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Epix Unveils The Dark, Unnerving Trailer For “Chapelwaite” Inspired By Jerusalem’s Lot

Academy Award® Winner Adrien Brody stars alongside Emily Hampshire in EPIX’s “Chapelwaite“, a series based on the short story Jerusalem’s Lot by Stephen King. Today, the fantastic first official trailer has arrived, teasing a dark, unnerving series filled with mystery and horror. “Set in the 1850s, the series follows Captain Charles Boone (Brody), who relocates his family of three children to his ancestral home in the small, seemingly sleepy town of Preacher’s Corners, Maine after his wife dies at sea. However, Charles will soon have to confront the secrets of his family’s sordid history and fight to end the darkness that has plagued the Boones for generations.  Hampshire plays Rebecca Morgan, an ambitious young woman who left Preacher’s Corners to attend Mount Holyoke College and has returned home with an advance to write a story for the new and prestigious Atlantic Magazine.  Her writer’s block lifts when Boone arrives in town with his children, and despite her mother’s protests, Rebecca applies to be the governess of the infamous Chapelwaite manor and the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 8, 2021

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Whispers Fill The New ‘Chapelwaite’ Trailer Ahead Of August Premiere

Academy Award® Winner Adrien Brody stars alongside Emily Hampshire in EPIX’s “Chapelwaite“, a series based on the short story Jerusalem’s Lot by Stephen King. Today, the premiere date has been announced and the first teaser trailer released. “Set in the 1850s, the series follows Captain Charles Boone (Brody), who relocates his family of three children to his ancestral home in the small, seemingly sleepy town of Preacher’s Corners, Maine after his wife dies at sea. However, Charles will soon have to confront the secrets of his family’s sordid history and fight to end the darkness that has plagued the Boones for generations.  Hampshire plays Rebecca Morgan, an ambitious young woman who left Preacher’s Corners to attend Mount Holyoke College and has returned home with an advance to write a story for the new and prestigious Atlantic Magazine.  Her writer’s block lifts when Boone arrives in town with his children, and despite her mother’s protests, Rebecca applies to be the governess of the infamous Chapelwaite manor and the Boone family in order to

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 29, 2021

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Blumhouse and Epix Announce The Cast For The Marcus Dunstan Directed Horror ‘Unhuman’

EPIX® and Blumhouse have just announced the lead cast member of the upcoming horror film Unhuman, including two-time Emmy nominated actress Brianne Tju (Light As a Feather, I Know What You Did Last Summer), Benjamin Wadsworth (Your Honor), Uriah Shelton (Freaky), and Ali Gallo (The Carpool). Unhuman centers on “a group of high school students. After their school bus crashes while on a field trip, relationships are tested amongst the students once they realize they are being stalked by a mysterious attacker who intends to drive them out of their bucolic adolescence and straight into a horrifying fight to survive.” Marcus Dunstan is directing from a script by Paul Soter (Club Dread). Dunstan and Soter previously collaborated with Blumhouse Television on the horror anthology series Into the Dark – Dunstan directed the Thanksgiving episode Pilgrim, while Soter penned the Christmas-themed A Nasty Piece of Work. As a screenwriter, Dunstan’s credits include Saw IV, V, VI, and Saw: The Final Chapter

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 11, 2021

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A First Look At Epix’s New Series “Chapelwaite” Based On Stephen King’s Jerusalem’s Lot

Several years ago it was first announced that Epix would be adapting Stephen King‘s tale “Jerusalem’s Lot,” first published back in 1978. In May we supplied an update, that the series had cast Oscar-winner Adrien Brody in a lead role. Varriety has now shared the first look at the series titled “Chapelwaite‘ images and a teaser traier to whet your appetite. Brody will star as Captain Charles Boone along side Emily Hapshire (“Shitt’s Creek”) as Rebecca Morgan a new character., an ambitious young woman who left the town of Preacher’s Corners to attend college. When she returns home to write a story for the prestigious Atlantic Magazine she finds herself with writer’s block that lifts when Boone (Brody) comes to town along with his children. Ignoring her mother’s protests she applies to be the governess of the Chapelwaite manor for the Boone family. There she not only writes a great gothic novel, but she also begins to unravel a mystery

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

May 22, 2021

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We’ve Got A New Clip From True Crime Series “Fall River” – Premiering On Epix This Week

Epix and Blumhouse’s upcoming four-part true-crime docuseries “Fall River” explores a story of sex, satanic cults, and murder, and it’s set to premiere this week! Ahead of the premiere, we’ve got a new clip to share with you. “In 1979 – almost 90 years after infamous, accused murderer Lizzie Borden’s notorious acquittal – Fall River, Massachusetts would become home to another terrifying series of crimes. When three young women were killed in a streak of brutal murders, police alleged a satanic cult was practicing human sacrifice. The cult leader, a man named Carl Drew, was captured and sent to prison for life without parole. Twenty years after the trial, the lead investigator Paul Carey became so haunted by inconsistencies in the stories that he re-investigated his own case after he retired. Evidence surfaced that brought the entire story into question. Now through exclusive interviews, including intimate conversations with Drew, new witnesses, and illuminating evidence, this documentary series will tell the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

