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Hold onto your helmets, Spartans! The wait is over as “Halo” season 2 has landed on Paramount+, promising an even deeper dive into the iconic video game universe and a desperate fight for humanity’s survival. Master Chief John-117 (Pablo Schreiber), the legendary Spartan warrior, returns alongside his elite squad, facing a more relentless Covenant threat than ever before. This season, the stakes are higher as John discovers a profound connection to the Halo, an alien artifact that holds the key to both salvation and destruction. Season two builds upon the success of the series’ debut, which became the most-viewed premiere in Paramount+ history. It dives deeper into the established universe, exploring not just epic battles but also the characters’ personal struggles and complex relationships. New faces join the fight: New cast members have joined the fight this season. Joseph Morgan (“The Originals”) portrays James Ackerson as a cunning intelligence operative with a hidden agenda. He’s joined by Cristina Rodlo (Miss
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Fan-favorite metalhead Eddie Munson, played in season four of “Stranger Things” by Joseph Quinn, is getting his own story! This October, his backstory will be revealed in Stranger Things: Flight of Icarus, a new novel by Caitlin Schneiderhan. It will take us deep into Eddie’s past, two years before the events of Season 4. Published by Penguin Random House, this prequel promises a thrilling journey exploring the origins of the charismatic Hawkins outcast. Before the Upside Down: Flight of Icarus rewinds the clock to 1984, revealing a different side of Eddie. While Season 4 introduced him as the “nerdy lost sheep of Hawkins High,” the book delves into his hidden depths. We’ll see Eddie grappling with complex family dynamics and chasing a dream – a chance for musical glory with his band Corroded Coffin. However, fame doesn’t come cheap, and Eddie must make difficult choices, even resorting to his father’s questionable schemes, to finance his aspirations. From Misfit to Hero:
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Prepare yourself: Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2, the sequel to the 2023 viral horror sensation Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey, is set to unleash even more chilling chaos and a bigger body count while ruining your childhood once more. From Beloved Bear to Bloodthirsty Beast: Deep within the once-idyllic 100-acre Wood, rage simmers. Betrayed by Christopher Robin’s revelation of their existence, Pooh, Piglet, Owl, and Tigger find their home threatened. Driven by a thirst for revenge and a taste for flesh, they vow to leave their peaceful past behind and bring terror to everyone they encounter. Ashdown Under Attack: Their target: the unsuspecting town of Ashdown, Christopher Robin’s home. Fueled by their twisted sense of justice, our childhood icons transform into monstrous killing machines, leaving a bloody trail of terror and bodies in their wake. Witness a brutal rampage where innocence is shattered, the body count rises and screams fill the air. Prepare for a Grisly Encounter: Director Rhys
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Forget romanticized Westerns. Storm King Comics’ “Dark & Twisted” imprint takes you on a terrifying ride with Long Haul, a graphic novel dripping with vengeance, violence, and blood. Where Hope Ends, Revenge Begins: Written by Cullen Bunn and Heath Amodio, with art by Andrea Mutti, Gigi Baldassini, and Valerio Alloro, Long Haul delves into the real-life horror of America’s missing: over 700 individuals swallowed by the vast highways, preyed upon by serial killers lurking in the shadows. A Family’s Desperate Search: When Sarah Blake disappears on her way to work, grief turns to rage for her brothers, Danny and Carl. Their sickly father succumbs to the loss, leaving them fueled by a single purpose: hunt down the “long haul” killers and find Sarah, no matter the cost. Facing a Twisted Convoy: Their investigation leads them to “The Nine,” a chillingly efficient group of sociopaths behind the wheel. As they fight their way through this ghoulish gang and their protectors, the
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AdaptationNewsParamount+Streaming TVTrailers
Prepare to face the unknown once more, Spartans! Paramount+’s hit series “Halo,” based on the iconic video game franchise, triumphantly returns for its highly anticipated second season this February! A Hero Rises as Hope Dwindles: Join the legendary Master Chief John-117 (Pablo Schreiber) and his elite Spartan squad in a desperate struggle against the ever-encroaching Covenant threat. Humanity is fate hanging in the balance. John uncovers a profound connection to a mysterious alien artifact – the Halo – with the potential for salvation and oblivion. Season 2 Heats Up: This explosive new season dives deeper into the universe established in the series’ first season. Whose debut marked the most viewed premiere in Paramount+’s history. Fresh Faces Join the Fight: Season 2 welcomes exciting new talent to the cast. Joseph Morgan (“The Originals”) joins the team as James Ackerson, a cunning intelligence operative with a hidden agenda. Cristina Rodlo (Miss Bala) joins as Talia Perez, a rookie linguist, is thrust into
