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Ring In The Holidays With Shudder’s Movies, Specials, And More

Shudder is wrapping up a record-breaking year with holiday specials from two of our most popular series, exclusive new supernatural chillers, massive new collections focused on holiday horrors and Giallo, and so much more. NEW SHUDDER SPECIALS JOE BOB SAVES CHRISTMAS — December 11 at 9 pm ET The Christmas spirit takes over The Last Drive-In as Joe Bob and Darcy close out the year with a double feature of holiday horrors. Premieres live on the ShudderTV feed Friday, December 11, and will be made available on-demand on Sunday, December 13. (Also available on Shudder Canada) A CREEPSHOW HOLIDAY SPECIAL — December 18 In the holiday-themed, hour-long episode, “Shapeshifters Anonymous,” fearing he is a murderer, an anxious man searches for answers for his “unique condition” from an unusual support group. Starring Anna Camp (Pitch Perfect) and Adam Pally (The Mindy Project), the special is written and directed by Creepshow showrunner Greg Nicotero, based on a short story by J.A. Konrath

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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Bruce Willis And Thomas Jane Battle Aliens In The Trailer For ‘Breach’

Bruce Willis stars in the action-packed, sci-fi thriller Breach, landing this winter. Ahead of its release, we’ve got the new trailer that’s out of this world, which reveals a nasty alien out to end humanity. Directed by John Suits, based on the screenplay by Edward Drake, Corey Large, Breach follows an interstellar ark fleeing a devastating plague on Earth when it comes under attack from a new threat; a shape-shifting alien force intent on slaughtering what is left of humanity. Cody Kearsley, Rachel Nichols, and Thomas Jane also star in Breach, landing in theaters and on Digital and On Demand on December 18, 2020, from Saban Films.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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‘Thirst’ Bares Its Teeth In New Blood-Drenched Trailer Ahead Of Its US Release

The new Icelandic adrenaline-pumping vampire epic Thirst will bare its fangs on DVD and Digital this December in North America. Ahead of its arrival, we have the new blood-drenched Green Band trailer. The addict Hulda is arrested and accused of murdering her brother. After she is let go because of insufficient evidence, she meets Hjörtur, a thousand-year-old gay vampire. Together they fight a cult while being investigated by a rogue detective. From directors, Steinþór Hróar Steinþórsson and Gaukur Úlfars comes this high-energy thrill fest with some of the most creative films to grace a screen in years. Hjörtur Sævar Steinason, Jens Jensson, Hulda Lind Kristinsdóttir, Ester Sveinbjarnardóttir, Birgitta Sigursteinsdóttir, and Birna Halldórsdóttir star. Direct from a well-received festival run, where it played such fests as ScreamFest 2020, London FrightFest, and Out On Film, Thirst comes to DVD and Digital December 1, 2020, from Uncork’d Entertainment.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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New ‘Antebellum’ Clip And Images Take Viewers Behind The Scenes

To celebrate today’s home release of the horrifying, suspense-filled thriller, Antebellum, we have a brand new special features behind-the-scenes video from the Blu-ray to share with you as well as new images. Featuring an all-star cast including Janelle Monáe (Hidden Figures, Moonlight, Harriet), Eric Lange (TV’s “Escape at Dannemora,” “Narcos,” “Lost”), Jena Malone (Contact, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, The Neon Demon), Jack Huston (Kill Your Darlings, American Hustle, Ben-Hur), Kiersey Clemons (Dope, Sweetheart, Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising), and Gabourey Sidibe (Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire, TV’s “Empire,” Tower Heist), the film aims to spark a “new and innovative way of talking about modern issues” (Janelle Monáe). In the film, successful author Veronica Henley (Janelle Monáe) finds herself trapped in a horrifying reality that forces her to confront the past, present, and future – before it’s too late. From QC Entertainment, producer of the award-winning films Get Out, Us, and BlacKkKlansman, Antebellum is written, produced, and directed

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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Horror Anthology ’13 Slays Till X-Mas’ Gifts Genre Fans With A Killer Trailer

The highly-anticipated holiday horror anthology 13 Slays Till X-Mas has just gifted genre fans with the premiere of their brand new trailer! 13 Slays Till X-Mas is set on December 24th, Christmas Eve, with five seemingly random men who are invited to a dive bar by a mysterious e-mail. They decide to pass the time by resurrecting the old tradition of telling scary stories on Christmas Eve. As each takes turns spinning yarns of yuletide terror it becomes evident, they may be harboring a dark and deadly secret. The film is from writer-producer P.J. Starks, the creator of Volumes of Blood, and producer Eric Huskisson (The Confession of Fred Krueger, VOB: Horror Stories). The film features thirteen Christmas themed stories of merry mayhem from Brittany Blanton (Seasons Greetings 2), Sean Blevins (Trick or Treat), Jed Brian (Unlisted Owner), William Capps (After the Slasher), Alex Clark, John Hale (The Conduit), Blair Hoyle (Five Wild Animals), Robert Kern III, Carlos Omar De

