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Sony Pictures Animation and Amazon MGM Studios have officially announced a fifth installment in the $1.3 billion animated monster franchise: The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania. The theatrical release marks a major homecoming for the franchise. The fourth movie—Hotel Transylvania: Transformania—skipped multiplexes entirely during the pandemic when Sony licensed it off to Amazon to stream on Prime Video. As part of that deal, Amazon earned co-producing dibs on the next chapter. Sony will handle the film’s North American distribution, while Amazon takes the reins internationally. Management Swaps and Ghostly Guests According to the synopsis, Dracula has finally packed his bags for a peaceful, stress-free retirement. So, Mavis, his daughter, is left to run the monster resort all on her own. Naturally, things go downhill immediately. A wave of bizarre, unexplained, and incredibly spooky incidents begins disrupting the resort. The hotel’s reputation is on the line. So, the Drac Pack is forced to mount a full-blown investigation to uncover what—or who—is trying
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Before CGI turned blood and guts into sterile ones and zeros, cinema was ruled by foam latex, animatronics, and pure madness. At the center of that glorious time sat Steve Johnson. Johnson is a man whose relentless obsession with breaking new ground gave rise to some of the most iconic monsters in sci-fi and horror history. Now, Johnson’s wild ride is getting the documentary treatment in Rubberhead: The Life and Monsters of Steve Johnson, a hilarious, heartbreaking, and brutally honest look at the golden age of special effects makeup—and the genius who nearly let it destroy him. . . The Director The film is from director Nick Taylor, who co-wrote the doc with Joseph Krings. Taylor and I had the chance to talk about this new deep-diving doc. He spoke about what drove him to make it, his respect for Johnson, and so much more. Watch it below. However, this isn’t Taylor’s first dive into the industry. He served in
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If you’ve been sleeping a little too soundly lately, Netflix has the perfect remedy. It has just unleashed the chilling first trailer for The Whisper Man. It’s a star-studded, bone-chilling serial killer thriller set to invade your living room later this summer. The film is based on Alex North’s 2019 bestselling novel of the same name. It has officially secured a hard R rating for “some bloody violence, disturbing images, suicide, language, and brief sexual references.” You might want to double-check that your front door is locked and the kids are asleep before hitting play. A Child Abducted The nightmare begins in the wake of a sudden tragedy. After his eight-year-old son is mysteriously abducted, a grieving, widowed crime writer is forced to seek help from his estranged father, a retired former police detective. As they frantically trace the boy’s steps, they stumble upon a connection to a serial killer known as “The Whisper Man.” The killer lured his young
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If you’ve ever played a Far Cry game, you know the franchise’s bread and butter is a charismatic, slightly unhinged antagonist. Now, the upcoming FX series adaptation has found the perfect legend to bring some of that signature chaotic energy to the screen. The incomparable Steve Buscemi is officially joining the cast of the highly anticipated “Far Cry” television series. Buscemi is set to star alongside co-creator Rob Mac and the previously announced Lizzy Caplan. The series first entered development at FX in late 2025 under the guidance of Fargo mastermind Noah Hawley and Mac. Now, it’s easily one of the most exciting video game adaptations on the horizon. A New Sandbox of Chaos Each Season The exact plot details are being guarded like a heavily armed enemy outpost. But if the series is taking the smartest possible route, it will follow the beloved anthology format of video games. Instead of stretching one storyline thin, each season will feature a
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The Backrooms proved that internet-spawned creepypastas are absolute box-office gold. Legendary horror illustrator Trevor Henderson is having a massive Hollywood moment. Warner Bros. is already hard at work adapting his Siren Head for theaters. Now, Sony’s TriStar Pictures has officially gotten its claws on Henderson’s other viral nightmare: Cartoon Cat. TriStar has secured the feature film rights and is actively hunting for a director to bring the horror to life. The Lore: Not Your Average Saturday Morning Cartoon If you’re expecting a friendly, sweet feline, you are in for a terrible, bloody surprise. In Henderson’s chilling mythology, Cartoon Cat isn’t just a drawing—it’s an “ancient hollow rot.” This malevolent entity feeds on our collective nostalgia, using human awareness and memories of vintage, golden-age animation as a physical passageway to manifest in our reality and wreak absolute, violent havoc. Needless to say, this is not a family friendly flick. A Purr-fect Production Team To ensure this internet legend gets the prestige
Continue reading →
