Leslie Vernon is Back for ‘Behind the Mask II’ Featuring the Original Director and Cast!
Twenty years ago, a "rising" serial killer showed us exactly how much prep work goes into a legendary slaughter. Now, the mockumentary that deconstructed the slasher genre is finally getting its second act. Variety has now confirmed that Behind the Mask II: The...
Another Frightening Four: A Quartet of Recommended Panic Fest Short Films, Part Two
Screenland Armour and Downright Creepy present Panic Fest 2026, running April 9–13, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri, with a virtual version running April 9–19. With nearly 150 features, long form shorts, and short films on tap, there is an abundance of shock cinema...
Football and Felonies: Kevin Bacon to Lead New Hulu Series “Southern Bastards”
Hulu's Onyx Collective is heading to the Deep South, and they've packed some serious star power. Kevin Bacon has officially been cast in a lead role for the pilot of "Southern Bastards," an adaptation of the gritty, critically acclaimed graphic novel series. But...
Tinseltown’s Newest Nightmare: ‘Hollywood Hells’ Unveils New Trailer
Black Mandala is cordially inviting you to a party where the dress code is "black tie," and the party favors are "existential dread." Directed and penned by Ben Peyser, Hollywood Hells is a stylish, razor-sharp descent into the entertainment industry's glossy...
Amazon Orders Crime Series ‘Calamities’ Starring and Produced by Glen Powell
Amazon Prime Video has decided that the Texas border isn't quite stressful enough, so they've given a straight-to-series order to the high-octane crime thriller "Calamities." The series is the brainchild of David Weil (Hunters, Citadel), who is taking "creative...
Bodies Stack Up in the New ‘Frankie, Maniac Woman’ Red Band Trailer
Move over, pop princesses—there's a new star rising in Los Angeles, and her "breakout" performance is literally leaving people in pieces. Two Witches Films has dropped a brutal new Red Band trailer for the award-winning horror feature Frankie, Maniac Woman, and...
Spring Fever: Shudder’s Upcoming Slate is Literally to Die For
Spring is in the air, but on Shudder, the only thing blooming is a fresh batch of nightmares. The horror streaming giant has unveiled a stacked lineup for April and May 2026, featuring everything from cursed Aztec artifacts to the most terrifying "parenting" story...
VFX Supervisor Marc Smith Takes Us Inside ‘They Will Kill You’ in Our Interview
Let's be honest, without special effects, movies would suck. That's why people like Marc Smith of Craft Apes are so important. Recently, Smith served as the VFX Supervisor on the film They Will Kill You, a balls-to-the-wall must-see! I had the pleasure of...
The Makeover from Hell: ‘The Scorpion’ Set to Begin Production
The phrase "suffering for fashion" is about to get a very literal, very gooey upgrade. According to Deadline, Sonja O'Hara (Doomsday) and Sebiye Behtiyar (Preparation for the Next Life) have signed on to headline The Scorpion. This indie horror flick promises to...
Netflix’s Adaptation of “The Whisper Man,” Gets a Hard “R” Rating and a Legendary Cast
After chilling audiences with last year's The Rule of Jenny Pen, director James Ashcroft is back. And he's about to ensure you never leave your windows open again. Netflix's highly anticipated serial killer thriller, The Whisper Man, officially received its...
Our Frightening Four: A Quartet of Recommended Panic Fest Short Films
It's here! Screenland Armour and Downright Creepy present Panic Fest 2026, which runs April 9–13, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri, with a virtual version running April 9–19. With nearly 150 features, long form shorts, and short films on tap, there is plenty to choose...
New ‘In Search of Darkness’ Documentary will Explore the Horror of the 1970’s
The team at CREATORVC—the masterminds behind the definitive, award-nominated In Search of Darkness series—has officially set its sights on the decade of bell-bottoms, grit, and the birth of the modern blockbuster. After clocking over 25 hours of deep dives into the...
