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Travel Guide To The Odd, ‘Weird NJ’ Is Being Adapted For A New TV Series

What started out as a fun newsletter between friends in the 80s, became a magazine in the 1990s. Now, Weird NJ is being adapted for TV series. The live-action horror-comedy series is from Vertigo, “Little Demon” co-creator Kieran Valla, and filmmaker David Kaufmann, who happens to be an NJ native. First published in 1993, Weird NJ, which has just released its 58th issue, is a beloved travel guide to places you won’t find on any map and features locations and stories of weird or unique spots, folklore, and facts. The series will center on an estranged family that is forced by destiny to protect New Jersey from evil, they must temper their resentments and battle a supernatural adversary, who plans to destroy the Garden State and then the world. “Vertigo Entertainment brought the project to the studio alongside a unique story developed by Valla and Kaufmann. The show will utilize the true-life mythology and legends of Weird NJ paired with

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 1, 2022

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Adaptation Of ‘The Registration’ From ‘Night House’ Writers Finds Its Star

Before Madison Lawson‘s novel, The Registration has even had a chance to hit shelves (September 27), there is already a film adaptation in the works that will star Sydney Sweeney (Nocturne), Deadline reports. Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski (The Night House, Super Dark Times, Hellraiser) are writing the script, with Brad Fuller (Friday the 13th, A Quiet Place) serving as producer. The synopsis for the novel goes like this: “Imagine it’s legal to commit one murder in your lifetime? If you Register the victim and accomplish the kill within fourteen days. So when Lynell Mize stands in line to Register the man who abused her as a child, she’s shocked to hear a stranger Register her to be killed. Why would anyone who doesn’t know her squander his one legal murder on her? Desperate to survive the next two weeks, she must find out who wants to kill her… and why. Easier said than done as Lynell soon discovers that

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 31, 2022

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Hellraiser: Pinhead And The Cenobites Raise Hell On Hulu This Halloween Season

Hulu has finally given David Bruckner‘s (The Night House) Hellraiser a release date, unleashing the cenobites this Halloween season. In the movie, “A young woman struggling with addiction comes into possession of an ancient puzzle box, unaware that its purpose is to summon the Cenobites, a group of sadistic supernatural beings from another dimension.” The fact that franchise creator Clive Barker is producing the film, and that it has a rated R for “Strong bloody horror violence and gore, language throughout, some sexual content, and brief graphic nudity,” gives the film a shot at being good, unlike some of the previous installments. Odessa A’zion, Adam Faison, Drew Starkey, Brandon Flynn, Aoife Hinds, Jason Liles, Yinka Olorunnife, Selina Lo, Zachary Hing, Kit Clarke, Goran Visnjic, and Hiam Abbass star alongside Jamie Clayton who is the new Pinhead. Hulu will unleash Pinhead and the cenobites in Hellraiser on October 7, 2022. Check out the new teaser trailer that gives us our first

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 29, 2022

Movie Review: Mean Girls Meets The Exorcist In 'My Best Friend's Exorcism'

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Life Is Hell For A Teen Possessed In ‘My Best Friend’s Exorcism’ (Trailer)

Author Grady Hendrix is well a well-known horror author, delivering novels such as The Final Girl Support Group and Horrorstör. The trailer for the movie adaptation of his 80s set book My Best Friend’s Exorcism is here ahead of its premiere this September. “Surviving the teenage years isn’t easy, especially when you’re possessed by a demon. It’s 1988, and best friends Abby (Elsie Fisher) and Gretchen (Amiah Miller) are navigating boys, pop culture, and a paranormal force clinging to Gretchen like a pair of neon legwarmers. With assistance from overly confident mall exorcist Christian Lemon (Christopher Lowell), Abby is determined to compel the demon back to the pits of hell—if it doesn’t kill Gretchen first.” Directed by Damon Thoman and written by Jenna Lamia, My Best Friend’s Exorcism, which combines horror with a hint of comedy, lands on Prime Video on September 30, 2022.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 29, 2022

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Rob Zombie’s ‘The Munsters’ Coming To Netflix!

Rob Zombie‘s highly anticipated movie, The Munsters, is finally on its way! Not only is it coming to Blu-ray and DVD it’s also set to land on Netflix this Halloween season. “Herman and Lily’s crazy courtship takes The Munsters on a hauntingly hilarious trip from Transylvania to Hollywood in the all-new feature-length film.” Sheri Moon Zombie stars as Lily Munster and Jeff Daniel Phillips as Herman Munster. Daniel Roebuck co-stars as Grandpa Munster. Rob Zombie movie regular Richard Brake (31, 3 from Hell) will play Dr. Henry Augustus Wolfgang. Catherine Schell (“Space: 1999,” The Return of the Pink Panther) is set to appear as “Zoya Krupp, the gypsy queen.” Dee Wallace, Cassandra “Elvira” Peterson, and Jorge Garcia co-star in the movie, which is reportedly over two and a half hours long and centers on a family who moves from Transylvania to an American suburb. The Blu-ray and DVD feature 60 minutes of bonus features including behind-the-scenes footage as well as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 29, 2022

