Horror

The Horror Section, a media company focused on creating the world’s premier genre brand, today announced that horror auteur Eli Roth’s chilling new film Ice Cream Man will hit theaters August 7, 2026. The film will have a theatrical run in North America on over 2000 screens via Iconic Events Releasing. Ice Cream Man follows

A drifter’s search for Kentucky gold turns into a nightmare in this atmospheric descent into madness, arriving on digital platforms April 7, 2026. Deskpop Entertainment is proud to announce the April 7, 2026, VOD release of SOUL CHAPEL, a haunting new thriller produced by MTS Pictures. Directed by Jake C. Young and written by David

Daggers Inn Movie Review by Matt Boiselle Daggers Inn – directed by James Smith and written by James Smith and Caroline Spence, and starring Charlie Bond, Terry Bamberger and Julian Clapton Synopsis: When an enigmatic woman arrives in a remote English village the locals are both intrigued and leery, with their suspicions growing after she

Lord Grimley’s Manor Has You Covered (Your Bodies Anyway) For The 2026 Haunt Season! by Matt Boiselle I remember back in the good old days (yes, I’m dating myself) of heading into the local drug store or supermarket to gaze in amazement at the Halloween costumes that were for sale, nicely packaged in cardboard and

Ghastly Garb Has Got You Outfitted To Scare This October! by Matt Boiselle With a mere 200 some-odd days left until the witches go flying and the candy corn gets tossed out, we here at HorrorNews are setting sights upon companies far and wide that specialize in creating the sinister togs that you all will

What if your neighbor wasn’t just annoying, but a notorious murderer? From filmmaker Dylan R. Nix (10/31 Part 4, Sharp Candy) and Scream Team Releasing comes The Demon of Serling, a bleakly comedic thriller that explores the twisted side of enlightenment. When Reagan Rossi (Dylan R. Nix) discovers his neighbor, Mr. Yarley (David E. McMahon,

HNN Interview: Rick Jones (Horrify Me) by Matt Boiselle Ever heard the phrase: “If I even had AN OUNCE of that guy’s talent…” – well, I’ll tell you no truer words could be spoken, especially if you’re a student of horror gore and FX, then I’ve got quite the treat for you – read on

FOUND TV+ members get early access on April 23 FOUND TV is bringing the festival hit Loner to its platform on April 24, with an exclusive global release. The film will be available free with ads, while FOUND TV+ members can watch a day early on April 23 without interruptions. Written by and starring Charlie

The attraction of fear is something very psychological. That feeling of uncertainty causes the brain to react the same way whether you are playing a horror movie with half-covered eyes or playing the reels in casinos not on GamStop. In both situations, there is an identical primal wiring at work: the adrenaline rush. It provokes

Did you know that watching a horror movie can burn up to 113 calories, which is about the same as a 30-minute walk? The only thing you need to do is pick the right movie. While newer horror films are fine, more viewers are turning towards old-school, forgotten or cult classics. Here you will see

The Eye Movie Review by Matt Boiselle The Eye 4K Review – For a film that had three other remakes (2004’s “Adhu” & “Naina in 2005 ), and a (dicey) American version release in 2008,” the original 2002 presentation fresh outta Hong Kong had SO much more to offer between the scares, visuals and overall

Mamochka Movie Review by Matt Boiselle Mamochka – directed and written by Vilan Trub, and starring Alexander Kollar, Maya Murphy and Stanley Trub Synopsis: Psychological horror about a Nazi-era heirloom doll that comes to haunt suburban dad’s every waking moments. There’s something to be said about the horror trope of sticking a creepy-looking doll into

FoundFootage.com, the ultimate destination for found footage fanatics, officially launches March 25, 2026 at the Unnamed Footage Festival (UFF9) in San Francisco. With a catalog of over 4,500 in-camera films, shorts, and web series, FoundFootage.com delivers the most comprehensive resource ever assembled for the genre, spanning everything from classic POV horror and screenlife shock to

Slaughter High Novelization Book Review by Matt Boiselle First of all I’d like to offer up a freshly baked hearty bowl of thanks to the group over at Terrorcore Publishing for allowing me to review one of their latest releases, the novelization of “Slaughter High” – the 1986 slasher directed by Mark Ezra, Peter Litten

At Death’s Door Movie Review by Matt Boiselle At Death’s Door: directed by Frank Palangi, written by Frank Palangi and Christopher B. Pelton and starring Frank Palangi, Nicole Mecca and Erica James Synopsis: An anthology piece with four spine-tingling stories that reveal how ordinary choices can bring you face-to-face with death. I just love me

FOUND TV is bringing Distort 2: The Dead Among the Trees to audiences this spring, with the film set to premiere exclusively on the platform May 1, 2026. Directed by Irish filmmaker Richard Waters, the sequel will first screen at the upcoming Unnamed Footage Festival in San Francisco before making its streaming debut. The follow-up

