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Movie Review: Fathers (2026)

Peep this one cats n’ creeps… our heroine for Fathers, Natalie (Kaiti Wallen/Emilia Wallen in flashbacks) is found wandering ‘round the wicked woods with little memory of where she’s been since being snatched from outside her parent’s pad a decade and a half prior. With the dodgy details Natalie can provide we begin to learn, via that above mentioned flashback action, that she has been held by a man named Bobby (Harley Wallen, who also wrote and directed the picture at hand), who has convinced Nat that he is indeed her actual father and not ol’ Calvin (Jerry Hayes)… the dude she always believed to be her pappy… and worse than that, that he’s dispatched a squad of folks to steal her back! Can Natalie be able to discern what is truth and what is bullshit and get her life in order before something dire transpires? Wallen… Harley that is… weaves a complex and (obviously) non-linear narrative with Fathers. The

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Jul 11, 2026

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Netflix Unleashes the Chilling Series “The Survivors”

Welcome to Evelyn Bay. It’s a postcard-perfect Tasmanian slice of heaven. The cliffs are towering, and the ocean is breathtaking. However, the local pastimes include harboring decades of psychological trauma and dark secrets. If your watchlist has been lacking a moody, atmospheric Australian noir that doubles as a masterclass in small-town claustrophobia, Netflix has you covered. All six episodes of the limited series “The Survivors” are officially streaming worldwide. Adapted from Jane Harper’s massive bestseller, this isn’t your standard run-of-the-mill police procedural. Showrunner Tony Ayres (Clickbait, Stateless) describes the show as a bit of a trick. “I often describe the show as a Trojan horse. It’s a family melodrama disguised as a murder mystery.” Dead Men (and Women) Tell Tales Fifteen years ago, a single, catastrophic storm tore through Evelyn Bay. It left two people drowned, a young girl vanished without a trace, and a community permanently scarred. Unable to bear the crushing weight of survival guilt, Kieran Elliott packed

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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Director Adam Wingard and the ‘ONSLAUGHT!’ Cast Heading to SDCC

If your idea of a perfect movie involves high-stakes action, genetically modified muscle, and an absolute avalanche of practical violence, Adam Wingard is about to deliver your new favorite obsession. The director is officially making his explosive return to San Diego Comic-Con to tease his highly anticipated action-thriller, Onslaught. To make things even sweeter, none other than indie cinema icon Kevin Smith will be moderating the panel. Fans can catch Wingard alongside stars Adria Arjona, Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, and Drew Starkey on Thursday, July 23, at 5:30 PM in Ballroom 20 at the San Diego Convention Center. One Mother vs. An Army The premise is beautifully straightforward and intense. A rogue squad of genetically engineered super-soldiers cuts a bloody path across the desert. Unfortunately for them, they cross paths with a lethal, badass Army sniper who is also a fierce mother. When her young daughter’s life is put on the line, she is forced to unleash absolute hell to

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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Drug Smugglers and Apex Predators Bring Total Chaos to ‘Above and Below’

If you thought a standard shark movie was stressful, try adding heavily armed cartel executioners to the mix. Get ready to hold your breath, becauseAbove and Below is turning a routine vacation into an absolute bloodbath. Directed by action specialist Jesse V. Johnson (Savage Dog) and written by Tony Giordano, this high-octane survival thriller hits theaters on July 29, 2026. Cocaine, Cages, and Apex Predators The setup is a classic recipe for vacation disaster. Five friends head out for a thrilling shark dive off the coast of Mexico. Things go south fast when they stumble upon a massive stash of cartel cocaine sitting on the ocean floor. Before they can even process what they’ve found, they are ambushed by the ruthless product owners. Trapped inside a claustrophobic shark cage, the cartel gives friends Tatiana and Kaley a brutal ultimatum. They must swim down to the seafloor and retrieve the missing bag of drugs, or die. What follows is a relentless,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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John Goodman Joins the Cast of ‘Skeletons’ from the Director of Strange Darling

If your cinematic radar hasn’t already been buzzing over Sony Pictures’ upcoming high-concept horror film Skeletons, it’s time to recalibrate. The project was already a massive blip on the genre map. However, the star-studded momentum just hit hyperdrive with the massive news that industry legend John Goodman has officially signed on to star. But Goodman is no stranger to the genre. He appeared in films like 10 Cloverfield Lane, the series “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters,” and so much more. Goodman joins an absolute powerhouse lineup that includes Academy Award winner Brie Larson and indie genre darling Kyle Gallner—who is thrillingly reuniting with director JT Mollner following his spectacular, unhinged collaboration on the non-linear thriller Strange Darling. Oh, and a guy named J.J. Abrams is producing. That’s one hell of a team. A Terrifyingly Twisted Family Secret Do not walk into the theater expecting a routine, bargain-bin jump-scare fest. Skeletons is being described as a grounded, modern, and high-concept spin on

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 9, 2026

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A Discovery Leaves Scientists Hunted by a Killer in ‘The Outer Threat’ – Out This Friday