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Unleash your inner beast, because the most feral psychological thriller of the summer is about to break its cage. Fresh off her chilling performances in Oddity and You Are Not My Mother, star Carolyn Bracken is back to lead Ferine. It is a dark, atmospheric dive into the eternal tug-of-war between human civility and pure animal instinct. The highly anticipated film is heading to Montreal this month to make its mark at the legendary Fantasia International Film Festival on July 23. Based on writer-director Andrea Corsini’s acclaimed 2019 short film of the same name, this English-language feature debut promises a stylish, claw-sharp descent into madness. High Society Meets Low Instincts In Ferine, Bracken stars as Irene, a wealthy, highly influential art collector who seems to have it all. But beneath her polished exterior, a terrifying, primal instinct begins to claw its way to the surface, dragging her into a spiral of destructive, animalistic transformation. Irene’s path soon collides with Dama
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Get your spinner racks ready and your wallets out, because independent comic juggernaut Mad Cave Studios is heading to San Diego Comic-Con International (July 23–26, 2026) with an absolute behemoth of a lineup. Mad Cave is taking over Booth #2806. It’s packed to the brim with Eisner-nominated creators, exclusive signings, and a sneak peek at an upcoming release slate that spans from high-flying ’80s nostalgia to literal Hollywood royalty. Whether you’re a hardcore collector or a casual reader, Mad Cave—alongside its specialized imprints Nakama Press, Maverick, and Papercutz—is proving they have a story for just about everyone. An Eisner-Nominated Victory Lap Mad Cave isn’t just showing up to sell books; they’re showing up to flex. The publisher is arriving in San Diego riding a massive wave of industry recognition. That includes an impressive six nominations for the 2026 Eisner Awards. Keep an eye out for these booth celebrities: Best New Series: Temporal Best Writer: Stephanie Williams (Temporal) Best Cover Artist:
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If you’ve been waiting for Hollywood to finally tackle one of the absolute pillars of modern cosmic horror literature, it’s time to start celebrating. The Hollywood Reporter has officially broken the news that John Langan’s Bram Stoker Award-winning 2016 novel, The Fisherman, is getting a premium big-screen adaptation courtesy of Focus Features. Stepping into the director’s chair is none other than David Lowery, a filmmaker who already knows a thing or two about weaving gorgeous, deeply atmospheric, and unsettling genre tapestries. He brought us films like The Green Knight, A Ghost Story, and Mother Mary. The Ultimate Grief Trip Gone Wrong For those unfamiliar with Langan’s modern classic, do not expect a cozy weekend on the water. The narrative framework is a devastatingly intimate yet epic nightmare. The story centers on Abe and Dan. They are two grieving widowers who strike up a deep bond, using weekend fishing getaways in upstate New York as a way to cope with their
Continue reading →
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If your biggest Friday night struggle is spending two hours scrolling through streaming apps only to settle on a movie you’ve already seen a hundred times, Joseph Scrimshaw’s meta-horror comedy Dead Media is about to trigger some major existential dread. Executive-produced by genre veteran Joe Lynch (Wrong Turn 2, Mayhem), this clever, nostalgic nightmare is an exciting homage to cult classics, analog horror, and the bygone glory days of DVD easter eggs. The film officially slices its way into select theaters on July 16, before landing on VOD platforms on July 28. What’s It About? The narrative tackles the modern tragedy of analysis paralysis before taking a hard, bloody turn into physical media nostalgia: The story follows Maggie (Sammi-Jack Martinack), a troubled young woman just trying to survive a routine movie night with her two best friends. After countless minutes of mindlessly scrolling through streaming menus, the gang decides to digitally rent a long-lost 1990s cult-classic horror flick titled The
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Ice Nine Kills (INK) has officially unleashed “Play Dead,” a blistering new single and cinematic music video cooked up in a bloody collaboration with Dead by Daylight to celebrate the legendary multiplayer game’s 10th anniversary. The track was co-crafted alongside longtime Dead by Daylight composer Michel F. April, and the partnership goes beyond the music—players can officially represent the band in the Entity’s realm with an exclusive in-game Ice Nine Kills Collection DLC. The INKverse Welcomes New Meat If you thought the song was heavy, wait until you see the star-studded chaos in the upcoming “Play Dead” Part 2 music video. INK mastermind Spencer Charnas has assembled a glorious roster of icons and horror royalty. Get ready to dive into the band’s cinematic lore. Tony Hawk: The Michael Jordan of skateboarding, bridging gaming, punk rock, and counterculture. Devon Sawa: The definitive millennial genre icon (Final Destination, Idle Hands, and Eminem’s “Stan” video). Krsy Fox: One of modern horror’s reigning scream
