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Horror Anthology ’13 Slays Till X-Mas’ Is Out Now On Blu-ray!

Blood Moon Picture’s killer holiday horror anthology 13 Slays Till X-Mas is officially out on Blu-ray and DVD and it’s a must-have, Christmas horror classic in the making! 13 Slays Till X-Mas is set on December 24th, Christmas Eve, with five seemingly random men who are invited to a dive bar in a mysterious e-mail. They decide to pass the time by resurrecting the old tradition of telling scary stories on Christmas Eve. As each takes turns spinning yarns of yuletide terror it becomes evident, they may be harboring a dark and deadly secret. The film is from writer-producer P.J. Starks, the creator of Volumes of Blood, and producer Eric Huskisson (The Confession of Fred Krueger, VOB: Horror Stories) and features thirteen Christmas themed stories of merry mayhem from Brittany Blanton (Seasons Greetings 2), Sean Blevins (Trick or Treat), Jed Brian (Unlisted Owner), William Capps (After the Slasher), Alex Clark, John Hale (The Conduit), Blair Hoyle (Five Wild Animals), Robert

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 10, 2021
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Sam Raimi’s ‘The Unholy’ Starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan Scores An April Release

The Sam Raimi-produced horror The Unholy (originally titled Shrine) has scored an April release date from Sony Pictures The film, from Screen Gems, was written and directed by Evan Spiliotopoulos who making his horror debut after making Disney films such as Beauty and the Beast (2017) and The Huntsman: Winter’s War. “Walking Dead” actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan stars along with Katie Aselton (“Legion”), William Sadler (Bill & Ted Face the Music), Diogo Morgado (The Messengers), and Cary Elwes (Princess Bride). Rob Tapert produces alongside Raimi for Ghost House Pictures. The Unholy,based on James Herbert’s novel Shrine, published in 1983, centers on Alice, “a young hearing-impaired girl who, after a supposed visitation from the Virgin Mary, is inexplicably able to hear, speak and heal the sick. As word spreads and people from near and far flock to witness her miracles, a disgraced journalist (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) hoping to revive his career visits the small New England town to investigate. When terrifying

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 9, 2021
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Watch: A Man’s Childhood Fears Come To Life In The Short Film ‘The Nurturing’

Today, we have a treat for you, the short horror film The Nurturing, directed by Alex DiVinceo who co-wrote the script with Michael Perkins. In the film, “after an injury lands Daniel back in his childhood bedroom under the care of his mother, his adolescent fear returns to haunt him.” The Nurturing stars Anthony Gaudette, Marty Smith, and Hannah Fierman (V/H/S). Despite the pandemic, The Nurturing was able to play some really cool virtual events, including Nightstream,” notes DiVincenzo. “I’m happy to make it available to everyone now, and I hope to get back on the festival circuit in person as soon as it’s safe.” Lockbridge Productions’ previous work includes The Horrors of AutoCorrect (distributed by Eli Roth’s Crypt TV), 48 Hour Film Project winner Root of All Evil, and Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Award nominee Be Us. Watch the film and tell us what you think.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 9, 2021
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A Horrifying Discovery Is Made In ‘Stay Out Of The Attic’ – Coming To Shudder

This March, a moving crew makes a horrifying discovery in Shudder‘s Stay Out of the Attic, from writer-director Jarren Lauder (Bug Bites). In the film, “a diverse group of ex-cons-turned-movers—played by Morgan Alexandria (Forever My Girl), Ryan Francis (Sisters) and Bryce Fernelius (Ruling of the Heart)—are convinced by their creepy client, Vern Muller (Michael Flynn, The Outpost), to pull an all-nighter for a generous pay bump. As the night progresses and rooms are cleared, they slowly uncover the horrors that exist inside his old Victorian mansion, including boobytraps, human experimentation, Nazi monsters, and more. Will they survive the night?” Stay Out of the Attic premieres on Shudder on March 11, 2021. It will also be available on Shudder Canada, Shudder UK, and Shudder ANZ on the same day.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 8, 2021
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Alicia Silverstone & James Tupper Face A Great White In ‘The Requin’

We here at Horror Fuel.com have been fans of shark films since the moment we first saw Bruce in Jaws, so we’re always excited when we learn of a new aquatic creature feature. Today, we can report that Alicia Silverstone (Clueless, The Lodge) and James Tupper (“Big Little Lies”) are starring in The Requin. In the film, a couple (Silverstone and Tupper) are on a romantic getaway in Vietnam. After a massive tropical storm sweeps them away from their seaside villa leaving them alone, injured, and floating on the ocean’s surface with a hungry Great White stalking them from below. Le-Van Kiet (Furie) wrote and directed the film with Ellen Wander and Jordan Dykstra of Film Bridge International producing and selling the film at the ongoing EFM. Filmed at Universal Studios Orlando, it was also produced by Aaron B. Koontz, Ashleigh Snead, and Cameron Burns of Paper Street Pictures. according to Deadline. In case you were wondering about the film’s

