The Evil Dead. However, the series took a wildly hilarious fantasy turn in Sam Raimi’s 1992 Army of Darkness. Sucked Through Time into Medieval Chaos In this fan-favorite installment, hero Ash Williams gets sucked through time into a medieval nightmare! Furthermore, he must battle swarms of deadites unleashed by the infamous Necronomicon. Ash wields his trusty chainsaw and boomstick to save the kingdom. This brilliant blend of slapstick comedy and dark fantasy made an instant cult classic! Massive New Releases Unleashed by Universal Now, Universal has officially unleashed Army of Darkness on glorious 4K UHD! Moreover, fans can also conjure the ultimate Screwhead Collection on Blu-ray and DVD. Both incredible physical media releases come packed with massive, exclusive bonus features. Explore behind-the-scenes magic and endless classic extras from

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Nocturne: Your New Series Obsession Hits Apple TV this October

Nocturne: Your New Series Obsession Hits Apple TV this October

Get ready for your next television obsession! Apple TV is gearing up to premiere the new series “Nocturne.” Based on Lar” Kepler’s “international bKepler’sng novel The Sandman, this dark thriller series promises relentless suspense. Horror and mystery fans are already buzzing with excitement for this epic psychological showdown! A Deadly Game of Cat and Mouse The story follows Jonah Lynn, played by the brilliant Liev Schreiber. Jonah is a former soldier turned homicide detective seeking a peaceful life in a quiet town. However, his quiet world is swiftly shattered when a terrifying serial killer targets his family. Stephen Graham stars as Jurek Walter, the dangerous criminal pulling everyone into a dark nightmare. Meanwhile, FBI Agent Saga Bauer (Zazie Beetz) must go undercover to locate Walter’s final missing victim. Star-Studded Ensemble and Masterful Creators. Beyond its extraordinary leads, “Nocturne” boasts an unbelievable supporting cast! The show features Bill Camp, Rory Culkin, Chrissy Metz, Poorna Jagannathan, and Gary Carr. Additionally, showrunners John Hlavin

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Surviving the Virus: 'The Devil You Become' Brings Post-Apocalyptic Terror This November

Surviving the Virus: ‘The Devil You Become’ Brings Post-Apocalyptic Terror This November

Terror Films Releasing has officially partnered with writer and director Anthony Bushman for his latest project. The psychological horror thriller The Devil You Become is now heading to streaming services. The compelling story stars Bushman, Ashton Solecki, Jessica Lynn Parsons, and co-writer Brian K. Millard. The film focuses on an isolated man surviving after a catastrophic super virus eradicates billions of people. As a result, he must confront his fractured psyche while navigating a terrifying new purpose. A Vision Born from Sudden Real-World Isolation Real-world events deeply influenced the production process for this indie feature. Bushman and Millard initially planned to shoot a different project in March 2020. However, production was delayed indefinitely just thirty-six hours before the cameras were set to roll. Because the close friends were also roommates during lockdown, they quickly pivoted to craft a brand-new narrative. Specifically, they designed a script that they could produce entirely on their own inside their isolation bubble. As a result, real-world

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026

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Ahead of Screamfest, the New 'dATE' Trailer Teases That Dating Can Be Deadly

Ahead of Screamfest, the New ‘dATE’ Trailer Teases That Dating Can Be Deadly

Let’s be honest, dating sucks between getting catfished, losers, and psychos. It’s scary. Now, a new horror movie, dATE, takes the struggle to terrifying new heights. Get ready for an absolute bloodbath on the dating scene! dATE has released its trailer and has officially scored a coveted spot as an Official Selection at Screamfest 2026. Written and directed by Scott Milam, this seductive nightmare blends high-fashion glamour with pure terror. And genre fans are already buzzing about this wildly inventive, pulse-pounding premise! Glamour by Day, Murder by Night The story follows fashion model Lydia Carver as she navigates her seemingly perfect life. She spends her days posing in glamorous photoshoots and her nights diving into the dating pool. However, maintaining her flawless appearance requires satisfying a truly ravenous appetite! Unsuspecting suitors quickly discover that dating Lydia comes with a deadly, blood-soaked price tag. A Powerhouse Genre Cast In addition to its terrifying setup, dATE boasts an unbelievable ensemble of fan-favorite

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 21, 2026
Ridley Scott's Dystopian Thriller 'Dog Stars' Coming to Digital and 4K UHD