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Ella Rebecca Horton
Nov 9, 2020
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One Man’s ‘Writer’s Block’ May Prove Fatal In New Movie

A struggling writer. A mysterious man with a wad of cash. The opportunity of a lifetime: co-author a book with best-selling author Chester Everett McGraw. All Skip Larson must do is sever ties to the outside world for six months and focus on his greatest passion: writing. It’s an opportunity too good to pass up. But Skip should have known that nothing comes easy in life . . . or death. Written, produced, and directed by Ray Spivey and Jeff Kerr. This award-winning indie thriller stars Mike Gassaway, Craig Nigh, Chris Warner, and introduces Jeannie Carter Cruz. Gravitas Ventures will release Writer’s Block on VOD and Digital and all major cable/satellite platforms on Tuesday, November 3.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2020
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There’s Something Dark Under The Surface Of ‘What Lies Below’ (Trailer)

Writer-director Branden R. Duemmler (Locked In) makes his feature debut with horror-thriller What Lies Below which has a new trailer that you need to see! Just from the trailer, you can tell that something is definitely wrong with Mr. Right. Starring Mena Suvari, the film centers on a 16-year-old girl returning home from camp who learns that her mother has a new boyfriend, one she intends to marry, a man whose charm, intelligence, and beauty makes him look like he’s not human at all. The cast also includes Ema Horvath, Trey Tucker, Troy Iwata, and Haskiri Vazquez. What Lies Below is set to be released On Demand on December 4, 2020, from Vertical Entertainment.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2020
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Shudder Acquires The Supernatural Horror ‘The Banishing’ (Trailer)

AMC Networks’ streaming network Shudder has closed a deal, obtaining the rights to The Banishing, Christopher Smith’s supernatural horror film starring Jessica Brown Findlay, John Heffernan, John Lynch, and Sean Harris, which made its world premiere at Sitges earlier this month. Deadline reports that the film, set in England in the 1930s, “tells the story of a young reverend, his wife, and daughter who move into a manor with a horrifying secret. When a vengeful spirit haunts the little girl and threatens to tear the family apart, the reverend and his wife are forced to confront their beliefs. They must turn to black magic by seeking the help of a famous Occultist or risk losing their daughter.” Having long been fans of his impeccably crafted, wonderfully terrifying films, we are delighted to be bringing Chris Smith’s latest horror treat to Shudder,” said Emily Gotto, Shudder’s Global Head of Acquisitions. We’re so thrilled to be partnering with Shudder on The Banishing.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 8, 2020
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Sink Your Teeth Into The NSFW, Gore-Filled Red Band Trailer For ‘Thirst’

Ahead of the December release of the Icelandic vampire movie Thirst, the new gore-filled, blood-drenched red band trailer has been unleashed. Directed by Gaukur Úlfarsson and Steinþór Hróar Steinþórsson, the movie is set in “a small town where evil is lurking around and strange crimes and brutality frequently occur,” Bloody-Disgusting reports. “Thirst follows Hulda, a woman who is suspected of being responsible for the death of her brother and is being investigated by the police. After being released from custody due to insufficient evidence, she has nowhere to turn to. Lingering around in the cold, she befriends an elderly man who turns out to be a 1,000-year old, single, and a gay vampire who brings her brother to life, leading to terrible consequences.” Hjörtur Sævar Steinason, Ingvar E. Sigurdsson (Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald), Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir, and Ólafía Hrönn Jónsdóttir (“Black Mirror”) star in this intense, action-packed flick. Thirst sinks its teeth into Digital and DVD on December 1,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 8, 2020
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‘Jurassic World: Dominion’ Has Wrapped Filming (Images)

18 months ago pre-production began on the third installment of the Jurassic World franchise, unfortunately, it was delayed like many by the pandemic causing the release to be delayed twice. The big-budget ($165 million) blockbuster not only had dinosaurs and action sequences to deal with, but they also had to spend millions on more than 40,000 COVID tests with the main crew spending months in isolation! But we have great news today! According to Deadline, Jurassic World: Dominion has now officially wrapped filming at the UK’s Pinewood Studios! There are a lot of emotions,” director Colin Trevorrow told the site on his way to shoot the movie’s finale, which will include “Jurassic legacy actors Sam Neil, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum, Jurassic World stars Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard and newcomers to the movie such as Mamoudou Athie and DeWanda Wise [who we’ve separately heard could have a big role in future instalments]…and some dinosaurs, of course. I’m not