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 8, 2021
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‘IT’ Actress Sophia Lillis Joins The Cast Of The ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Movie

Sophia Lillis may be young but she’s already left her mark on the film world, starring in films such as IT, IT: Chapter Two, and Oz Perkin’s critically acclaimed Gretel & Hansel. Next, Lillis will be playing the antagonist in the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons movie that is currently in pre-production from Paramount Pictures. Written and directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, Dungeons & Dragons will also feature Star Trek and Wonder Woman actor Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez (Avatar, The Fast and the Furious), Justice Smith (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom), and “Bridgerton” actor Regé-Jean Page. The plot details are being kept quiet at the moment but we are expecting an update soon about the movie inspired by the iconic tabletop game.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 8, 2021
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A Car Crash Reveals A Deadly Conspiracy In ‘Dark State’

The chilling psychological thriller Dark State from writer-director Tracy Lucca (The Finders), is headed your way this March from Atlas Distribution Company and Lucca Films in association with Creative Partners International & Realize Studios. In the film, “Katie Marro is on the verge of becoming a movie star when her plans are brutally interrupted. While driving home to her small hometown, she is involved in a fatal car crash in which she is the only survivor. Alicia Gazzara, a local reporter at the Hammonton Herald, begins to write an article about the accident and the deceased passengers: a retired Army intelligence officer, an heir to a pharmaceutical fortune, and a self-confessed serial killer. As Alicia begins to investigate why these seemingly unconnected people would be together in the same car, a complicated picture begins to emerge. Eventually, Alicia uncovers connections deeper and more sinister than anyone in her small town could imagine. When events begin to turn deadly, Alicia must

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 7, 2021
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Introduce Your Kids To The World Of King Kong With New Children’s Book

As Godzilla vs Kong approaches its release in theaters and on HBO Max on March 26, 2021, Legendary Comics is gearing up for the release of its first children’s book, Kong and Me, a perfect way to introduce your little monster to the legendary Colossus. Kong finds himself in the center of a charming and enthralling children’s book, Kong and Me, by New York Times’ best-selling author Kiki Thorpe (The Never Girl early chapter book series) with illustrations by Nidhi Chanani (Pashmina; I will be fierce). Young fans will be able to follow along as the mighty Titan and his new pal spend a day of fun and adventure exploring the many wonders of Skull Island—proving that friendships come in many sizes and no matter how different we are, no one is too big or small to find a true friend. You can pre-order your copy now ahead of its March 30, 2021 release by Legendary Comics. To show you

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 6, 2021
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‘A Quiet Place Part II’ Arriving Four Months Early!

The highly anticipated sequel A Quiet Place Part II‘s release date has already been rescheduled several times, like many films, with the most recent release date being September. However, we’ve got great news, the film’s arrival has now been bumped up to this May. John Krasinski returns as director and actor. He also co-wrote the script along with Scott Beck. Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe, and Djimon Hounsou also star in the sequel to the critically acclaimed 2018 film. . Part II finds the Abbott family (Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe) now facing the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path. The origin story is also revealed in the form of flashbacks. Word is, Paramount is already working on a third film

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 6, 2021
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John Wick Writer Adapting Japanese Manga ‘Hellsing’ For A Feature Film

When it comes to action-packed films John Wick is at the top of the list. The writer behind the pulse-pounding franchise, Derek Kolstad, is now gearing up to bring us another film that will keep us on the edge of our seats, the live-action film adaptation of the Japanese action-horror manga Hellsing for Amazon Studios, Deadline reports. Ever since my brother introduced me to the Hellsing manga and anime some years ago, I’ve been obsessed with adapting it,” Kolstad said in a statement. “Hellsing reimagines Dracula as Alucard, a special agent bound to The Hellsing Organization, under the leadership of Integra Hellsing, great-granddaughter of Abraham Van Hellsing, to aid them in their mission to protect England and the world from vampires, ghouls, and other supernatural threats. The manga also focuses on Hellsing’s newest recruit, a female ex-police officer named Seras Victoria.” I’ve always loved the vampire genre, especially when a creator is able to put their own unique spin on

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 5, 2021

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Horror Anthology ’13 Slays Till X-Mas’ Is Out Now On Blu-ray!

