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Filming Location Revealed For Netflix’s Stephen King Adaptation ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’

Filming Location Revealed For Netflix’s Stephen King Adaptation ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’

Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of Stephen King’s story Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is set to begin filming this month. The location has now been revealed. Much of the film will be shot in Norwalk, Connecticut at the Lockwood Mathews Mansion. The project is being developed by “American Horror Story” creator Ryan Murphy, with John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side) writing and directing. “Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is from the latest collection of novellas “If It Bleeds” from Stephen King, about a young boy named Craig, living in a small town, who befriends an older, reclusive billionaire, Mr. Harrigan. The two form a bond over books and an iPhone, but when the man passes away, the boy discovers that not everything dead is gone, and finds himself able to communicate with his friend from the grave through the iPhone that was buried with him.” Donald Sutherland (The Hunger Games franchise) will star as “Mr. Harrigan” with Jaeden Martell (IT) playing the role of “Craig”.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Stephen King’s ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’ From ‘If It Bleeds’ Getting A Netflix Adaptation

Stephen King’s ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’ From ‘If It Bleeds’ Getting A Netflix Adaptation

Stephen King adaptations are as popular as ever with several being released his year and nine (yes nine) headed your way in 2022 (read more about that here). One of the new adaptations is Mr. Harrigan’s Phone, based on King’s story featured in his new collection If It Bleeds. Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is set to be adapted for a feature film for Netflix. The project is being developed by “American Horror Story” creator Ryan Murphy, with John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side) writing and directing. Production begins this month on the film, which Blumhouse announced last week during BlumFest 2021. “Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is from the latest collection of novellas “If It Bleeds” from Stephen King, about a young boy named Craig, living in a small town, who befriends an older, reclusive billionaire, Mr. Harrigan. The two form a bond over books and an iPhone, but when the man passes away, the boy discovers that not everything dead is gone,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 21, 2021
Horror Fuel

New “American Horror Story: Double Feature” Trailer Teases The Lovecraftian Horrors That Await Us

The tenth season of FX’s “AHS”, titled “American Horror Story: Double Feature” will be split into two halves. The first half, “Red Tide” premieres later this month and we’ve got the trailer that gives us a real look at the season. Part One centers on a struggling writer, his pregnant wife, and their daughter who move to an isolated beach town for the winter. As they settle in, the town’s residents begin to make themselves known. Regular returning cast members include Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Billie Lourd, Finn Wittrock, Lily Rabe, Frances Conroy, Leslie Grossman, and Angelica Ross. Macaulay Culkin has joined the cast along with Kaia Gerber. Check out the trailer that teases the horrors that await us in the first half of “American Horror Story: Double Feature – Part One: Red Tide” which premieres on FX on August 25, 2021. The premiere date for “Part Two: Death Valley” has yet to be announced, but we’ll keep you posted.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 14, 2021
Horror Fuel

Plot Details For First Two Episodes Of “American Horror Stories” Surface Ahead Of Premiere

The new “AHS” spin-off series “American Horror Stories,” is set to debut this week on both FX on Hulu. Ahead of its premiere, we’ve got the plot details for the first two episodes. “AHS” creator Ryan Murphy is behind the new series that features one-hour episodes that delve into myths, legends, and more. Episode 1: “Rubber(wo)Man” A teenager and her Dads move into a forsaken home with a grim past. As the family makes renovations, darkness takes root within them. Episode 2: “Rubber(wo)Man Part Two” Scarlett enters a twisted new romance while Michael and Troy are forced to confront their rocky relationship. The massive ensemble cast includes Matt Bomer, Gavin Creel, Sierra McCormick, Ashley Martin Carter, Paris Jackson, Kaia Gerber, Aaron Tveit, Belissa Escobedo, Rhenzy Feliz, Madison Bailey, Amy Grabow, Kyle Red Silverstein, John Carroll Lynch, Naomi Grossman, Dyllon Burnside, Nico Greetham, Charles Melton, Kevin McHale, Danny Trejo, Billie Lourd, and Virginia Gardner. Tune in on Hulu or FX for