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Sony Pictures Animation and Amazon MGM Studios have officially announced a fifth installment in the $1.3 billion animated monster franchise: The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania. The theatrical release marks a major homecoming for the franchise. The fourth movie—Hotel Transylvania: Transformania—skipped multiplexes entirely during the pandemic when Sony licensed it off to Amazon to stream on Prime Video. As part of that deal, Amazon earned co-producing dibs on the next chapter. Sony will handle the film’s North American distribution, while Amazon takes the reins internationally. Management Swaps and Ghostly Guests According to the synopsis, Dracula has finally packed his bags for a peaceful, stress-free retirement. So, Mavis, his daughter, is left to run the monster resort all on her own. Naturally, things go downhill immediately. A wave of bizarre, unexplained, and incredibly spooky incidents begins disrupting the resort. The hotel’s reputation is on the line. So, the Drac Pack is forced to mount a full-blown investigation to uncover what—or who—is trying
Continue reading →
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Before CGI turned blood and guts into sterile ones and zeros, cinema was ruled by foam latex, animatronics, and pure madness. At the center of that glorious time sat Steve Johnson. Johnson is a man whose relentless obsession with breaking new ground gave rise to some of the most iconic monsters in sci-fi and horror history. Now, Johnson’s wild ride is getting the documentary treatment in Rubberhead: The Life and Monsters of Steve Johnson, a hilarious, heartbreaking, and brutally honest look at the golden age of special effects makeup—and the genius who nearly let it destroy him. . . The Director The film is from director Nick Taylor, who co-wrote the doc with Joseph Krings. Taylor and I had the chance to talk about this new deep-diving doc. He spoke about what drove him to make it, his respect for Johnson, and so much more. Watch it below. However, this isn’t Taylor’s first dive into the industry. He served in
Continue reading →
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If you’ve been sleeping a little too soundly lately, Netflix has the perfect remedy. It has just unleashed the chilling first trailer for The Whisper Man. It’s a star-studded, bone-chilling serial killer thriller set to invade your living room later this summer. The film is based on Alex North’s 2019 bestselling novel of the same name. It has officially secured a hard R rating for “some bloody violence, disturbing images, suicide, language, and brief sexual references.” You might want to double-check that your front door is locked and the kids are asleep before hitting play. A Child Abducted The nightmare begins in the wake of a sudden tragedy. After his eight-year-old son is mysteriously abducted, a grieving, widowed crime writer is forced to seek help from his estranged father, a retired former police detective. As they frantically trace the boy’s steps, they stumble upon a connection to a serial killer known as “The Whisper Man.” The killer lured his young
Continue reading →
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If you’ve ever played a Far Cry game, you know the franchise’s bread and butter is a charismatic, slightly unhinged antagonist. Now, the upcoming FX series adaptation has found the perfect legend to bring some of that signature chaotic energy to the screen. The incomparable Steve Buscemi is officially joining the cast of the highly anticipated “Far Cry” television series. Buscemi is set to star alongside co-creator Rob Mac and the previously announced Lizzy Caplan. The series first entered development at FX in late 2025 under the guidance of Fargo mastermind Noah Hawley and Mac. Now, it’s easily one of the most exciting video game adaptations on the horizon. A New Sandbox of Chaos Each Season The exact plot details are being guarded like a heavily armed enemy outpost. But if the series is taking the smartest possible route, it will follow the beloved anthology format of video games. Instead of stretching one storyline thin, each season will feature a
Continue reading →
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The Backrooms proved that internet-spawned creepypastas are absolute box-office gold. Legendary horror illustrator Trevor Henderson is having a massive Hollywood moment. Warner Bros. is already hard at work adapting his Siren Head for theaters. Now, Sony’s TriStar Pictures has officially gotten its claws on Henderson’s other viral nightmare: Cartoon Cat. TriStar has secured the feature film rights and is actively hunting for a director to bring the horror to life. The Lore: Not Your Average Saturday Morning Cartoon If you’re expecting a friendly, sweet feline, you are in for a terrible, bloody surprise. In Henderson’s chilling mythology, Cartoon Cat isn’t just a drawing—it’s an “ancient hollow rot.” This malevolent entity feeds on our collective nostalgia, using human awareness and memories of vintage, golden-age animation as a physical passageway to manifest in our reality and wreak absolute, violent havoc. Needless to say, this is not a family friendly flick. A Purr-fect Production Team To ensure this internet legend gets the prestige
Continue reading →