Blood Moon Picture’s killer holiday horror anthology 13 Slays Till X-Mas is officially out on Blu-ray and DVD and it’s a must-have, Christmas horror classic in the making! 13 Slays Till X-Mas is set on December 24th, Christmas Eve, with five seemingly random men who are invited to a dive bar in a mysterious e-mail. They decide to pass the time by resurrecting the old tradition of telling scary stories on Christmas Eve. As each takes turns spinning yarns of yuletide terror it becomes evident, they may be harboring a dark and deadly secret. The film is from writer-producer P.J. Starks, the creator of Volumes of Blood, and producer Eric Huskisson (The Confession of Fred Krueger, VOB: Horror Stories) and features thirteen Christmas themed stories of merry mayhem from Brittany Blanton (Seasons Greetings 2), Sean Blevins (Trick or Treat), Jed Brian (Unlisted Owner), William Capps (After the Slasher), Alex Clark, John Hale (The Conduit), Blair Hoyle (Five Wild Animals), Robert

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 10, 2021
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Sam Raimi’s ‘The Unholy’ Starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan Scores An April Release

The Sam Raimi-produced horror The Unholy (originally titled Shrine) has scored an April release date from Sony Pictures The film, from Screen Gems, was written and directed by Evan Spiliotopoulos who making his horror debut after making Disney films such as Beauty and the Beast (2017) and The Huntsman: Winter’s War. “Walking Dead” actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan stars along with Katie Aselton (“Legion”), William Sadler (Bill & Ted Face the Music), Diogo Morgado (The Messengers), and Cary Elwes (Princess Bride). Rob Tapert produces alongside Raimi for Ghost House Pictures. The Unholy,based on James Herbert’s novel Shrine, published in 1983, centers on Alice, “a young hearing-impaired girl who, after a supposed visitation from the Virgin Mary, is inexplicably able to hear, speak and heal the sick. As word spreads and people from near and far flock to witness her miracles, a disgraced journalist (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) hoping to revive his career visits the small New England town to investigate. When terrifying

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 9, 2021
Horror Fuel

Watch: A Man’s Childhood Fears Come To Life In The Short Film ‘The Nurturing’

Today, we have a treat for you, the short horror film The Nurturing, directed by Alex DiVinceo who co-wrote the script with Michael Perkins. In the film, “after an injury lands Daniel back in his childhood bedroom under the care of his mother, his adolescent fear returns to haunt him.” The Nurturing stars Anthony Gaudette, Marty Smith, and Hannah Fierman (V/H/S). Despite the pandemic, The Nurturing was able to play some really cool virtual events, including Nightstream,” notes DiVincenzo. “I’m happy to make it available to everyone now, and I hope to get back on the festival circuit in person as soon as it’s safe.” Lockbridge Productions’ previous work includes The Horrors of AutoCorrect (distributed by Eli Roth’s Crypt TV), 48 Hour Film Project winner Root of All Evil, and Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Award nominee Be Us. Watch the film and tell us what you think.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 9, 2021
Horror Fuel

A Horrifying Discovery Is Made In ‘Stay Out Of The Attic’ – Coming To Shudder

This March, a moving crew makes a horrifying discovery in Shudder‘s Stay Out of the Attic, from writer-director Jarren Lauder (Bug Bites). In the film, “a diverse group of ex-cons-turned-movers—played by Morgan Alexandria (Forever My Girl), Ryan Francis (Sisters) and Bryce Fernelius (Ruling of the Heart)—are convinced by their creepy client, Vern Muller (Michael Flynn, The Outpost), to pull an all-nighter for a generous pay bump. As the night progresses and rooms are cleared, they slowly uncover the horrors that exist inside his old Victorian mansion, including boobytraps, human experimentation, Nazi monsters, and more. Will they survive the night?” Stay Out of the Attic premieres on Shudder on March 11, 2021. It will also be available on Shudder Canada, Shudder UK, and Shudder ANZ on the same day.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 8, 2021
Horror Fuel

Alicia Silverstone & James Tupper Face A Great White In ‘The Requin’

We here at Horror Fuel.com have been fans of shark films since the moment we first saw Bruce in Jaws, so we’re always excited when we learn of a new aquatic creature feature. Today, we can report that Alicia Silverstone (Clueless, The Lodge) and James Tupper (“Big Little Lies”) are starring in The Requin. In the film, a couple (Silverstone and Tupper) are on a romantic getaway in Vietnam. After a massive tropical storm sweeps them away from their seaside villa leaving them alone, injured, and floating on the ocean’s surface with a hungry Great White stalking them from below. Le-Van Kiet (Furie) wrote and directed the film with Ellen Wander and Jordan Dykstra of Film Bridge International producing and selling the film at the ongoing EFM. Filmed at Universal Studios Orlando, it was also produced by Aaron B. Koontz, Ashleigh Snead, and Cameron Burns of Paper Street Pictures. according to Deadline. In case you were wondering about the film’s