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Corpulent lawyer Billy Halleck (Robert John Burke, Dust Devil, Robocop 3) spends his days drinking smoothies in an effort to shed some pounds, fucking that up by eating massive quantities of food, and getting mafioso-types off the hook legally… while not starring at the asses of the more comely members of the group of wandering Romany folk that have rolled into town. Speaking of those folk, Billy manages to run over one of them with his car while getting a blow job from his wife, Heidi (Michael McDowell)… and since he’s buddy-buddy with The Man he gets off scot-F’n-free… but not before the tribe’s elder, Tadzu (Michael Constantine), touches Billy. Before you can say “Slimfast” ol’ Billy-boy begins shedding pounds lickety-split, even though he hasn’t curbed his eating a damn bit… and get this, other folks the Elder touched have been afflicted with horrible maladies six ways to Sunday! Will are hero find a way to remove the curse, or
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After being hit with delays, the wait for Dune: Part Two is nearly over after a two-year wait. The new trailer has arrived, and we are given a glimpse of the fan-favorite character Feyd-Rautha, played by Austin Butler, a rival to Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet). The trailer also gives us a glimpse of the movie’s epic battle scenes that play out against a stunning backdrop. It also features the movie’s stars discussing the film. Following Frank Herbert’s Classic Novel Part Two will center on the character Paul Atreides. Who has been united with the Fremen after the murder of his father by sinister imperial forces. Thirsty for revenge, Duke wages war against those who destroyed his family while trying to prevent a terrifying future only he can foresee. The Cast Dune: Part Two features an impressive cast, including Zendaya, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, and Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen. Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, and Javier Bardem also star. More Dune in
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2024’s first horror film, Night Swim, is now out on Digital! Night Swim opened in theaters earlier this month. Now, you can watch it from the comfort of your couch. So, pop some popcorn, put on your comfy pants, and dive into terror. The film stars Wyatt Russell (“Monarch”) as Ray Waller, a former major league baseball player forced into early retirement. He moves into a new home with his wife Eve (Oscar® nominee Kerry Condon), teenage daughter Izzy (Amélie Hoeferle), and young son Elliot (Gavin Warren). Hoping, against the odds to return to pro ball, Ray persuades Eve that the new home’s backyard swimming pool will be fun for the kids and provide physical therapy for him. However, a dark secret will unleash an evil force that will drag the family into the depths of inescapable terror. Night Swim is written and directed by Bryce McGuire, who is also behind the upcoming horror film Baghead. Night Swim is based
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One Disney property is very popular in the world of horror this year, with Pinnochio getting not one but two horror movie adaptations. We reported earlier this week that Pinocchio: Unstrung is headed your way from the demented team that ruined your childhood with Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey. Now, news has come that a movie titled Pinnochio: Strings of Death is also set to premiere this year from writer-director Michael Moutsatsos, known for his films Ravage, Ravage Nation, and The Butcher. Strings of Death takes us back to 1448, when Count Maurice, the “Impaler of Tuscany,” was finally killed, ending his horrific and brutal reign. The stake used to kill him was infused with his blood. Centuries later, Gepetto finds the hidden stake in The “Cursed Woods.” Unaware of its curse, Gepetto uses the wood to carve Pinocchio, unleashing an evil force. The first poster for the indie film has been unleashed, and it’s creepy as hell, revealing
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What do you get when you combine Corey Haim, Gary Busey, werewolves and The King of Horror himself? Horror fans will immediately guess 1985’s fright flick Silver Bullet. And non-horror fans… well I have no idea what they would think… and what the hell are they doing on this website anyway? Anyway, Scream Factory have unleashed a 4k/Blu-ray combo release of Silver Bullet, and yours cruelly is going to slap his putrid peepers upon it! In the quaint small town of Tarker’s Mills nothing exciting seems to happen… until the murders begin that is! Enter: Marty Coslaw (Corey Haim, The Lost Boys), a wheelchair (a motorized number which just so happens to be named Silver Bullet) bound lad who lives with his family… including his beloved (by Marty only) freeloading drunk of an uncle, Red (Gary Busey) smack dab in the middle of The ‘Mills. Being an ‘80s movie (based on an ‘80s book… novella, whatever… it’s Stephen King’s 1983-released
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AdaptationGamingNewsParamount+Streaming TVTrailers