Influencer Insanity: Dark Atlantic Debuts Trailer for Strawstalker
Found footage is having a massive resurgence in 2026, and Dark Atlantic Studios is leaning into the chaos with the first trailer for Strawstalker. Written and directed by George Henry Horton, this campy, "over-the-top" nightmare proves that the only thing more...
‘Bone Keeper’ Sold Out at FrightFest Now It’s Out on Digital
Get ready to clear some space on your watchlist, because British horror is about to get a whole lot creepier. Plaion Pictures has officially unleashed Howard J. Ford's latest nightmare, Bone Keeper, and it's a total treat for fans of gritty, claustrophobic creature...
Love is a Battlefield (and a Bloodbath): Heart Eyes 2 is Officially Blinking Into Existence
Move over, Cupid. Josh Ruben (Scare Me, Werewolves Within) is trading the bow and arrow for a much sharper instrument. The original Heart Eyes defied the box office gods, earning $33 million worldwide. Now, Screen Gems has decided that one Valentine's Day massacre...
‘Koshmar The Last Reverie’ Reveals Itself In A Nightmarish Trailer
Purpil Ray Studio, an up-and-coming Polish-based indie developer, today has revealed their new title, Koshmar: The Last Reverie, a game said to be part Alice: Madness Returns, part Control, and part Hades. The world of Koshmar: The Last Reverie is seen through the...
Emmy Winner Noah Hawley Is Remaking 2017’s ‘Terrified’ for Warner Bros.
If you've been sleeping too soundly lately, Noah Hawley is here to fix that. The Emmy-winning mastermind behind Fargo and the upcoming Alien: Earth has officially signed on to direct a remake of the Argentine horror sensation Terrified (Aterrados). Developing the...
The Kill List Grows: Uma Thurman Returns for “Dexter: Resurrection” Season Two
If you thought the Miami Metro alum association was the only thing Dexter Morgan had to worry about, think again. Uma Thurman is officially returning for Season 2 of "Dexter: Resurrection," bringing some serious "Kill Bill" energy back to the world of America's...
Careful What You Wish For: ‘Thinestra’ Brings Body-Horror Home
If you thought your inner critic was a monster, wait until you meet Penelope. Breaking Glass Pictures has officially snagged the North American rights to the highly anticipated body-horror flick Thinestra. Before even landing a home, the film tore through the...
Practical Gore & Primal Fear: ‘THE YETI’ Smashes onto Blu-ray This May
If you've been craving a return to the golden age of monster movies—where the blood is real, and the monsters aren't just pixels—strap in. Well Go USA Entertainment is bringing the high-altitude horror-thriller The Yeti to Blu-ray and DVD. Trespassing in the Wrong...
Blumhouse and Atomic Monster Go Bigger for Third Annual ‘Halfway to Halloween’
Who says you have to wait for October to get your adrenaline fix? Blumhouse-Atomic Monster, New Line Cinema, and Dolby Cinemas at AMC are teaming up for the third annual Halfway to Halloween event—and they're breaking the tradition of "library screenings" to give...
HorrorFuel Ranks the Best Horror Movies of 2024
Many killer movies have been released this year, but ten stand out above all others, and we've got a list. In HorrorFuel's opinion, these are the ten best horror films of 2024. Our list does not judge films by box-office numbers or Rotten Tomatoes scores. It...
“Crystal Lake” Showrunner Gives an Update on the Peacock Series
Back in 2022, a Friday the 13th prequel TV series called "Crystal Lake" was announced. However, with no premiere date announced, slasher fans have since been wondering when and if they will see the series. In August of 2024, Deadline reported that Kane took over as...
A Masterpiece of Gothic Horror: A Review of Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu
From the moment Robert Eggers' Nosferatu was announced, anticipation has been sky-high. Having finally experienced it in theaters, I can confidently say it exceeds all expectations. This isn't just a remake; it's a reimagining, a dark and beautiful descent into...
200 Games Reviewed Special: Top Five Worst Games I’ve Reviewed!
With the year coming to a close, a major milestone was reached for yours truly, I hit the two hundo mark of the games reviewed. Over two hundred and eight games have been reviewed since I started at Horror Fuel. To celebrate this milestone, you’re probably...
