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Pluto TV Launches a New Enhanced Experience

Pluto TV has launched its most significant platform transformation to date, completely rebuilding its user experience on the same technology stack that powers Paramount+. The overhaul is the company’s largest infrastructure investment since its founding twelve years ago. It’s merging live and on-demand programming into a single, seamless destination. The relaunch arrives at a pivotal moment for the industry, as free ad-supported streaming television continues its trajectory as the market’s fastest-growing sector, driven significantly by viewers aged 18 to 34. Core Architectural and Interface Enhancements The modernized interface introduces fluid navigation, sophisticated personalization engines, and elevated discovery tools across connected TVs, mobile devices, and web platforms. A redesigned Home screen, paired with dedicated Movies and Shows hubs, integrates high-resolution artwork alongside curated and personalized carousels. An upgraded Channel Guide lets users favorite channels, preview upcoming schedules, and instantly switch from live broadcasts to on-demand playback. The unified media player includes flexible in-player browsing, one-click content restarting, comprehensive watchlist controls, and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 23, 2026

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‘Blair Witch’ Creators Return with Found-Footage Nightmare ‘The Influencer Project’

Three decades after revolutionizing independent cinema with handheld cameras and stick figures, The Blair Witch Project co-creator Eduardo Sánchez and producer Gregg Hale are returning to the subgenre that made them legends. They are swapping the haunted Maryland woods for the high-stakes world of online notoriety. The duo has teamed up with director Mike Nybroe for The Influencer Project. The found-footage thriller turns the modern obsession with digital fame into a terrifying fight for survival. When Livestreaming Turns into a Fight for Survival Drawing on authentic real-world experiences, the film stars popular fashion and beauty creator Chiara King. She makes her feature debut playing a fictionalized version of herself. The story follows King as she travels to Copenhagen alongside a documentary crew. They are tasked with pulling back the curtain on her glamorous digital brand. However, broadcasting every personal detail to millions of devoted followers carries a fatal cost. As an obsessive stalker closes in on her location, the documentary

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 23, 2026

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Pablo Larraín Explores Grief and Social Terror in Netflix Miniseries ‘My Sad Dead’

Acclaimed Chilean director Pablo Larraín returns to television with My Sad Dead (Mis muertos tristes). This four-episode horror drama shifts the genre away from traditional jump scares toward deep-seated grief and societal neglect. Produced by Fabula alongside K&S Films, the series adapts the work of celebrated Argentine author Mariana Enriquez. The series implies that true terror stems from the horrors society deliberately ignores. The Spanish-language miniseries stands out as one of Netflix’s most atmospheric and distinctive genre releases of the year. San Sebastián Festival Debut Signals Prestigious Global Release My Sad Dead arrives on Netflix on September 24, following a high-profile world premiere at the 74th San Sebastián International Film Festival. Competing within the festival’s Official Selection, the series screened for live audiences just days before its worldwide streaming debut. The prestigious festival placement underscores how Netflix is positioning the project. It frames it as an auteur-driven character study rather than standard seasonal filler. Larraín expressed deep gratitude for returning

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 23, 2026

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A First Look at Prime Video’s New Series ‘Blade Runner 2099″

The iconic dystopian universe of Blade Runner is gearing up for its next major evolution. During a dedicated panel at San Diego Comic-Con, Prime Video officially unveiled the first teaser trailer for “Blade Runner 2099.” First announced back in 2022. Executive-produced by original 1982 film director Ridley Scott, the series offers a first glimpse of the next chapter in the war between humanity and replicants. Premiere Date and Global Release Sci-fi enthusiasts will not have to wait long to binge the entire story. All eight episodes of the limited series are scheduled to premiere on Thursday, November 26, exclusively on Prime Video. An Ensemble Cast Led by Sci-Fi Veterans Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh leads the series alongside Hunter Schafer. Yeoh stars as Olwen, an aging replicant nearing the end of her lifespan, while Schafer plays Cora, a desperate fugitive who assumes a new identity as a blade runner. Dimitri Abold and Lewis Gribben round out the cast, which also includes

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 23, 2026

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Regal Resurrects ’31 Screams on Screen’ Horror Marathon for October

Regal Cinemas is bringing back its nationwide 31 Screams on Screen program throughout October, giving horror fans a full month of classic scares on the big screen. The annual series delivers 31 consecutive days of iconic genre cinema. And this year, it features selections curated by three prominent horror filmmakers: James Wan (The Conjuring, Insidious, Saw), Nia DaCosta (Candyman, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple), and Curry Barker (Anything But Ghosts, Obsession). Designed to celebrate the shared auditorium experience, tickets for all daily marathon screenings are priced at $7.99, with full access available for Regal Unlimited subscribers. Acclaimed Directors Share Personal Horror Favorites Each guest director curated four foundational films that shaped their appreciation for the genre, bringing a diverse mix of Gothic horror, psychological thrillers, and creature features back to theaters: James Wan’s Picks: Wan selected these mainstream titles to highlight their singular directorial artistry on the big screen. “While these are often considered mainstream genre films, they were

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 23, 2026

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Apothic Teams with Model and Halloween Icon Heidi Klum for Type ‘A’ Wine Blood Bags

