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31 New Horror Movies to Watch This Halloween Season and Where to Watch Them

31 New Horror Movies to Watch This Halloween Season and Where to Watch Them

Looking for something to watch? HorrorFuel.com has thirty-one terrifying new releases from 2025 and 2026 ready to elevate your Halloween and spooky season marathon. Sinister Supernatural Encounters Sinners (2025) Twin brothers return to their Southern hometown attempting to escape troubled pasts, only to encounter a sinister ancient evil waiting for them. Their quiet fresh start quickly devolves into a desperate fight for survival against dark spiritual forces. Where to Watch: Max Bring Her Back (2025) A young brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother. This nerve-shredding possession story explores intense psychological trauma alongside terrifying supernatural manifestations. Where to Watch: Hulu Presence (2025) A suburban family moves into a tranquil home, unaware that a mysterious entity resides inside. The story unfolds entirely from the chilling perspective of the unseen ghost observing the family. Where to Watch: Neon / Digital VOD Keeper (2025) While enjoying a remote cabin getaway, a couple’s romantic retreat

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2026
Trapped Between Secrets: New Thriller 'Spill' Launches on VOD

Trapped Between Secrets: New Thriller ‘Spill’ Launches on VOD

Spill, the newest suspense thriller written and directed by Blake Ridder, is now available on digital video-on-demand platforms. This fresh release follows Ridder’s previous independent projects, including HELP and Manor of Darkness. A Simple Job Turns Deadly The film centers on a desperate woman trying to rebuild her life through a house-cleaning job. However, her routine assignment quickly shifts into a tense fight for survival. She finds herself trapped inside a house between a grieving loner and a violent figure emerging from his past. What starts as a routine job quickly becomes a high-stakes, dangerous confrontation. Ensemble Cast and Availability The film stars Sofia Unal alongside William deVry and director Blake Ridder. The supporting cast also includes Zukhra Akhmet, Herbert Morales, and John Senese. Watch it Now Thriller fans can buy or rent Spill on Apple TV, Prime Video, and YouTube. For more information, visit the official Spill website. Load videoYouTube sets cookies once the video loads

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 8, 2026
Mad Cave Studios Announces New Horror Comic 'The 99 Legs'

Mad Cave Studios Announces New Horror Comic ‘The 99 Legs’

Writer Michael W. Conrad and acclaimed artist Noah Bailey have reunited for their most disturbing graphic novel yet, titled The 99 Legs. The creative team behind the hit graphic novels Tremor Dose and Double Walker draws deep inspiration from Italian Giallo cinema for this Mad Cave release. A Giallo-Inspired Nightmare The storyline centers on a down-on-his-luck crime writer who makes a chilling discovery in his local area. A string of gruesome murders closely mirrors the plot of his unpublished manuscript. Terrified that the violent events will implicate him, the author desperately attempts to halt the killings before they occur. Consequently, a blood-spattered nightmare unfolds as the true identity of the mysterious killer gradually comes to light. Creative Evolution and Craft To bring this terrifying vision to life, Conrad and Bailey pushed their artistic boundaries in new directions. Letterer Kyle Arends designed custom fonts specifically for the project, while assistants Elisa and Nick handled the intricate flatting process. The duo also

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 8, 2026
The Ethereal Horror Fest Returns to Austin This October

The Ethereal Horror Fest Returns to Austin This October

The Ethereal Horror Fest returns to Austin’s Violet Crown Cinema for its seventh annual installment, running October 16–18. The three-day celebration of independent genre cinema will kick off on opening night with an exciting new addition: the festival’s first-ever live pitch competition. Starting at 7 p.m., six selected filmmakers will present their original horror concepts before a live panel of judges and industry insiders. They will be competing for the coveted top pitch award. Must-See Feature Screenings This year’s feature lineup boasts a diverse selection of terrifying narratives. Highlights include Troy Escamilla’s queer horror feature Hollow Lake, which follows a newlywed couple whose serene lakeside getaway turns into a bloody nightmare. The lineup also includes The Ritual of Huasao. It marks the feature debut of Isaac Berrocal, which follows a woman haunted by the fallout of a Peruvian spiritual cleansing. Also headlining the festival is Mitch McLeod’s psychological thriller Marrow, starring Jessica Dawn Willis, Danielle Harris, and Michael Ironside, which

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 6, 2026
Every Horror Movie and Series Premiering the Week of Oct. 5

Every Horror Movie and Series Premiering the Week of Oct. 5

Halloween season is officially in full swing. Horror enthusiasts have a stacked slate of major new features, highly anticipated streaming debuts, and home releases landing across theaters, VOD, Digital, and major streaming platforms for the week of October 5, 2026. Whether you’re looking for high-octane martial arts chaos, terrifying creature features, or chilling new streaming series, here is everything dropping this week and where to watch it. Theater Premieres Other Mommy Release Date: October 9, 2026 Where to Watch: Only in theaters nationwide The Lowdown: Jessica Chastain stars in this disturbing psychological body horror feature. Playing a mother who begins suspecting that her young daughter has brought a sinister, uncanny entity into their home—one claiming to be the child’s “true” mother—the film delivers a terrifying exploration of maternal trauma and body distortion. Ghost in the Cell Release Date: In theaters nationwide via Well Go USA Where to Watch: In theaters nationwide The Lowdown: Written and directed by Indonesian horror visionary

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 5, 2026
CCV Horror 'Infirmary' is Now Streaming on Shudder