If discovering intelligent life in the universe doesn’t instantly upend your life, having a nameless, faceless killer hunt you through the wilderness certainly will. Get ready for a high-concept, paranoid thriller that takes sci-fi back to its tense, psychological roots. Written and directed by filmmaker William Woods, The Outer Threat is officially landing on Digital Platforms and VOD from Quiver. Cosmic Truths & Grounded Nightmares The sci-fi thriller follows Daniel and Michelle, two brilliant astrophysicists who stumble onto a groundbreaking, history-making extraterrestrial discovery. But instead of a press conference and a Nobel Prize, their reward is a target on their backs. Forced to flee their home, the couple desperately sprints through the countryside. A relentless, anonymous assailant hot on their heels. As their chaotic flight unfolds, the stress of survival takes a toll. The line between a massive cosmic revelation and intense human paranoia completely blurs. This culminates in a tense, emotional confrontation that pushes the boundaries of science, belief,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 9, 2026

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The Horror Comedy Series “Widow’s Bay” Rules the Emmy Nominations

The 2026 Primetime Emmy nominations have officially landed, and the dark, atmospheric world of “Widow’s Bay” has made a massive splash on the Television Academy’s radar! The acclaimed coastal mystery thriller snagged a phenomenal wave of nominations, proving that its slow-burn dread and sharp, identity-unraveling psychological tension completely captivated voters this season. “Widow’s Bay” was created by Katie Dippold. It follows a mayor trying to fix a reputation problem. Mayor Tom Loftis wants to turn his spooky town into a major tourist hotspot. Unfortunately, the local ghosts and ancient curses didn’t get the memo about the rebranding. Set 40 miles off the coast of New England, “Widow’s Bay” follows Mayor Tom Loftis (Matthew Rhys), a man who is desperately trying to save his dying town by turning it into a premier tourist destination. The problem? The locals are notoriously superstitious, the cell reception is nonexistent, and everyone thinks Tom is a bit of a coward. (To be fair, he is.)

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 9, 2026

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Popcorn Frights Announces Fright-Filled First Wave for Its 12th Edition

Popcorn Frights is one of our fave fests here at Horror Fuel, so we are delighted to present their first wave announcement for the 2026 edition. From stone-cold classics to a treasure trove of new, cutting edge fright fare, the festival has something for genre film cinephiles of all stripes. Following is the official press announcement. This summer, it’s bigger, bloodier, and bolder than ever as the 12th Annual Popcorn Frights Film Festival returns August 6-16 for an electrifying 11-day takeover of South Florida. As the Southeast’s largest genre celebration, Popcorn Frights is unleashing its most thrilling program yet with the reveal of its highly anticipated First Wave lineup—featuring 14 film premieres and 7 special presentations + live immersive events that bring together horror royalty and live events for a cinematic experience with the volume cranked all the way up. The festival will kick off with an Opening Night Zombie-Charged Double-Bill from master filmmaker Yeon Sang-ho, who will present the

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Joseph Perry

Jul 9, 2026

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Slip, Slide, and Severed Limbs: Sharknado Director Drops ‘Water Park Shark’

If you thought you were safe from ocean predators, think again. Anthony C. Ferrante—the mastermind who spent a decade giving the world the glorious madness of the Sharknado franchise—is back. His latest film, Water Park Shark, has officially swum onto Digital platforms. The film stars David Chokachi (Baywatch) and Chelsea Gilson as the poor souls tasked with managing the ultimate summer vacation buzzkill. A Wave Pool Nightmare Penned by Al Kratina, the plot of Water Park Shark is exactly the kind of beautiful campy nonsense you crave. In the movie, a shiver of Great White Sharks manages to infiltrate and storm a bustling water park. And the locals are left completely defenseless. Enter a washed-up former football star working as a lifeguard at a water park. Alongside his ex-girlfriend, the duo must scramble to uncover the shocking secret that is drawing the ocean’s biggest alpha predators directly into the lazy river before the entire park becomes a literal human buffet.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 8, 2026

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Air Conditioning and Apex Predators: Stream These 15 Shark Movies FREE!

Forget about baking in the oppressive summer heat. With Shark Week rapidly approaching, there is a vastly superior way to celebrate the ocean’s finest alpha predators! Lock yourself indoors, crank the AC to sub-zero temperatures, and dive into a massive marathon of toothy terror. To ensure your wallet survives the summer unscathed, Tubi is unlocking 15 shark movies, blockbusters, and unhinged cult classics that are 100% free to watch with no subscription required. From nail-biting survival stories to beautiful, CGI-challenged B-movie madness, here is your ultimate zero-dollar watch list: The Heavy Hitters & Blockbusters The Shallows The Vibe: Suspenseful, gorgeous, and deeply stressful. The Blueprint: Blake Lively stars as a stranded surfer trapped on a solitary rock just 200 yards from shore. It’s a beautifully shot, tightly wound survival hit that will make you rethink your next beach day. Deep Blue Sea The Vibe: Late-’90s sci-fi action gold. The Blueprint: A high-tech underwater research facility becomes a sunken slaughterhouse when

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 8, 2026