Wine brand Apothic is partnering with supermodel and Halloween icon Heidi Klum to elevate spooky season celebrations with an exclusive release. The collaboration introduces limited-edition Apothic x Heidi Klum Type ‘A’ Blood Bags—collectible wine accessories designed to resemble blood bags and filled with Apothic Red. Shipped in a custom red cooler, the limited-edition set transforms a classic pour into a festive accessory suitable for movie marathons, costume parties, or holiday gatherings. Decadent Flavors Fit for a Legendary Celebration With rich notes of ripe blueberry, boysenberry, vanilla, and mocha, Apothic Red delivers a smooth, indulgent profile. One that pairs seamlessly with Halloween party spreads. The partnership aligns with Apothic’s long-standing tradition of defying conventional wine tropes. It aims to bring a mysterious and bold aesthetic to fall festivities. However, that’s not all! As an official sponsor of Heidi Klum’s milestone 25th annual Halloween bash, Apothic will also offer fans behind-the-scenes social content featuring Klum’s costume teasers, hosting advice, and festive creator

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 23, 2026

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Scary Movie (2026) Is Out Today on 4K and Blu-ray

Over thirteen years after Scary Movie 5, the beloved spoof franchise returns today on physical media with Scary Movie (2026) on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD. Reunited for the first time in over two decades, the franchise’s legendary original cast leads the mayhem in Scary Movie. Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans reprise their iconic roles as Shorty and Ray Wilkins. Anna Faris returns as Cindy Campbell, and Regina Hall is back as Brenda Meeks. This time, the core gang is thrust back into the crosshairs of a relentless masked killer. Joining the core group are Dave Sheridan, Lochlyn Munro, Cheri Oteri, and Chris Elliott. Kenan Thompson, Kim Wayans, Damon Wayans Jr., and Heidi Gardner. No Modern Horror Trope Escapes the Chopping Block The sixth entry aims at every horror trend, trope, and cliché that has emerged over the past decade. And no modern trend is off-limits. The film gleefully parodies elevated horror, prestige art-house thrillers, legacy “requels,” cash-grab prequels, and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 23, 2026

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Director Mike P. Nelson Talks Beware Boiúna, Giant Snakes, and the Amazon in Our Interview

For horror enthusiasts, director Mike P. Nelson is a name that instantly commands respect. After breathing brutal new life into Wrong Turn. And contributing to V/H/S/85, and directing 2025’s Silent Night, Deadly Night, the visionary filmmaker returns. This time to lead audiences straight into the terrifying depths of the South American rainforest. Get ready for Beware Boiúna, offering a pulse-pounding glimpse into a brutal creature feature where modern human arrogance clashes with a colossal entity of ancient myth. Brazilian Folklore Collides with High-Octane Survival Horror Beware Boiúna follows a dedicated team of doctors and relief volunteers as they travel deep into an isolated sector of the jungle to deliver emergency aid to remote river communities. The untamed Amazon, however, shows no mercy to well-meaning outsiders. A mine unknowingly desecrates the resting place of Boiúna—a legendary, gargantuan serpent rooted in Brazilian folklore. Soon, the doctors’ vessel is stranded and cut off from all communication. Trapped on treacherous waters and hunted from both

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 22, 2026

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Shudder Acquires Horror-Comedy ‘Red Snow’ Ahead of Fantastic Fest Debut

Mega genre streaming platform Shudder has officially secured the rights to the upcoming Finnish horror-comedy feature Red Snow. The announcement comes as the film prepares to premiere at Fantastic Fest. It will be arriving on the streaming platform later this year. Blending festive holiday horror with dark comedic tropes, the acquisition expands Shudder’s slate of international genre cinema with a bloody, subversively dark spin on traditional Christmas folklore. A Twisted Festive Nightmare The story follows Johanna. She’s an isolated sixteen-year-old emo teenager living in Finland who harbors romanticized fantasies of meeting a glamorous, brooding vampire prince. However, her dark fairytale dreams are brutally shattered when she encounters Martti. He’s a balding, beer-bellied forty-nine-year-old bloodsucker. He like to disguise himself in a Santa suit to infiltrate homes and slaughter entire families. Crossing paths with the vampire on Christmas Eve, Johanna finds herself ensnared in a violent nightmare of trauma and holiday carnage. This leads to a bloody fight for survival by

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 22, 2026

'Deathgasm II: Goremageddon' Swaps Heart and Humor for Unrelenting Splatter

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‘Deathgasm II: Goremageddon’ is Unleashing Heavy Metal Horror in Cinemas and on VOD

The wait is finally over for metalheads and gorehounds as Deathgasm II: Goremageddon, the explosive sequel to the 2015 cult horror-comedy hit, prepares to blast into theaters. Fresh off its festival run that kicked off with its World Premiere at Fantastic Fest and continued across Sitges, BIFAN, Fantaspoa, and more, this high-octane bloodbath is ready to deliver an unhinged, head-banging cinematic experience. Fans can catch an exhilarating preview of the carnage right now with the release of the new official trailer below. Raising the Dead for the Ultimate Battle of the Bands Years after surviving the demonic carnage of the original film, Brodie is washed up, broke, and trapped in small-town purgatory. Opportunity strikes when the legendary NoizeQuest battle-of-the-bands competition rolls into town. This offers him a desperate shot at redemption and a chance to win back his former love, Medina. One massive hurdle stands in his way. His drummer is down an arm, and his remaining bandmates are completely

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 22, 2026

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