Hold onto your helmets, Spartans! The wait is over as “Halo” season 2 has landed on Paramount+, promising an even deeper dive into the iconic video game universe and a desperate fight for humanity’s survival. Master Chief John-117 (Pablo Schreiber), the legendary Spartan warrior, returns alongside his elite squad, facing a more relentless Covenant threat than ever before. This season, the stakes are higher as John discovers a profound connection to the Halo, an alien artifact that holds the key to both salvation and destruction. Season two builds upon the success of the series’ debut, which became the most-viewed premiere in Paramount+ history. It dives deeper into the established universe, exploring not just epic battles but also the characters’ personal struggles and complex relationships. New faces join the fight: New cast members have joined the fight this season. Joseph Morgan (“The Originals”) portrays James Ackerson as a cunning intelligence operative with a hidden agenda. He’s joined by Cristina Rodlo (Miss
Continue reading →
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Fan-favorite metalhead Eddie Munson, played in season four of “Stranger Things” by Joseph Quinn, is getting his own story! This October, his backstory will be revealed in Stranger Things: Flight of Icarus, a new novel by Caitlin Schneiderhan. It will take us deep into Eddie’s past, two years before the events of Season 4. Published by Penguin Random House, this prequel promises a thrilling journey exploring the origins of the charismatic Hawkins outcast. Before the Upside Down: Flight of Icarus rewinds the clock to 1984, revealing a different side of Eddie. While Season 4 introduced him as the “nerdy lost sheep of Hawkins High,” the book delves into his hidden depths. We’ll see Eddie grappling with complex family dynamics and chasing a dream – a chance for musical glory with his band Corroded Coffin. However, fame doesn’t come cheap, and Eddie must make difficult choices, even resorting to his father’s questionable schemes, to finance his aspirations. From Misfit to Hero:
Continue reading →
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Prepare yourself: Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2, the sequel to the 2023 viral horror sensation Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey, is set to unleash even more chilling chaos and a bigger body count while ruining your childhood once more. From Beloved Bear to Bloodthirsty Beast: Deep within the once-idyllic 100-acre Wood, rage simmers. Betrayed by Christopher Robin’s revelation of their existence, Pooh, Piglet, Owl, and Tigger find their home threatened. Driven by a thirst for revenge and a taste for flesh, they vow to leave their peaceful past behind and bring terror to everyone they encounter. Ashdown Under Attack: Their target: the unsuspecting town of Ashdown, Christopher Robin’s home. Fueled by their twisted sense of justice, our childhood icons transform into monstrous killing machines, leaving a bloody trail of terror and bodies in their wake. Witness a brutal rampage where innocence is shattered, the body count rises and screams fill the air. Prepare for a Grisly Encounter: Director Rhys
Continue reading →
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Forget romanticized Westerns. Storm King Comics’ “Dark & Twisted” imprint takes you on a terrifying ride with Long Haul, a graphic novel dripping with vengeance, violence, and blood. Where Hope Ends, Revenge Begins: Written by Cullen Bunn and Heath Amodio, with art by Andrea Mutti, Gigi Baldassini, and Valerio Alloro, Long Haul delves into the real-life horror of America’s missing: over 700 individuals swallowed by the vast highways, preyed upon by serial killers lurking in the shadows. A Family’s Desperate Search: When Sarah Blake disappears on her way to work, grief turns to rage for her brothers, Danny and Carl. Their sickly father succumbs to the loss, leaving them fueled by a single purpose: hunt down the “long haul” killers and find Sarah, no matter the cost. Facing a Twisted Convoy: Their investigation leads them to “The Nine,” a chillingly efficient group of sociopaths behind the wheel. As they fight their way through this ghoulish gang and their protectors, the
Continue reading →
AdaptationNewsParamount+Streaming TVTrailers
Prepare to face the unknown once more, Spartans! Paramount+’s hit series “Halo,” based on the iconic video game franchise, triumphantly returns for its highly anticipated second season this February! A Hero Rises as Hope Dwindles: Join the legendary Master Chief John-117 (Pablo Schreiber) and his elite Spartan squad in a desperate struggle against the ever-encroaching Covenant threat. Humanity is fate hanging in the balance. John uncovers a profound connection to a mysterious alien artifact – the Halo – with the potential for salvation and oblivion. Season 2 Heats Up: This explosive new season dives deeper into the universe established in the series’ first season. Whose debut marked the most viewed premiere in Paramount+’s history. Fresh Faces Join the Fight: Season 2 welcomes exciting new talent to the cast. Joseph Morgan (“The Originals”) joins the team as James Ackerson, a cunning intelligence operative with a hidden agenda. Cristina Rodlo (Miss Bala) joins as Talia Perez, a rookie linguist, is thrust into