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 14, 2021
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New Poster, Teaser, And Premiere Date For “American Horror Stories”

Ryan Murphy‘s “AHS” spin-off “American Horror Stories” has unveiled a new poster that reveals the new series’ premiere date, which is right around the corner, for July. Murphy has also share a new teaser that takes us back to Murder House. The poster gives us a taste of what we can expect, revealing the person in the gimp suit which we first saw in “Murder House”. Evan Peters who is returning along with Sarah Paulson, who will direct several episodes, and newcomers Danny Trejo, Kevin McHale, Dyllón Burnside, Charles Melton and Nico Greetham. “American Horror Stories” premieres exclusively on Hulu on July 15, 2021. “AHS” returns this August. https://twitter.com/MrRPMurphy/status/1407745266296438784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1407745266296438784%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fdeadline.com%2F2021%2F06%2Famerican-horror-stories-teaser-ryan-murphy-new-chapters-ahs-spinoff-1234780185%2F e

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 27, 2021
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Ryan Murphy Bringing The Frightening True Story Of “The Watcher” To Netflix

Back in 2015, a family was intimidated into leaving their new home after receiving creepy letters from a mysterious stalker only known as “The Watcher”. In 2018, Netflix snagged the rights with the intent of turning the real-life horror story into a feature film. Things have been quiet for a while, but an update has now arrived via Deadline. According to the site, “The Watcher” will now be turned into a limited series from “American Horror Story’s” Ryan Murphy who serves as co-creator along with Ian Brennan (“Glee”). The two will also produce. As for the cast, Naomi Watts (King Kong, “Twin Peaks”) and Bobby Cannavale (Ant-Man, “Mr. Robot”) will lead the cast. . Deadline states, “The series, which evokes the first season of Murphy’s hit American Horror Story, is inspired by the infamous “Watcher” house in New Jersey. A couple bought the 1905 Dutch colonial revival in 2014 for nearly $1.4 million. They were forced to abandon their new

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 14, 2021
Horror Fuel

Ryan Murphy Casts “AHS” Star Even Peters As Famous Serial Killer In Netflix Series ‘Monster’

Like always, Ryan Murphy is turning to his “American Horror Story” alum to cast his new Netflix series, “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” TVline reports. According to the site, Murphy has cast long-time “AHS” star, Evan Peters, as the infamous serial killer in the limited series. “Monster tells the tale of one of America’s most infamous killers, who was convicted of murdering 17 men and boys from 1978 to 1991, with his methods including mutilation, necrophilia, and cannibalism. The series will focus on the perspective of Dahmer’s victims and will also look at the police incompetence and apathy that allowed the Wisconsin native to go on a multiyear killing spree, with Dahmer (aka the “Milwaukee Cannibal”) repeatedly being nearly apprehended but then let go by a justice system that saw him as harmless. Later he was arrested and sentenced but was killed in prison by a fellow inmate before justice could be served. Emmy winner Richard Jenkins (Six Feet Under,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 24, 2021
Horror Fuel

New Details Emerge About Ryan Murphy’s “AHS” Spinoff

Ryan Murphy, creator of “American Horror Story” has revealed a few more tidbits about his upcoming “AHS” spinoff anthology series, “American Horror Stories.” Murphy took to Instagram today saying, “We are doing 16 one-hour stand-alone episodes delving into horror myths, legends, and lore…many of these episodes will feature AHS stars you know and love. More to follow…” Back in May, the spinoff was announced as the 10th season of “AHS” was delayed due to the pandemic. But don’t panic, “AHS” will be back in 2021 on both FX and Hulu. It’s really no surprise that long time series regular Sarah Paulson will be involved in the spinoff, however, it may not be on screen. Tuesday Paulson stated during a Netflix panel for Murphy’s other series “Ratched” in which she also stars, that, “I’ll be directing something.” Deadline reports that their sources have described the new project as a companion anthology series to “AHS” with each episode being a stand-alone ghost