May 13, 2021

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Epix’s New series “From” Takes Us To A Town Plagued By Monstrous Creatures

Epix has just announced their new original horror series “From,” created by John Griffin (Crater). According to Deadline, “From” unravels the mystery of a nightmarish town in middle America that traps all those who enter. As the unwilling residents fight to keep a sense of normalcy and search for a way out, they must also survive the threats of the surrounding forest – including the terrifying creatures that come out when the sun goes down.” “From will deliver suspense, terror and cliffhanger moments, all while telling a truly engaging story with rich characters,” said EPIX’s Michael Wright. “We’re thrilled to be working with John Griffin and this talented creative team to bring the series to our audience.” Jack Bender (“Mr. Mercedes”) will be directing the first four episodes of the ten-episode first season series from Epix Studios and MGM International Television Productions. Midnight Radio and Joe Russo, and Anthony Russo of AGBO are producing. Epix has also struck an eight-picture

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 20, 2021

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Emmy Award Winner Ali LeRoi Directing Blumhouse & Epix’s ‘American Refugee’

Emmy award-winner Ali LeRoi is set to direct Blumhouse’s American Refugee, the second film announced as part of Blumhouse’s deal with Epix, with the first being Whistler Camp. In American Refugee, “With the American economy in collapse and the nation under martial law, a family seeks shelter in their neighbor’s bunker, where the danger inside is potentially greater than the danger outside.” Allison and Nicolas Buckmelter penned the script which was awarded the distinguished Nicholl Fellowship in screenwriting. LeRoi is best known for co-creating the television hits “Everybody Hates Chris” starring Chris Rock, and garnered multiple Emmy nominations for “The Chris Rock Show” winning an Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Program. He received multiple award nominations including a WGA Award for Everybody Hates Chris and won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. LeRoi most recently helmed the indie drama The Obituary of Tunde Johnson, which premiered at the 2019 Toronto

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 14, 2021

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Paul Schneider Enters ‘A House On The Bayou’, The First Movie Of Epix And Blumhouse’s Eight Movie Slate

Tales from the Loop actor Paul Schneider and Lauren Richards have joined the cast of A House on the Bayou, which has begun production in New Orleans, LA. It is Epix® and Blumhouse’s first film in their recently announced eight-movie slate. Written and directed by Alex McAulay (Don’t Tell A Soul), A House on the Bayou follows a troubled couple (Paul Schneider, Tales from the Loop and Angela Sarafyan, “Westworld”) and their teenage daughter (Lia McHugh, The Eternals) who go on vacation to an isolated house in the Louisiana bayou to reconnect as a family. But when unexpected visitors arrive, their facade of family unity starts to unravel, as terrifying secrets come to light. The cast also features Jacob Lofland (Maze Runner) in a lead role, Doug Van Liew (Ida Red), and Lauren Richards (“Doom Patrol”) in supporting roles. Jason Blum, Chris McCumber, and Jeremy Gold are producing for Blumhouse, and Mary-Margaret Kunze will also produce. A House on the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 8, 2021

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Epix’s Trailer For Docuseries “Fall River” Explores A Case Of Murder And Satanic Panic

Epix has just released the trailer for the upcoming four-part true crime docuseries “Fall River” which explores a story of sex, satanic cults, and murder. “In 1979 – almost 90 years after infamous, accused murderer Lizzie Borden’s notorious acquittal – Fall River, Massachusetts would become home to another terrifying series of crimes. When three young women were killed in a streak of brutal murders, police alleged a satanic cult was practicing human sacrifice. The cult leader, a man named Carl Drew, was captured and sent to prison for life without parole. Twenty years after the trial, the lead investigator Paul Carey became so haunted by inconsistencies in the stories that he re-investigated his own case after he retired. Evidence surfaced that brought the entire story into question. Now through exclusive interviews, including intimate conversations with Drew, new witnesses, and illuminating evidence, this documentary series will tell the true story of a town caught in the grips of the paranoia and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Mar 24, 2021

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Oscar-Winner Adrien Brody Starring In Epix’s Series Adaption Of Stephen King’s ‘Jerusalem’s Lot’

A new series adaptation of Stephen King‘s story Jerusalem’s Lot is coming to Epix and we’ve got the new spooky AF poster above). The ten-episode series, titled “Chapelwaite” will star Oscar-winner Adrien Brody (The Pianist, “Peaky Blinders”) and “Schitt’s Creek” actress Emily Hampshire. Hampshire stars as Rebecca Morgan, an ambitious young woman who left the town of Preacher’s Corners to attend college. When she returns home to write a story for the prestigious Atlantic Magazine she finds herself with writer’s block that lifts when Boone (Brody) comes to town along with his children. Ignoring her mother’s protests she applies to be the governess of the Chapelwaite manor for the Boone family. There she not only writes a great gothic novel, but she also begins to unravel a mystery that has plagued her family and his for years. Flatliners and Salem’s Lot writer Peter Filardi is writing the series along with his brother Jason Filardi (Bringing Down the House). They will

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Mar 21, 2021

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