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 8, 2021
Horror Fuel

‘IT’ Actress Sophia Lillis Joins The Cast Of The ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Movie

Sophia Lillis may be young but she’s already left her mark on the film world, starring in films such as IT, IT: Chapter Two, and Oz Perkin’s critically acclaimed Gretel & Hansel. Next, Lillis will be playing the antagonist in the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons movie that is currently in pre-production from Paramount Pictures. Written and directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, Dungeons & Dragons will also feature Star Trek and Wonder Woman actor Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez (Avatar, The Fast and the Furious), Justice Smith (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom), and “Bridgerton” actor Regé-Jean Page. The plot details are being kept quiet at the moment but we are expecting an update soon about the movie inspired by the iconic tabletop game.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 8, 2021
Horror Fuel

A Car Crash Reveals A Deadly Conspiracy In ‘Dark State’

The chilling psychological thriller Dark State from writer-director Tracy Lucca (The Finders), is headed your way this March from Atlas Distribution Company and Lucca Films in association with Creative Partners International & Realize Studios. In the film, “Katie Marro is on the verge of becoming a movie star when her plans are brutally interrupted. While driving home to her small hometown, she is involved in a fatal car crash in which she is the only survivor. Alicia Gazzara, a local reporter at the Hammonton Herald, begins to write an article about the accident and the deceased passengers: a retired Army intelligence officer, an heir to a pharmaceutical fortune, and a self-confessed serial killer. As Alicia begins to investigate why these seemingly unconnected people would be together in the same car, a complicated picture begins to emerge. Eventually, Alicia uncovers connections deeper and more sinister than anyone in her small town could imagine. When events begin to turn deadly, Alicia must

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 7, 2021
Horror Fuel

Introduce Your Kids To The World Of King Kong With New Children’s Book

As Godzilla vs Kong approaches its release in theaters and on HBO Max on March 26, 2021, Legendary Comics is gearing up for the release of its first children’s book, Kong and Me, a perfect way to introduce your little monster to the legendary Colossus. Kong finds himself in the center of a charming and enthralling children’s book, Kong and Me, by New York Times’ best-selling author Kiki Thorpe (The Never Girl early chapter book series) with illustrations by Nidhi Chanani (Pashmina; I will be fierce). Young fans will be able to follow along as the mighty Titan and his new pal spend a day of fun and adventure exploring the many wonders of Skull Island—proving that friendships come in many sizes and no matter how different we are, no one is too big or small to find a true friend. You can pre-order your copy now ahead of its March 30, 2021 release by Legendary Comics. To show you

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 6, 2021
Horror Fuel

‘A Quiet Place Part II’ Arriving Four Months Early!

The highly anticipated sequel A Quiet Place Part II‘s release date has already been rescheduled several times, like many films, with the most recent release date being September. However, we’ve got great news, the film’s arrival has now been bumped up to this May. John Krasinski returns as director and actor. He also co-wrote the script along with Scott Beck. Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe, and Djimon Hounsou also star in the sequel to the critically acclaimed 2018 film. . Part II finds the Abbott family (Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe) now facing the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path. The origin story is also revealed in the form of flashbacks. Word is, Paramount is already working on a third film

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 6, 2021
Horror Fuel

John Wick Writer Adapting Japanese Manga ‘Hellsing’ For A Feature Film

When it comes to action-packed films John Wick is at the top of the list. The writer behind the pulse-pounding franchise, Derek Kolstad, is now gearing up to bring us another film that will keep us on the edge of our seats, the live-action film adaptation of the Japanese action-horror manga Hellsing for Amazon Studios, Deadline reports. Ever since my brother introduced me to the Hellsing manga and anime some years ago, I’ve been obsessed with adapting it,” Kolstad said in a statement. “Hellsing reimagines Dracula as Alucard, a special agent bound to The Hellsing Organization, under the leadership of Integra Hellsing, great-granddaughter of Abraham Van Hellsing, to aid them in their mission to protect England and the world from vampires, ghouls, and other supernatural threats. The manga also focuses on Hellsing’s newest recruit, a female ex-police officer named Seras Victoria.” I’ve always loved the vampire genre, especially when a creator is able to put their own unique spin on

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 5, 2021
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