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 14, 2020
Horror Fuel

Ryan Murphy Delves Into The Crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer In New Series

There will always be fans of true-crime and those curious about serial killers. When it comes to serial killers we seem to see more about Ted Bundy and Charles Manson than any other murderers, but now Emmy Award Winner Ryan Murphy is set to shed light on the infamous serial killer, Jeffrey Dahmer. Ryan Murphy, the creator of “American Horror Story” and most recently creator of Netflix’s “Racheted”, along his producing partner Ian Brennan have received the green light from Netflix for the limited series “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” which centers on Dahmer, one of America’s most well-known killers. Told from mostly the point of view of his victims, the series will also delve into the investigation, including the fact that he was let go as many as ten times after being apprehended, Variety reports. “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” will star Richard Jenkins (The Shape of Water) and will be directed by Janet Mock and Carl Franklin. Murphy,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2020
Horror Fuel

First Look: Netflix’s “Ratched’ Looks A Lot Like A New Season Of “AHS”

Ryan Murphy, the creator of “American Horror Stories” has teamed up again with the series’ star Sarah Paulson for the new Netflix series “Ratched” and we’ve got the first look which looks like a new season of “AHS.” The 8-episode series tells the origin story of the iconic evil Nurse Mildred Ratched from the 1975 film One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, based on the novel written by Ken Kesey. “In 1947, Mildred arrives in Northern California to seek employment at a leading psychiatric hospital where new and unsettling experiments have begun on the human mind. On a clandestine mission, Mildred presents herself as the perfect image of what a dedicated nurse should be, but the wheels are always turning and as she begins to infiltrate the mental health care system and those within it, Mildred’s stylish exterior belies growing darkness that has long been smoldering within, revealing that true monsters are made, not born.” The series stars Paulson as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 31, 2020

More from Ryan Murphy

Filming Location Revealed For Netflix’s Stephen King Adaptation ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’

Filming Location Revealed For Netflix’s Stephen King Adaptation ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’

Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of Stephen King’s story Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is set to begin filming this month. The location has now been revealed. Much of the film will be shot in Norwalk, Connecticut at the Lockwood Mathews Mansion. The project is being developed by “American Horror Story” creator Ryan Murphy, with John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side) writing and directing. “Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is from the latest collection of novellas “If It Bleeds” from Stephen King, about a young boy named Craig, living in a small town, who befriends an older, reclusive billionaire, Mr. Harrigan. The two form a bond over books and an iPhone, but when the man passes away, the boy discovers that not everything dead is gone, and finds himself able to communicate with his friend from the grave through the iPhone that was buried with him.” Donald Sutherland (The Hunger Games franchise) will star as “Mr. Harrigan” with Jaeden Martell (IT) playing the role of “Craig”.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Stephen King’s ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’ From ‘If It Bleeds’ Getting A Netflix Adaptation

Stephen King’s ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone’ From ‘If It Bleeds’ Getting A Netflix Adaptation

Stephen King adaptations are as popular as ever with several being released his year and nine (yes nine) headed your way in 2022 (read more about that here). One of the new adaptations is Mr. Harrigan’s Phone, based on King’s story featured in his new collection If It Bleeds. Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is set to be adapted for a feature film for Netflix. The project is being developed by “American Horror Story” creator Ryan Murphy, with John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side) writing and directing. Production begins this month on the film, which Blumhouse announced last week during BlumFest 2021. “Mr. Harrigan’s Phone is from the latest collection of novellas “If It Bleeds” from Stephen King, about a young boy named Craig, living in a small town, who befriends an older, reclusive billionaire, Mr. Harrigan. The two form a bond over books and an iPhone, but when the man passes away, the boy discovers that not everything dead is gone,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 21, 2021
Horror Fuel

New “American Horror Story: Double Feature” Trailer Teases The Lovecraftian Horrors That Await Us

