Game ‘Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss’ Launches Demo and Pre-Order for Lovecraftian Days
If you've been itching to stare into the void and see who blinks first, NACON and Big Bad Wolf have some maddeningly good news. To celebrate the kickoff of Lovecraftian Days, a free demo for Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is available right now on Steam. Consider it a...
Revenge Thriller ‘The Furious’ Scores a New Summer Release Date
Change of plans, action junkies! You'll have to hold your breath just a few weeks longer, as Lionsgate has shifted the release date for their high-octane martial arts epic. The Furious is now officially set to storm into U.S. theaters on Friday, June 12, 2026. If...
The Directors of Final Destination: Bloodlines are Adapting Metal Gear Solid
. After years of sitting in "stealth mode," the long-awaited Metal Gear Solid film adaptation is finally making some noise. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Sony has officially tapped the directing duo Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to bring Hideo Kojima's...
Survival of the Meanest: ‘Lord of the Flies’ Gets a Chilling Netflix Makeover
If your middle school experience was anything like mine, you probably walked away from William Golding's Lord of the Flies with a case of literary trauma. However, it's a classic for a reason. But it's rarely been described as "relaxing." Now, Netflix is doubling...
Fiona Dourif Joins David Harbour For the ‘Head Full of Ghosts’ Film Adaptation
Move over, Kardashians—a new family is coming to the small screen, and their "drama" involves a potential demonic possession. Lionsgate has officially snagged the global rights to the feature film adaptation of Paul Tremblay's award-winning novel A Head Full of...
Lena Headey and More Join “Wednesday” Season 3
Class is back in session at Nevermore Academy. And the guest list is starting to look like a Hollywood Walk of Fame. Netflix has officially announced that "Wednesday" Season 3 has added three heavy hitters to its ever-expanding roster. Joining the Addams Family...
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...
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...
Game Review: ‘The Occultist’
Time and time again, I cover a game that looks good, amazing even, but when it comes time to play it, it's trash. I'm glad to say that this is NOT one of those times! Actually, this is a first for me. I covered a game that I didn't have expectations for, but after...
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...
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...
Movie Review: The Mummy and the Curse of the Jackals (1969) – Severin Blu-ray
The Mummy and the Curse of the Jackals begins with a rousing score that answers the age-old question of what would Dan Curtis' Dark Shadows have sounded like with a surf rock score. After that riddle is solved we meet David (Anthony Eisley, whom you may remember...
HorrorFuel Announces the Best Horror Series of 2024
It's that time of year again when we announce the best series of 2024. God knows we've watched a lot of tv this year and seen some great new shows. But we can't list all of them, so we've narrowed it down to our top five favorites. Did your favorite show make it...