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Unleash your inner beast, because the most feral psychological thriller of the summer is about to break its cage. Fresh off her chilling performances in Oddity and You Are Not My Mother, star Carolyn Bracken is back to lead Ferine. It is a dark, atmospheric dive into the eternal tug-of-war between human civility and pure animal instinct. The highly anticipated film is heading to Montreal this month to make its mark at the legendary Fantasia International Film Festival on July 23. Based on writer-director Andrea Corsini’s acclaimed 2019 short film of the same name, this English-language feature debut promises a stylish, claw-sharp descent into madness. High Society Meets Low Instincts In Ferine, Bracken stars as Irene, a wealthy, highly influential art collector who seems to have it all. But beneath her polished exterior, a terrifying, primal instinct begins to claw its way to the surface, dragging her into a spiral of destructive, animalistic transformation. Irene’s path soon collides with Dama
Continue reading →
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Get your spinner racks ready and your wallets out, because independent comic juggernaut Mad Cave Studios is heading to San Diego Comic-Con International (July 23–26, 2026) with an absolute behemoth of a lineup. Mad Cave is taking over Booth #2806. It’s packed to the brim with Eisner-nominated creators, exclusive signings, and a sneak peek at an upcoming release slate that spans from high-flying ’80s nostalgia to literal Hollywood royalty. Whether you’re a hardcore collector or a casual reader, Mad Cave—alongside its specialized imprints Nakama Press, Maverick, and Papercutz—is proving they have a story for just about everyone. An Eisner-Nominated Victory Lap Mad Cave isn’t just showing up to sell books; they’re showing up to flex. The publisher is arriving in San Diego riding a massive wave of industry recognition. That includes an impressive six nominations for the 2026 Eisner Awards. Keep an eye out for these booth celebrities: Best New Series: Temporal Best Writer: Stephanie Williams (Temporal) Best Cover Artist:
Continue reading →
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If you’ve been waiting for Hollywood to finally tackle one of the absolute pillars of modern cosmic horror literature, it’s time to start celebrating. The Hollywood Reporter has officially broken the news that John Langan’s Bram Stoker Award-winning 2016 novel, The Fisherman, is getting a premium big-screen adaptation courtesy of Focus Features. Stepping into the director’s chair is none other than David Lowery, a filmmaker who already knows a thing or two about weaving gorgeous, deeply atmospheric, and unsettling genre tapestries. He brought us films like The Green Knight, A Ghost Story, and Mother Mary. The Ultimate Grief Trip Gone Wrong For those unfamiliar with Langan’s modern classic, do not expect a cozy weekend on the water. The narrative framework is a devastatingly intimate yet epic nightmare. The story centers on Abe and Dan. They are two grieving widowers who strike up a deep bond, using weekend fishing getaways in upstate New York as a way to cope with their
Continue reading →
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If your biggest Friday night struggle is spending two hours scrolling through streaming apps only to settle on a movie you’ve already seen a hundred times, Joseph Scrimshaw’s meta-horror comedy Dead Media is about to trigger some major existential dread. Executive-produced by genre veteran Joe Lynch (Wrong Turn 2, Mayhem), this clever, nostalgic nightmare is an exciting homage to cult classics, analog horror, and the bygone glory days of DVD easter eggs. The film officially slices its way into select theaters on July 16, before landing on VOD platforms on July 28. What’s It About? The narrative tackles the modern tragedy of analysis paralysis before taking a hard, bloody turn into physical media nostalgia: The story follows Maggie (Sammi-Jack Martinack), a troubled young woman just trying to survive a routine movie night with her two best friends. After countless minutes of mindlessly scrolling through streaming menus, the gang decides to digitally rent a long-lost 1990s cult-classic horror flick titled The
Continue reading →
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Ice Nine Kills (INK) has officially unleashed “Play Dead,” a blistering new single and cinematic music video cooked up in a bloody collaboration with Dead by Daylight to celebrate the legendary multiplayer game’s 10th anniversary. The track was co-crafted alongside longtime Dead by Daylight composer Michel F. April, and the partnership goes beyond the music—players can officially represent the band in the Entity’s realm with an exclusive in-game Ice Nine Kills Collection DLC. The INKverse Welcomes New Meat If you thought the song was heavy, wait until you see the star-studded chaos in the upcoming “Play Dead” Part 2 music video. INK mastermind Spencer Charnas has assembled a glorious roster of icons and horror royalty. Get ready to dive into the band’s cinematic lore. Tony Hawk: The Michael Jordan of skateboarding, bridging gaming, punk rock, and counterculture. Devon Sawa: The definitive millennial genre icon (Final Destination, Idle Hands, and Eminem’s “Stan” video). Krsy Fox: One of modern horror’s reigning scream
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