The tenth season of FX’s “AHS”, titled “American Horror Story: Double Feature” will be split into two halves. The first half, “Red Tide” premieres later this month and we’ve got the trailer that gives us a real look at the season. Part One centers on a struggling writer, his pregnant wife, and their daughter who move to an isolated beach town for the winter. As they settle in, the town’s residents begin to make themselves known. Regular returning cast members include Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Billie Lourd, Finn Wittrock, Lily Rabe, Frances Conroy, Leslie Grossman, and Angelica Ross. Macaulay Culkin has joined the cast along with Kaia Gerber. Check out the trailer that teases the horrors that await us in the first half of “American Horror Story: Double Feature – Part One: Red Tide” which premieres on FX on August 25, 2021. The premiere date for “Part Two: Death Valley” has yet to be announced, but we’ll keep you posted.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 14, 2021
Horror Fuel

Plot Details For First Two Episodes Of “American Horror Stories” Surface Ahead Of Premiere

The new “AHS” spin-off series “American Horror Stories,” is set to debut this week on both FX on Hulu. Ahead of its premiere, we’ve got the plot details for the first two episodes. “AHS” creator Ryan Murphy is behind the new series that features one-hour episodes that delve into myths, legends, and more. Episode 1: “Rubber(wo)Man” A teenager and her Dads move into a forsaken home with a grim past. As the family makes renovations, darkness takes root within them. Episode 2: “Rubber(wo)Man Part Two” Scarlett enters a twisted new romance while Michael and Troy are forced to confront their rocky relationship. The massive ensemble cast includes Matt Bomer, Gavin Creel, Sierra McCormick, Ashley Martin Carter, Paris Jackson, Kaia Gerber, Aaron Tveit, Belissa Escobedo, Rhenzy Feliz, Madison Bailey, Amy Grabow, Kyle Red Silverstein, John Carroll Lynch, Naomi Grossman, Dyllon Burnside, Nico Greetham, Charles Melton, Kevin McHale, Danny Trejo, Billie Lourd, and Virginia Gardner. Tune in on Hulu or FX for

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 14, 2021
Horror Fuel

New Poster, Teaser, And Premiere Date For “American Horror Stories”

Ryan Murphy‘s “AHS” spin-off “American Horror Stories” has unveiled a new poster that reveals the new series’ premiere date, which is right around the corner, for July. Murphy has also share a new teaser that takes us back to Murder House. The poster gives us a taste of what we can expect, revealing the person in the gimp suit which we first saw in “Murder House”. Evan Peters who is returning along with Sarah Paulson, who will direct several episodes, and newcomers Danny Trejo, Kevin McHale, Dyllón Burnside, Charles Melton and Nico Greetham. “American Horror Stories” premieres exclusively on Hulu on July 15, 2021. “AHS” returns this August. https://twitter.com/MrRPMurphy/status/1407745266296438784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1407745266296438784%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fdeadline.com%2F2021%2F06%2Famerican-horror-stories-teaser-ryan-murphy-new-chapters-ahs-spinoff-1234780185%2F e

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 27, 2021
Horror Fuel

Ryan Murphy Bringing The Frightening True Story Of “The Watcher” To Netflix

Back in 2015, a family was intimidated into leaving their new home after receiving creepy letters from a mysterious stalker only known as “The Watcher”. In 2018, Netflix snagged the rights with the intent of turning the real-life horror story into a feature film. Things have been quiet for a while, but an update has now arrived via Deadline. According to the site, “The Watcher” will now be turned into a limited series from “American Horror Story’s” Ryan Murphy who serves as co-creator along with Ian Brennan (“Glee”). The two will also produce. As for the cast, Naomi Watts (King Kong, “Twin Peaks”) and Bobby Cannavale (Ant-Man, “Mr. Robot”) will lead the cast. . Deadline states, “The series, which evokes the first season of Murphy’s hit American Horror Story, is inspired by the infamous “Watcher” house in New Jersey. A couple bought the 1905 Dutch colonial revival in 2014 for nearly $1.4 million. They were forced to abandon their new