Ridley Scott’s Dystopian Thriller ‘Dog Stars’ Coming to Digital and 4K UHD

Legendary director Ridley Scott, behind films like Gladiator, Alien, and Blade Runner, is returning to the dystopian genre. His latest film, the highly anticipated cinematic adaptation of The Dog Stars, is coming to digital. Based on Peter Heller’s acclaimed 2012 novel, the film takes place in a haunting, stripped-down future. A devastating pandemic has wiped out the vast majority of human civilization. Survivors must navigate a broken world. However, they must also face the threat of “Reapers”—ruthless, nomadic scavengers who prey on those trying to rebuild. The Search for a Better Life At the center of the narrative is Hig (Jacob Elordi). He’s a civilian pilot who survived the deadly flu that claimed his wife and destroyed the world as he knew it. Living out of an abandoned air park with a gruff, heavily armed companion and his loyal dog, Hig spends his days patrolling the skies in a 1956 Cessna. He desperately searches for signs of hope, humanity, and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 21, 2026
Brutal POV Movie 'Bad Day at the Office' is Exploding into Theaters

Brutal POV Movie ‘Bad Day at the Office’ is Exploding into Theaters

If you think your day at the office was bad, imagine waking up with complete amnesia, a fresh corpse in your bathtub, and half the city’s criminal underworld battering down your door. The final trailer for Bad Day at the Office has officially arrived. And it offers an immersive, front-row seat to pure cinematic madness. The turbo-charged action-thriller premiered as the opening-night feature of the prestigious Midnight Madness section at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. And now, it’s heading to theaters this October. A High-Octane First-Person Experience Shot entirely from a first-person perspective utilizing specialized GoPro camera rigs, the film completely transforms the traditional action-thriller format. View every bone-crunching strike, high-speed vehicle pursuit, and massive explosion through the main character’s eyes. By ditching traditional camera setups, the production immerses viewers in the center of the conflict. It makes the audience feel less like passive observers and more like active players in a video game. A High-Stakes Narrative Built on Amnesia

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
The New Trailer and Poster for 'Slayground' Tease A Nightmare-Inducing Film

The New Trailer and Poster for ‘Slayground’ Tease A Nightmare-Inducing Film

It has been a decade since Jeremy Saulnier unleashed Green Room, one of the most intense thrillers in recent memory. After directing Murder Party and Blue Ruin, Saulnier initially seemed poised to dominate the horror world. However, the filmmaker subsequently pivoted into gritty action-thrillers like Hold the Dark and Rebel Ridge. Meanwhile, those projects delivered high-octane suspense, and genre enthusiasts eagerly awaited his full return to visceral terror: Slayground. A24 Unveils New Poster for Slayground A24 recently unveiled a new promotional poster for the project and confirmed a January release. The first trailer has also arrived, teasing a heart-pounding horror film about a mass murder, a man on the run, and a movie you don’t want to miss. Halloween Terror Set Inside a Haunted Attraction Slayground transforms a seasonal, immersive haunted house attraction into a claustrophobic pressure cooker. Named after the fictional haunt where the story unfolds, Slayground centers on a fugitive played by Cory Michael Smith. He finds himself

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Terror at 30,000 Feet: High-Altitude Horror 'Black Box' Lands on Paramount+

Terror at 30,000 Feet: High-Altitude Horror ‘Black Box’ Lands on Paramount+

Please ensure your seatbelts are fastened. If you already experience baseline anxiety regarding turbulent flights or claustrophobic airplane cabins, you should definitely brace yourself. Black Box, also known as Black Box: Flight 298, is now streaming. High-Altitude Horror Powered by Genre Veterans Based on the acclaimed short film The Vessel, this supernatural horror film boasts a massive production pedigree behind the camera. Stephen Susco penned the terrifying screenplay, known for his work on The Grudge and Texas Chainsaw 3D. Furthermore, director Steven Quale helms the project, bringing his proven expertise in crafting inventive death sequences from Final Destination 5. Supernatural Turbulence Traps Passengers in Airborne Hell The narrative takes the standard “flight from hell” trope and aggressively forces it through a brutal meat grinder. During a routine domestic flight, passengers suddenly encounter a terrifying gauntlet of raw, claustrophobic panic amidst inexplicable phenomena. As a result, terrified travelers must fight impossible odds as technological malfunctions, supernatural occurrences, and alien influences collide

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Eli Roth's 'Ice Cream Man' Serves Up a Treat with its Limited Edition Steelbook Release

Eli Roth’s ‘Ice Cream Man’ Serves Up a Treat with its Limited Edition Steelbook Release

After its theatrical and digital release, Eli Roth’s latest splatterfest, Ice Cream Man, is now available on physical media. So, pop some popcorn, get comfy, and get ready for an ultra-violent gorefest! However, make sure your kids are out of the house, unless you want them scared for life. Set in an idyllic, sun-drenched summer town, the film takes a wholesome childhood staple and twists it into pure, violent insanity. When the neighborhood ice cream vendor starts serving soft-serve laced with homicidal psychosis, the local children descend into a feral, blood-soaked frenzy. And they have a hive-mind-like mission: kill everyone who hasn’t turned. Cast, Crew, and Practical Splatter Ari Millen (Orphan Black) stars as the titular dessert vendor, donning a vintage paper soda jerk hat to dish out dairy-induced carnage. He leads an ensemble cast that includes Benjamin Byron Davis, who joined us for an interview about the  movie. He’s joined by Dylan Hawco, Sarah Abbott, Kiori Mirza Waldman, and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Director Alex Cox Returns for His Final Masterpiece, 'Dead Souls'