As the independent horror scene continues to explode, Michael Joy, founder of the premier horror PR firm Marketing Macabre, is blowing the whistle on a common industry misconception. In a new video released on the YouTube channel Perception Is Reality, Joy breaks down a harsh truth for creators: securing a distribution deal is only half

“Ripped To Shreds”: The Lost 80’s Slasher – Original screenplay from Michael Johnson, adapted by Writer Scott Alan Gregory with artwork by Thiago Motta Synopsis: What originally began as a screenplay in the 1980’s and unfortunately never hit the big screen has been adapted into a full-cover graphic novel bringing us all back to the

Skate To Hell Movie Review by Matt Boiselle Skate To Hell: Directed by Shawn C. Phillips, written by Shawn C. Phillips and Ethan Phillips, and starring Joseph Poloquin, Elizabeth Chamberlain, Spencer Breslin, Eric Roberts & Jenna Jameson Synopsis: After creating a cursed skateboard for his son that allows him to visit Earth, the Devil soon

Marketing Macabre announces the launch of “Only HORROR Fans” for the upcoming horror feature, “DEAD afterlife“. “Only HORROR Fans” is an immersive experience that will take horror fans right into the production. It’s a first hand look at the good, the bad, and the ugly of independent filmmaking. You’ll see it all. “Fans can be

Onlyfangs’ Star August Kyss and Vida Ghaffari (Finding Nicole), have joined the cast of “Painted Creek Productions” psychological thriller ”BLUR”. Previously announced as starring are Kaiti Wallen (Beneath Us All), Sammy Morningstar (Chicago P.D.), Kayden Bryce (An Intrusion), Harley Wallen (Ash And Bone),Joe Piazza (Moving Parts),and Damien Chinappi (Eternal Code). SYNOPSIS: ”BLUR” is a stylish,

BayView Entertainment, a leader in independent genre distribution, is proud to announce the worldwide acquisition and upcoming release of the gripping suspense thriller, SHARP OBSESSION. Written and directed by filmmaker Abraham Lopez, the film is a feature-length adaptation of the award-winning short film Hidden Lives, which earned over 100 accolades on the festival circuit. SYNOPSIS:An

You spent years on your script, months in production, and maxed out your credit cards to get through post. Then comes the “dream” offer: a non-exclusive VOD deal. Six months later, your movie is buried under a mountain of content on a major platform, and your first royalty check wouldn’t even cover a craft services

News straight from WSQK The Squawk: Arrow Films – in collaboration with Netflix – has just announced that Stranger Things: The Complete Series is available to pre-order now in both Special and Deluxe editions, for both Blu-Ray™ and stunning 4K UHD, with the full box set releasing on 27 July in the UK and 28

This Is Not A Test Movie Review by Matt Boiselle This Is Not A Test: Directed by Adam McDonald, written by Adam McDonald and Courtney Summers, and starring Olivia Holt, Froy Gutierrez, Corteon Moore and Missy Peregrym. Synopsis: In the midst of a zombie outbreak, a small group of high-schoolers find shelter in their own

Trick or Treat Leprechaun Doll Announcement by Matt Boiselle I mean, how could you ask more the absolute most perfect timing on this one! Our friends over at Trick Or Treat Studios have OFFICIALLY gone live with their Kickstarter launch on the day when everyone should be wearin the green – it’s St. Patty’s Day!

The Hermit Movie Review from Matt Boiselle The Hermit: Directed by Salvatore Sclafani and written by William Walkerly, and starring Malina Pauli Weissman, Anthony Turpel and Lou Ferrigno Synopsis: While on a family vacation to the woods, a girl and her boyfriend are forced to defend themselves when they run into a cannibalistic pig farmer.

Director and ProducerXander Goldmanis thrilled to announce the official trailer debut for the highly anticipated indie horror film,Crimzon Harvest, arriving this Friday, March 20. Filmed on location in the world-famousBlairstown, New Jersey—the iconic setting of the originalFriday the 13th—Crimzon Harvestreturns to the roots of atmospheric dread. The film features an ensemble cast of legendary horror

The Tubi/Fawesome horror hit DARK PLACES had its big screen premiere at Agawam Cinemas in Agawam, Massachusetts on Saturday, March 14th, to a near sellout audience. Written and Directed by New England filmmaker, Geno McGahee, DARK PLACES is a throwback to the cult films of the 1970’s like RACE WITH THE DEVIL and DEVIL’S RAIN

Director Mario Cerrito and Slaughterhouse Films are proud to announce that the final installment of the notorious cannibal trilogy, Human Hibachi 3: The Last Supper, has been awarded the prestigious “Grand Grotesque” (Best of the Fest) award at the 2026 Darkside New Jersey Film Festival. The festival, held at the Darkside New Jersey Art &