Continue reading →
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Corpulent lawyer Billy Halleck (Robert John Burke, Dust Devil, Robocop 3) spends his days drinking smoothies in an effort to shed some pounds, fucking that up by eating massive quantities of food, and getting mafioso-types off the hook legally… while not starring at the asses of the more comely members of the group of wandering Romany folk that have rolled into town. Speaking of those folk, Billy manages to run over one of them with his car while getting a blow job from his wife, Heidi (Michael McDowell)… and since he’s buddy-buddy with The Man he gets off scot-F’n-free… but not before the tribe’s elder, Tadzu (Michael Constantine), touches Billy. Before you can say “Slimfast” ol’ Billy-boy begins shedding pounds lickety-split, even though he hasn’t curbed his eating a damn bit… and get this, other folks the Elder touched have been afflicted with horrible maladies six ways to Sunday! Will are hero find a way to remove the curse, or
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksMoviesNewsTrailers
After being hit with delays, the wait for Dune: Part Two is nearly over after a two-year wait. The new trailer has arrived, and we are given a glimpse of the fan-favorite character Feyd-Rautha, played by Austin Butler, a rival to Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet). The trailer also gives us a glimpse of the movie’s epic battle scenes that play out against a stunning backdrop. It also features the movie’s stars discussing the film. Following Frank Herbert’s Classic Novel Part Two will center on the character Paul Atreides. Who has been united with the Fremen after the murder of his father by sinister imperial forces. Thirsty for revenge, Duke wages war against those who destroyed his family while trying to prevent a terrifying future only he can foresee. The Cast Dune: Part Two features an impressive cast, including Zendaya, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, and Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen. Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, and Javier Bardem also star. More Dune in
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2024’s first horror film, Night Swim, is now out on Digital! Night Swim opened in theaters earlier this month. Now, you can watch it from the comfort of your couch. So, pop some popcorn, put on your comfy pants, and dive into terror. The film stars Wyatt Russell (“Monarch”) as Ray Waller, a former major league baseball player forced into early retirement. He moves into a new home with his wife Eve (Oscar® nominee Kerry Condon), teenage daughter Izzy (Amélie Hoeferle), and young son Elliot (Gavin Warren). Hoping, against the odds to return to pro ball, Ray persuades Eve that the new home’s backyard swimming pool will be fun for the kids and provide physical therapy for him. However, a dark secret will unleash an evil force that will drag the family into the depths of inescapable terror. Night Swim is written and directed by Bryce McGuire, who is also behind the upcoming horror film Baghead. Night Swim is based
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksMoviesNews
One Disney property is very popular in the world of horror this year, with Pinnochio getting not one but two horror movie adaptations. We reported earlier this week that Pinocchio: Unstrung is headed your way from the demented team that ruined your childhood with Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey. Now, news has come that a movie titled Pinnochio: Strings of Death is also set to premiere this year from writer-director Michael Moutsatsos, known for his films Ravage, Ravage Nation, and The Butcher. Strings of Death takes us back to 1448, when Count Maurice, the “Impaler of Tuscany,” was finally killed, ending his horrific and brutal reign. The stake used to kill him was infused with his blood. Centuries later, Gepetto finds the hidden stake in The “Cursed Woods.” Unaware of its curse, Gepetto uses the wood to carve Pinocchio, unleashing an evil force. The first poster for the indie film has been unleashed, and it’s creepy as hell, revealing
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksMoviesReviews
What do you get when you combine Corey Haim, Gary Busey, werewolves and The King of Horror himself? Horror fans will immediately guess 1985’s fright flick Silver Bullet. And non-horror fans… well I have no idea what they would think… and what the hell are they doing on this website anyway? Anyway, Scream Factory have unleashed a 4k/Blu-ray combo release of Silver Bullet, and yours cruelly is going to slap his putrid peepers upon it! In the quaint small town of Tarker’s Mills nothing exciting seems to happen… until the murders begin that is! Enter: Marty Coslaw (Corey Haim, The Lost Boys), a wheelchair (a motorized number which just so happens to be named Silver Bullet) bound lad who lives with his family… including his beloved (by Marty only) freeloading drunk of an uncle, Red (Gary Busey) smack dab in the middle of The ‘Mills. Being an ‘80s movie (based on an ‘80s book… novella, whatever… it’s Stephen King’s 1983-released
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