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 7, 2020

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Ring In The Holidays With Shudder’s Movies, Specials, And More

Shudder is wrapping up a record-breaking year with holiday specials from two of our most popular series, exclusive new supernatural chillers, massive new collections focused on holiday horrors and Giallo, and so much more. NEW SHUDDER SPECIALS JOE BOB SAVES CHRISTMAS — December 11 at 9 pm ET The Christmas spirit takes over The Last Drive-In as Joe Bob and Darcy close out the year with a double feature of holiday horrors. Premieres live on the ShudderTV feed Friday, December 11, and will be made available on-demand on Sunday, December 13. (Also available on Shudder Canada) A CREEPSHOW HOLIDAY SPECIAL — December 18 In the holiday-themed, hour-long episode, “Shapeshifters Anonymous,” fearing he is a murderer, an anxious man searches for answers for his “unique condition” from an unusual support group. Starring Anna Camp (Pitch Perfect) and Adam Pally (The Mindy Project), the special is written and directed by Creepshow showrunner Greg Nicotero, based on a short story by J.A. Konrath

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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Bruce Willis And Thomas Jane Battle Aliens In The Trailer For ‘Breach’

Bruce Willis stars in the action-packed, sci-fi thriller Breach, landing this winter. Ahead of its release, we’ve got the new trailer that’s out of this world, which reveals a nasty alien out to end humanity. Directed by John Suits, based on the screenplay by Edward Drake, Corey Large, Breach follows an interstellar ark fleeing a devastating plague on Earth when it comes under attack from a new threat; a shape-shifting alien force intent on slaughtering what is left of humanity. Cody Kearsley, Rachel Nichols, and Thomas Jane also star in Breach, landing in theaters and on Digital and On Demand on December 18, 2020, from Saban Films.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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‘Thirst’ Bares Its Teeth In New Blood-Drenched Trailer Ahead Of Its US Release

The new Icelandic adrenaline-pumping vampire epic Thirst will bare its fangs on DVD and Digital this December in North America. Ahead of its arrival, we have the new blood-drenched Green Band trailer. The addict Hulda is arrested and accused of murdering her brother. After she is let go because of insufficient evidence, she meets Hjörtur, a thousand-year-old gay vampire. Together they fight a cult while being investigated by a rogue detective. From directors, Steinþór Hróar Steinþórsson and Gaukur Úlfars comes this high-energy thrill fest with some of the most creative films to grace a screen in years. Hjörtur Sævar Steinason, Jens Jensson, Hulda Lind Kristinsdóttir, Ester Sveinbjarnardóttir, Birgitta Sigursteinsdóttir, and Birna Halldórsdóttir star. Direct from a well-received festival run, where it played such fests as ScreamFest 2020, London FrightFest, and Out On Film, Thirst comes to DVD and Digital December 1, 2020, from Uncork’d Entertainment.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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New ‘Antebellum’ Clip And Images Take Viewers Behind The Scenes

To celebrate today’s home release of the horrifying, suspense-filled thriller, Antebellum, we have a brand new special features behind-the-scenes video from the Blu-ray to share with you as well as new images. Featuring an all-star cast including Janelle Monáe (Hidden Figures, Moonlight, Harriet), Eric Lange (TV’s “Escape at Dannemora,” “Narcos,” “Lost”), Jena Malone (Contact, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, The Neon Demon), Jack Huston (Kill Your Darlings, American Hustle, Ben-Hur), Kiersey Clemons (Dope, Sweetheart, Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising), and Gabourey Sidibe (Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire, TV’s “Empire,” Tower Heist), the film aims to spark a “new and innovative way of talking about modern issues” (Janelle Monáe). In the film, successful author Veronica Henley (Janelle Monáe) finds herself trapped in a horrifying reality that forces her to confront the past, present, and future – before it’s too late. From QC Entertainment, producer of the award-winning films Get Out, Us, and BlacKkKlansman, Antebellum is written, produced, and directed

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2020
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Horror Anthology ’13 Slays Till X-Mas’ Gifts Genre Fans With A Killer Trailer

The highly-anticipated holiday horror anthology 13 Slays Till X-Mas has just gifted genre fans with the premiere of their brand new trailer! 13 Slays Till X-Mas is set on December 24th, Christmas Eve, with five seemingly random men who are invited to a dive bar by a mysterious e-mail. They decide to pass the time by resurrecting the old tradition of telling scary stories on Christmas Eve. As each takes turns spinning yarns of yuletide terror it becomes evident, they may be harboring a dark and deadly secret. The film is from writer-producer P.J. Starks, the creator of Volumes of Blood, and producer Eric Huskisson (The Confession of Fred Krueger, VOB: Horror Stories). The film features thirteen Christmas themed stories of merry mayhem from Brittany Blanton (Seasons Greetings 2), Sean Blevins (Trick or Treat), Jed Brian (Unlisted Owner), William Capps (After the Slasher), Alex Clark, John Hale (The Conduit), Blair Hoyle (Five Wild Animals), Robert Kern III, Carlos Omar De