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 14, 2021
Horror Fuel

Ryan Murphy Casts “AHS” Star Even Peters As Famous Serial Killer In Netflix Series ‘Monster’

Like always, Ryan Murphy is turning to his “American Horror Story” alum to cast his new Netflix series, “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” TVline reports. According to the site, Murphy has cast long-time “AHS” star, Evan Peters, as the infamous serial killer in the limited series. “Monster tells the tale of one of America’s most infamous killers, who was convicted of murdering 17 men and boys from 1978 to 1991, with his methods including mutilation, necrophilia, and cannibalism. The series will focus on the perspective of Dahmer’s victims and will also look at the police incompetence and apathy that allowed the Wisconsin native to go on a multiyear killing spree, with Dahmer (aka the “Milwaukee Cannibal”) repeatedly being nearly apprehended but then let go by a justice system that saw him as harmless. Later he was arrested and sentenced but was killed in prison by a fellow inmate before justice could be served. Emmy winner Richard Jenkins (Six Feet Under,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 24, 2021
Horror Fuel

New Details Emerge About Ryan Murphy’s “AHS” Spinoff

Ryan Murphy, creator of “American Horror Story” has revealed a few more tidbits about his upcoming “AHS” spinoff anthology series, “American Horror Stories.” Murphy took to Instagram today saying, “We are doing 16 one-hour stand-alone episodes delving into horror myths, legends, and lore…many of these episodes will feature AHS stars you know and love. More to follow…” Back in May, the spinoff was announced as the 10th season of “AHS” was delayed due to the pandemic. But don’t panic, “AHS” will be back in 2021 on both FX and Hulu. It’s really no surprise that long time series regular Sarah Paulson will be involved in the spinoff, however, it may not be on screen. Tuesday Paulson stated during a Netflix panel for Murphy’s other series “Ratched” in which she also stars, that, “I’ll be directing something.” Deadline reports that their sources have described the new project as a companion anthology series to “AHS” with each episode being a stand-alone ghost

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 14, 2020
Horror Fuel

Ryan Murphy Delves Into The Crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer In New Series

There will always be fans of true-crime and those curious about serial killers. When it comes to serial killers we seem to see more about Ted Bundy and Charles Manson than any other murderers, but now Emmy Award Winner Ryan Murphy is set to shed light on the infamous serial killer, Jeffrey Dahmer. Ryan Murphy, the creator of “American Horror Story” and most recently creator of Netflix’s “Racheted”, along his producing partner Ian Brennan have received the green light from Netflix for the limited series “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” which centers on Dahmer, one of America’s most well-known killers. Told from mostly the point of view of his victims, the series will also delve into the investigation, including the fact that he was let go as many as ten times after being apprehended, Variety reports. “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” will star Richard Jenkins (The Shape of Water) and will be directed by Janet Mock and Carl Franklin. Murphy,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2020
Horror Fuel

First Look: Netflix’s “Ratched’ Looks A Lot Like A New Season Of “AHS”

Ryan Murphy, the creator of “American Horror Stories” has teamed up again with the series’ star Sarah Paulson for the new Netflix series “Ratched” and we’ve got the first look which looks like a new season of “AHS.” The 8-episode series tells the origin story of the iconic evil Nurse Mildred Ratched from the 1975 film One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, based on the novel written by Ken Kesey. “In 1947, Mildred arrives in Northern California to seek employment at a leading psychiatric hospital where new and unsettling experiments have begun on the human mind. On a clandestine mission, Mildred presents herself as the perfect image of what a dedicated nurse should be, but the wheels are always turning and as she begins to infiltrate the mental health care system and those within it, Mildred’s stylish exterior belies growing darkness that has long been smoldering within, revealing that true monsters are made, not born.” The series stars Paulson as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 31, 2020
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