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Spoiler Free Review: Dead Howling (Tubi FrightFest Halloween 2026)

Official synopsis In a world devastated by a zombie virus, Carter lives a solitary existence, spending his nights hunting down the living dead for sport with the help of a tremendous power. However, he finds new purpose after saving the lives of two siblings, Megan and Billy, who are seeking a rumoured safe zone. Reluctantly agreeing to protect them on their journey, the trio must outrun the next evolution of their undead enemy, and even their fellow survivors, who all pose unimaginable danger. Review Dead Howling (Australia, 2026) serves up a werewolf vs. zombies scenario — what’s not to like? Because I’m a hard sell on zombie movies, as fear-fare cinema has been flooded with them for decades now, I’m happy to see a good deal of the walking dead knocked off by one of my all-time favorite monsters in director John V. Soto’s feature. Muscular, hard-drinking biochemist Carter (Joel Jackson) can turn himself into a werewolf anytime he pleases

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Joseph Perry

Nov 5, 2026

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Spoiler Free Review: The Cull (Tubi FrightFest Halloween 2026)

Official synopsis A remorseful ex-con tries to make a fresh start in an isolated cabin but his past isn’t finished with him. Review Writer/director J.P. Davidson’s The Cull (U.K., 2026) blends British folk horror with gritty rural drama, and boasts a strong sense of dread throughout. Niall (Craig Russell) is released from prison after 16 years for a crime he did not commit: the murder of his mother. A recovering substance abuser who has become a man of faith, he returns to the remote rural cabin that his mother owned. The locals are unhappy about this, particularly drug abusing, gun toting siblings Jim (Rory Wilton), Joseph (Richard Hainsworth), and Maia (Sally Geake), who claim squatter’s rights to the cabin and the surrounding property. Drug dealer Donny (Ollie Mcfarlane) is somewhat more tolerant of Niall, and has a big surprise announcement in store for him. Niall’s plans to start afresh and hopefully solve the mystery of his mother’s death go south

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Joseph Perry

Nov 5, 2026

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‘Brute I986’ Scores a Savage New Trailer Ahead of Festival Debut

Cinephobia Releasing has officially dropped a new trailer for Marcel Walz’s Brute 1986. The highly anticipated sequel follows last summer’s cult hit Brute 1976. It snagged the rights just ahead of the blood-soaked feature’s World Premiere at Tubi FrightFest Halloween on October 31. A Retro Evolution from Gritty Seventies Homage to Eighties Excess While Brute 1976 honored seventies classics like The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, this follow-up shifts decades. Brute 1986 embraces beloved eighties slasher tropes, heavy metal aesthetics, and practical gore. The plot follows glam metal band Leather Kobra as they shoot a music video in a deserted town. Unfortunately, the violent Birdy family resides nearby, turning the video set into a bloody nightmare. Star-Studded Cast Delivers Practical Gore and Rock Aesthetics Tokio Hotel’s Bill Kaulitz stars in the film and also contributes original music alongside Swedish band CRAZY LIXX. Returning cast members Dazelle Yvette, Sarah French, and Gigi Gustin from Brute 1976 are also joined by horror veteran

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Oct 23, 2026

Sink Your Teeth into the Cannibal Survival Thriller ‘Bunny Rabbit’

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Sink Your Teeth into the Survival Thriller ‘Bunny Rabbit’

Bunny Rabbit recently sold out its UK debut at FrightFest. Now, this dread-inducing film is reaching a wider audience across the USA, UK, and Australia. Early access is currently available exclusively on the film’s official website. Moreover, wider digital channel releases are coming soon. Fans of slow-burn psychological horror should prepare themselves for a disturbing descent into desperation and hunger. Surviving the Collapse The story begins after a massive climate collapse. Meanwhile, a young woman roams ruined, barren Australian landscapes. Previously, she was raised solely on scavenged books and B-movies. Now, she lives alone in a decaying, old shack. Basic food is running out fast everywhere. She begins a horrific psychological descent as she begins to hunt other survivors. Inspiration from Reality Real Australian wildfires reportedly inspired director James Branson. Specifically, in late 2019, a dark orange hue descended, and the apocalyptic fires swallowed vast territories and countless homes. As a result, Branson questioned the consequences of real climate disasters.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Oct 22, 2026

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Big Hair and Metal Meet Horror in the New ‘Brute 1986’ Trailer

Cinephobia Releasing has officially acquired North American and UK distribution rights to Marcel Walz’s Brute 1986. The highly anticipated sequel follows last summer’s cult hit Brute 1976. It snagged the rights just ahead of the blood-soaked feature’s World Premiere at Tubi FrightFest Halloween on October 31. A Retro Evolution from Gritty Seventies Homage to Eighties Excess While Brute 1976 honored seventies classics like The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, this follow-up shifts decades. Brute 1986 embraces beloved eighties slasher tropes, heavy metal aesthetics, and practical gore. The plot follows glam metal band Leather Kobra as they shoot a music video in a deserted town. Unfortunately, the violent Birdy family resides nearby, turning the video set into a bloody nightmare. Star-Studded Cast Delivers Practical Gore and Rock Aesthetics Tokio Hotel’s Bill Kaulitz stars in the film and also contributes original music alongside Swedish band CRAZY LIXX. Returning cast members Dazelle Yvette, Sarah French, and Gigi Gustin from Brute 1976 are also joined

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Oct 16, 2026

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Tubi FrightFest Announces Fear-Filled Lineup for Halloween 2026