Director Alex Cox Returns for His Final Masterpiece, ‘Dead Souls’

Director Alex Cox delivers a sharp frontier fable about American greed in his ultimate cinematic bow, Dead Souls. The acclaimed Repo Man filmmaker and Mad God actor stars as Strindler, a mysterious drifter hunting for dead Mexican laborers across the West. A Classic Literary Tale Transformed into a Dark Western This loose adaptation of Nikolai Gogol’s classic novel Dead Souls quickly sparks widespread suspicion. Strindler offers handsome payments for the names of dead men. As he wanders between saloons and ranches, he proves that money speaks. Yet, wealth often invites grave trouble. Crooked officials and lethal pistol duels follow him everywhere. Spaghetti Western legend Gianni Garko co-wrote the script, adding classic genre flair. Meanwhile, Cox weaves dark satire with unexpected narrative twists. The Bleak Reality of the American Frontier Ultimately, this meditative Western exposes the dark borderlands of the American nightmare. Fortunes rest on shady deals. Legacies rise from blood and gold. Physical Release Details Dead Souls arrives on Blu-ray

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Own 'Army of Darkness' Now on 4K and the Special Screwhead Edition

Own ‘Army of Darkness’ Now on 4K and the Special Screwhead Edition

Horror fans worldwide adore one iconic franchise and its legendary star! Naturally, we are talking about Bruce Campbell and the phenomenal Evil Dead universe. The terror originally began with the groundbreaking classic The Evil Dead. However, the series took a wildly hilarious fantasy turn in Sam Raimi’s 1992 Army of Darkness. Sucked Through Time into Medieval Chaos In this fan-favorite installment, hero Ash Williams gets sucked through time into a medieval nightmare! Furthermore, he must battle swarms of deadites unleashed by the infamous Necronomicon. Ash wields his trusty chainsaw and boomstick to save the kingdom. This brilliant blend of slapstick comedy and dark fantasy made an instant cult classic! Massive New Releases Unleashed by Universal Now, Universal has officially unleashed Army of Darkness on glorious 4K UHD! Moreover, fans can also conjure the ultimate Screwhead Collection on Blu-ray and DVD. Both incredible physical media releases come packed with massive, exclusive bonus features. Explore behind-the-scenes magic and endless classic extras from

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Nocturne: Your New Series Obsession Hits Apple TV this October

Nocturne: Your New Series Obsession Hits Apple TV this October

Get ready for your next television obsession! Apple TV is gearing up to premiere the new series “Nocturne.” Based on Lar” Kepler’s “international bKepler’sng novel The Sandman, this dark thriller series promises relentless suspense. Horror and mystery fans are already buzzing with excitement for this epic psychological showdown! A Deadly Game of Cat and Mouse The story follows Jonah Lynn, played by the brilliant Liev Schreiber. Jonah is a former soldier turned homicide detective seeking a peaceful life in a quiet town. However, his quiet world is swiftly shattered when a terrifying serial killer targets his family. Stephen Graham stars as Jurek Walter, the dangerous criminal pulling everyone into a dark nightmare. Meanwhile, FBI Agent Saga Bauer (Zazie Beetz) must go undercover to locate Walter’s final missing victim. Star-Studded Ensemble and Masterful Creators. Beyond its extraordinary leads, “Nocturne” boasts an unbelievable supporting cast! The show features Bill Camp, Rory Culkin, Chrissy Metz, Poorna Jagannathan, and Gary Carr. Additionally, showrunners John Hlavin

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
Surviving the Virus: 'The Devil You Become' Brings Post-Apocalyptic Terror This November

Surviving the Virus: ‘The Devil You Become’ Brings Post-Apocalyptic Terror This November

Terror Films Releasing has officially partnered with writer and director Anthony Bushman for his latest project. The psychological horror thriller The Devil You Become is now heading to streaming services. The compelling story stars Bushman, Ashton Solecki, Jessica Lynn Parsons, and co-writer Brian K. Millard. The film focuses on an isolated man surviving after a catastrophic super virus eradicates billions of people. As a result, he must confront his fractured psyche while navigating a terrifying new purpose. A Vision Born from Sudden Real-World Isolation Real-world events deeply influenced the production process for this indie feature. Bushman and Millard initially planned to shoot a different project in March 2020. However, production was delayed indefinitely just thirty-six hours before the cameras were set to roll. Because the close friends were also roommates during lockdown, they quickly pivoted to craft a brand-new narrative. Specifically, they designed a script that they could produce entirely on their own inside their isolation bubble. As a result, real-world

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 20, 2026
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