CCV Horror ‘Infirmary’ is Now Streaming on Shudder

Filmmaker Nicholas Pineda has officially unleashed his feature directorial debut, Infirmary, now streaming on Shudder following its world premiere at Dances With Films NY. Fusing bodycam footage, surveillance feeds, and claustrophobic dread, this relentless indie horror aims to reignite a deep-seated terror of medical institutions. A Graveyard Shift From Hell The story follows Edward, a young security guard embarking on his very first overnight shift at the long-abandoned Wilshire Infirmary. Paired with Lester, a retiring guard whose erratic behavior instantly raises red flags, Edward quickly realizes the night will be anything but routine. When an unknown intruder breaches the facility and vanishes into thin air, Lester ventures alone into the dark, labyrinthine hallways—and disappears without a trace. Stranded as the asylum’s violent history awakens around him, Edward must survive malicious entities as his own sanity begins to fracture. A Fresh Vision for Found Footage Co-written by Katy Krauland and co-produced alongside Pineda, Infirmary aims to deliver a distinct, character-driven spin

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026
"Kid Cudi" Shares First Look at His New Horror Film 'Wrong Number'

“Kid Cudi” Shares First Look at His New Horror Film ‘Wrong Number’

Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi is officially thriving in horror. He’s just served fans with a first look at his second directorial feature, Wrong Number. Sharing sneak-peek images from the set on social media, the rapper, writer, director, and star teased the upcoming film. Also, he’s issued a warning: “Heads ain’t ready.” A Romance Turns Deadly “Kid Cudi” stars alongside Barbie Ferreira (Faces of Death) in a story centered on Ibn, a lonely self-help author whose life spirals out of control. An unexpected romance with a mysterious woman named Eliza (Ferreira) turns into a waking nightmare. Ibn finds himself hunted by an unseen stalker—one who is the suspect in a string of brutal murders. An Ensemble Cast Built for Thrills Rounding out the talent behind and in front of the camera, Wrong Number features a stacked supporting cast including Lucy Barrett (Deep Water), Dewayne Perkins (The Blackening), Clifton Powell (Ray), and Laura Harrier (Michael). Cinematographer Adam Madrzyk is handling the visual

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026
The Future of Fear: ScareScore Rates Horror Movies Using Biometric Reactions

The Future of Fear: ScareScore Rates Horror Movies Using Biometric Reactions

A new era of interactive audience analytics arrives this Halloween season at film festivals and location-based entertainment centers across North America. ScareScore has officially launched its proprietary biometric platform, which translates real-time physiological responses into a personalized audience score. By syncing with standard smartwatches and wearable devices, ScareScore measures physical metrics like heart rate, heart-rate variability, and subtle movement. After establishing an individual baseline, the platform tracks moment-by-moment bodily reactions as onscreen or live-action thrillers unfold. Rather than relying on traditional post-show surveys or review scores, ScareScore captures authentic, real-time physical responses. Fans can instantly compare their scores with friends, share their stats online, and see how their physical reactions rank on the global scoreboard. Unlocking Precision Intelligence for Creators Beyond enhancing fan engagement, ScareScore delivers actionable insights for filmmakers, studios, film festivals, and theme park operators. The tech moves past self-reported post-viewing opinions, offering creators time-coded audience intelligence that pinpoints exactly when and how viewers react throughout an experience.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026
Horror Without Barriers: Inside the Inclusive 2026 Access: Horror Film Festival

Horror Without Barriers: Inside the Inclusive 2026 Access: Horror Film Festival

Access: Horror, the premier festival celebrating disability in genre cinema, launched its 2026 season with a successful in-person showcase at Alamo Drafthouse Winchester on September 25. Following the in-person kickoff, the festival is bringing its entire lineup to a global audience through a month-long virtual program. One that runs from October 4 through November 1, 2026. Founded by filmmaker and activist Ariel Baska, Access: Horror elevates disability advocacy by challenging traditional genre tropes. Named one of the nation’s most accessible film festivals by Forbes, the organization creates space for marginalized artists to tell honest, cathartic, and terrifying stories. Festival leadership emphasizes that accessibility is not a late addition to the event. It’s the foundation the festival is actually built on. Every film in the virtual program features open captions, and nearly half the streaming library includes full audio descriptions. So, there’s something for everyone. A Powerful Virtual Lineup Grounded in Real-World Terror The 2026 streaming program features 19 international titles. It

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 2, 2026
'Hallowarrior' Review: Strong Performances Salvage a Flawed Post-Apocalyptic Thriller

‘Hallowarrior’ Review: Strong Performances Salvage a Flawed Post-Apocalyptic Thriller

Post-apocalyptic warfare meets seasonal horror in Hallowarrior. An energetic, high-octane thriller that turns Halloween nostalgia into a bloody fight for survival. The film marks the feature directorial debut of Ben Sottak. He also produced alongside Emmajane Hoffman under the Strange Eons banner, with The Spitting Image and The Dazey Phase. Pitting a solitary survivor against a ruthless band of raiders, the feature serves up an engaging blend of wasteland action, profound isolation, and seasonal mayhem. It’s time for our Hallowarrior review; let’s get into it. Milly Shapiro Anchors a Gripping Story of Isolation and Warfare At the center of the carnage is Milly Shapiro (Hereditary). She delivers a tour-de-force performance as Pumpkin, a young woman navigating a desolate, post-plague Earth. Believing she is the last living human, Pumpkin spends Halloween scavenging for supplies to celebrate her favorite holiday in solitude. Shapiro effortlessly captures her character’s emotional arc. She conveys the horror and sadness of true isolation. She transforms from an

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 1, 2026
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