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Ella Rebecca Horton
Nov 9, 2020
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One Man’s ‘Writer’s Block’ May Prove Fatal In New Movie

A struggling writer. A mysterious man with a wad of cash. The opportunity of a lifetime: co-author a book with best-selling author Chester Everett McGraw. All Skip Larson must do is sever ties to the outside world for six months and focus on his greatest passion: writing. It’s an opportunity too good to pass up. But Skip should have known that nothing comes easy in life . . . or death. Written, produced, and directed by Ray Spivey and Jeff Kerr. This award-winning indie thriller stars Mike Gassaway, Craig Nigh, Chris Warner, and introduces Jeannie Carter Cruz. Gravitas Ventures will release Writer’s Block on VOD and Digital and all major cable/satellite platforms on Tuesday, November 3.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2020
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There’s Something Dark Under The Surface Of ‘What Lies Below’ (Trailer)

Writer-director Branden R. Duemmler (Locked In) makes his feature debut with horror-thriller What Lies Below which has a new trailer that you need to see! Just from the trailer, you can tell that something is definitely wrong with Mr. Right. Starring Mena Suvari, the film centers on a 16-year-old girl returning home from camp who learns that her mother has a new boyfriend, one she intends to marry, a man whose charm, intelligence, and beauty makes him look like he’s not human at all. The cast also includes Ema Horvath, Trey Tucker, Troy Iwata, and Haskiri Vazquez. What Lies Below is set to be released On Demand on December 4, 2020, from Vertical Entertainment.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2020
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Shudder Acquires The Supernatural Horror ‘The Banishing’ (Trailer)

AMC Networks’ streaming network Shudder has closed a deal, obtaining the rights to The Banishing, Christopher Smith’s supernatural horror film starring Jessica Brown Findlay, John Heffernan, John Lynch, and Sean Harris, which made its world premiere at Sitges earlier this month. Deadline reports that the film, set in England in the 1930s, “tells the story of a young reverend, his wife, and daughter who move into a manor with a horrifying secret. When a vengeful spirit haunts the little girl and threatens to tear the family apart, the reverend and his wife are forced to confront their beliefs. They must turn to black magic by seeking the help of a famous Occultist or risk losing their daughter.” Having long been fans of his impeccably crafted, wonderfully terrifying films, we are delighted to be bringing Chris Smith’s latest horror treat to Shudder,” said Emily Gotto, Shudder’s Global Head of Acquisitions. We’re so thrilled to be partnering with Shudder on The Banishing.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 8, 2020
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Sink Your Teeth Into The NSFW, Gore-Filled Red Band Trailer For ‘Thirst’

Ahead of the December release of the Icelandic vampire movie Thirst, the new gore-filled, blood-drenched red band trailer has been unleashed. Directed by Gaukur Úlfarsson and Steinþór Hróar Steinþórsson, the movie is set in “a small town where evil is lurking around and strange crimes and brutality frequently occur,” Bloody-Disgusting reports. “Thirst follows Hulda, a woman who is suspected of being responsible for the death of her brother and is being investigated by the police. After being released from custody due to insufficient evidence, she has nowhere to turn to. Lingering around in the cold, she befriends an elderly man who turns out to be a 1,000-year old, single, and a gay vampire who brings her brother to life, leading to terrible consequences.” Hjörtur Sævar Steinason, Ingvar E. Sigurdsson (Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald), Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir, and Ólafía Hrönn Jónsdóttir (“Black Mirror”) star in this intense, action-packed flick. Thirst sinks its teeth into Digital and DVD on December 1,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 8, 2020
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‘Jurassic World: Dominion’ Has Wrapped Filming (Images)

18 months ago pre-production began on the third installment of the Jurassic World franchise, unfortunately, it was delayed like many by the pandemic causing the release to be delayed twice. The big-budget ($165 million) blockbuster not only had dinosaurs and action sequences to deal with, but they also had to spend millions on more than 40,000 COVID tests with the main crew spending months in isolation! But we have great news today! According to Deadline, Jurassic World: Dominion has now officially wrapped filming at the UK’s Pinewood Studios! There are a lot of emotions,” director Colin Trevorrow told the site on his way to shoot the movie’s finale, which will include “Jurassic legacy actors Sam Neil, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum, Jurassic World stars Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard and newcomers to the movie such as Mamoudou Athie and DeWanda Wise [who we’ve separately heard could have a big role in future instalments]…and some dinosaurs, of course. I’m not

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 7, 2020
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