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Danny Huston Joins The Cast Of Rupert Sanders’ ‘The Crow’

Danny Huston, who has starred in films such as Wonder Woman, Clash of the Titans, 30 Days of Night, and The Aviator, as well as in the series “American Horror Story: Coven,” has now joined the cast of Rupert Sanders’ (Ghost in the Shell, Snow White and The Huntsman) upcoming reimagining of The Crow, based on the original graphic novel by James O’Barr. Huston will star alongside FKA twigs (Honeyboy) and Bill Skarsgård (It franchise, Eternals, Deadpool 2) who will play the iconic role of Eric Draven. The story centers on Eric Draven, originally played by Brandon Lee, who is brought back to life to seek revenge after he and his fiance is brutally murdered by a gang. Written by Zach Baylin (King Richard, Creed III), the new version is produced by Molly Hassell (Braven, Terminal), Victor Hadida (Resident Evil and Silent Hill franchises), John Jencks (Honest Thief, Guns Akimbo), and Edward R. Pressman (American Psycho, The Crow, Wall Street)

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 27, 2022

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Award Winning Writer Unveils First Look At New Book ‘It Comes Back’

Award-winning writer & director John Penney debuts the first look at his latest psychological horror novel ‘It Comes Back‘ and asks you to help shape the story. On September 15th, the first two chapters of the book become available via the Crowdfundr platform, and he is actively asking audiences for feedback on his work to shape the story through to the end – akin to a choose your adventure. ‘It Comes Back’ is a psychological horror novel that explores trauma, guilt, and people’s unsuccessful attempts to run away from their past mistakes. As well as getting exclusive access to his book, other perks include getting a character named after you, signed previous works, and one-on-one meetings with John himself, who can impart his wisdom to fellow writing enthusiasts. Penney’s previous novels include ‘Truck Stop’ and ‘Killing Time’ but he is best known for the films Return of the Living Dead III, Zyzzyx Road, Hellgate, and The Kindred. “I have spent

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 24, 2022

New Title And Poster For 'Train To Busan' "Reimagining" Reveals Location

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Train To Busan & Hellbound Director Is Back With The Series “Parasyte”

Director Yeon Sang-ho, the filmmaker behind Train to Busan and Hellbound, is set to write and direct Netflix’s upcoming Korean live-action sci-fi horror series “Parasyte: The Grey” based on the Japanese manga Parasyte. The story follows a group of people as they wage war against unidentified parasitic life-forms that take control of human hosts and aim to grow their power. “Published by Kodansha, the original science fiction body horror manga series by Hitoshi Iwaaki has sold more than 25 million copies in over 20 territories and countries and spawned popular animation and live-action adaptations.” ScreenDaily reports. Jeon So-nee, Koo Kyo-hwan, and Lee Jung-Hyun are set to star in “Parasyte: The Grey” which will be produced for Netflix by Climax Studio (Hellbound) and Wow Point. “The story will be completely different from the original,” Yeon told ScreenDaily. “The opening will set up that the parasites have landed in Korea, too, and what happens. I conveyed that I wanted to do this

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 24, 2022

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Reboot Of Murder Mystery Classic ‘Clue’ Starring Ryan Reynolds Finds New Writer

It’s been ages since we’ve heard any news about the upcoming reboot of the murder mystery movie Clue. But today, we have an update. Deadline reports that the movie is still coming and has found a new writer, Oren Uziel (The Lost City, Escape Romm: Tournament of Champions) who will rework the most recent script written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick (Zombieland, Deadpool). James Bobin (The Muppets) will be directing the reboot for 20th Century Studios which will star Deadpool and Free Guy actor Ryan Reynolds. In the original, “six guests are anonymously invited to a strange mansion for dinner, but after their host is killed, they must cooperate with the staff to identify the murderer as the bodies pile up.” The original film was released back in 1985 and starred Tim Curry. It is based upon the classic board game that hit the market in 1943. We’ll update you when we know more. In the meantime, here’s a

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 24, 2022

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‘Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game’ Is Coming!

Good Shepherd Entertainment and MGM have revealed an ambitious entry into the multiplayer horror genre, Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game, a new 3v7 asymmetrical online multiplayer game inspired by MGM’s 1988 cult horror classic film about murderous alien Klowns that come to feed on the quiet town of Crescent Cove. Players can team up as either Klowns or humans, choosing from a variety of character classes, to explore an expansive and ever-changing map with creepy surprises waiting around every corner! Led by visionary game designer and Friday the 13th: The Game Executive Director Randy Greenback, Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is blood-pumping asymmetrical multiplayer horror, boasting a uniquely campy sense of humor and nightmarish unpredictability that keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting with each session. The game is being developed as a live-service title, with multiple content updates planned for post-launch, and is expected to release in early 2023 on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S,

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Daniel S. Liuzzi

Aug 23, 2022

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