London’s TubiFrightFest Halloween has just revealed its 2026 lineup, and whether you prefer slashers, spiders, stalkers, or the supernatural, the festival has something for horror cinephiles of all stripes. Following is the official press announcement. Hot on the hellish heels of its spectacular 27th year August five-day event, the UK’s most vibrant genre film festival returns to the ODEON Luxe West End in Leicester Square to present its annual 2-day Halloween event. Taking over both screens on Friday 30th October and Saturday 31st October, the spine-chilling line-up heralds nine premieres from five countries, spanning Europe, North and South America and Australia/Oceania. Each film will be screened twice. So, hold on tight as Tubi Frightfest takes you on a spooky, carnage-crammed journey featuring powerful mutants, seasonal spooks, psychotic neighbours, venomous spiders, vengeful werewolves, and shocking Christmas tales where it’s not just the turkey that is carved up. Opening the gates to ‘Helloween’ is the UK premiere of FREAKS PART II, which

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Joseph Perry

Oct 1, 2026

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Guide: Peacock Kicks Off Halloween Season with Killer Movies and More

The Halloween season has officially arrived, and Peacock is rolling out an extensive slate of horror films and family-friendly scares to keep viewers entertained throughout the fall. Anchoring the streaming service’s autumn lineup is the highly anticipated original series “Crystal Lake,” expanding the lore of iconic slasher history for a new era. Alongside this flagship title, the platform is curating a comprehensive library of seasonal entertainment for casual viewers and hardcore genre fans alike. Franchise Marathons and Indie Gems Throughout September and October, subscribers can dive into complete franchise marathons, classic Halloween staples, and critically acclaimed independent horror releases. The curated collection spans decades of frights, offering everything from nostalgia-heavy favorites to dark, modern thrillers. Whether audiences want all-night horror marathons or lighter, family-friendly options, Peacock’s fall catalog offers a comprehensive destination for spooky-season streaming. Your Guide to Peacock’s Halloween Horror September 26 Bagman September 28 Mr. Mercedes, Seasons 1-3 (Peacock Exclusive) Resident Alien, Seasons 1-4 (SYFY) Scare Tactics (2003),

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 24, 2026

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We’re Giving Away Digital Codes to Celebrate the Release of Horror Comedy ‘Portal to Hell!’

Cineverse has unleashed the festival-favorite horror-comedy Portal To Hell to digital platforms and Video on Demand. To celebrate the release, we’re giving away two digital codes in collaboration with the film! Entering is easy! Like, comment, and share to enter. The film follows a weary debt collector. His mundane life falls into chaos when a gateway to the underworld manifests inside his local laundromat. However, things quickly spiral out of control. A demon offers him a desperate bargain: deliver three souls to the underworld, or watch his neighbor be dragged straight to eternal damnation. Festival Buzz and Horror Royalty Written and directed by Woody Bess, the film arrives on VOD following a high-energy run across the global genre festival circuit, earning praise at Slamdance, FrightFest, the Chattanooga Film Festival, Calgary Underground, and the Vancouver Horror Show. The feature boasts a stacked cast led by Trey Holland (Battleship) alongside horror royalty Keith David (The Thing). They are joined by fan-favorite character actor Richard Kind (Inside Out) and Romina D’ugo (12

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 14, 2026

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Trailer: The Dark Period Nightmare ‘The Ones Who Grieve’ is Making It US Debut at Fantastic Fest

Fresh off its initial run across the European festival circuit, French filmmaker Quarxx has set a North American debut. The genre-bending period horror, The Ones Who Grieve, is scheduled to premiere on September 18 at Fantastic Fest. And judging by the trailer below, it looks like an intense, edge-of-your-seat film not to be missed! Desperation and Madness on an Isolated Farm Set near the close of the 19th century, the narrative follows Zélie, played by Zélie Rixhon. She is a young woman living under the oppressive, deeply religious thumb of her father, Jacob (Thierry Frémont). A devastating affliction known as the Black Veil is spreading across the surrounding rural landscape. Meanwhile, Jacob’s intense religious devotion steadily morphs into outright insanity. Trapped in a bleak environment where fanatical faith bleeds into madness, Zélie is forced to fight for her own humanity. As well as escape her family’s escalating nightmare. Isabelle Anciaux and Jean-Baptiste Maunier round out the principal cast. Tesla Towers

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 12, 2026

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Josh Gilliano Signs on for ‘Occupant,’ a Film with Massive Genre Power Behind It

Blumhouse Atomic Monster, Focus Features, Divide/Conquer, and Spooky Pictures have officially joined forces to produce Occupant, the highly anticipated next feature film from rising horror filmmaker Josh Giuliano. Focus Features has acquired worldwide rights for the project, with Universal Pictures International set to handle international distribution. The venture is mounted in association with Closer Media. It marks another high-profile union between industry powerhouse studios committed to backing bold, auteur-driven genre cinema. Previous projects include Obsession, The Odyssey, and Mosters and Minions. A Mysterious Vision from a Festival Favorite While exact narrative details and the official logline for Occupant remain under wraps, Giuliano will write and direct the feature. An alumnus of the prestigious American Film Institute’s directing program, Giuliano has spent years building a formidable reputation across the global festival circuit. Taking home top accolades at premier genre institutions including Fantasia, Fantastic Fest, and FrightFest. His track record of sharp, atmospheric storytelling and visual precision has positioned him as one

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 11, 2026