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You’ll bring a sleeping bag but leave in a body bag in Deathwoods, an upcoming slasher throwback that Bloody Disgusting is exclusively previewing with a teaser trailer this afternoon.

Deathwoods is a feature length slasher film, and it’s currently in post production. No word yet on a release date, but you can whet your appetite with the retro teaser trailer below!

Dark Dreams Productions, Simpatico Pictures and Good Spirits Films present Deathwoods, a modern day slasher with elements of classic grindhouse films. The team previews, “In the vein of the great films that came before it like The Burning, Madman, and Pieces, Deathwoods promises nothing less than extreme bloodshed and mayhem.”

In the film, “A weekend of camping intended to break Scott out of his post breakup depression, quickly turns into a weekend of bloodshed, as his friends are picked off one by one by the urban legend...

Ahead of the premiere of “The Last Drive-In” Season 7 this Friday, we’ve learned that horror host Joe Bob Briggs has joined the cast of werewolf film The Fairfield County Four.

And it’s not just any werewolf movie. It’s a found footage werewolf movie!

Check out the official teaser poster below and expect more soon.

Produced by Horror Dadz Productions, Gray Sky Pictures and Eye4Eye, The Fairfield County Four explores the chilling tale of four friends who encounter a terrifying presence in the woods of Fairfield County, Connecticut. This will be the fourth feature film directed by Joshua Brucker.

“For me, I’m always a sucker for a good werewolf film,” Brucker says. “I’ve always wanted to direct one so now I get to take a stab at a sub-genre that I have loved since childhood. And the inclusion of Joe Bob Briggs is just the icing on the cake.

A new horror parody film has been made for Piglet, Pooh's pal who has traditionally been depicted as harmless. While the character was reimagined for the "Poohniverse" franchise, he'll next be taking center stage in an unconnected horror film that presents Piglet as a lone killer.

Per Bloody Disgusting, SpookHouse MediaWorks and Strange Films Studios have announced Piglet, a parody film that utilizes Piglet's public domain status. The movie is described as feeling reminiscent of classic slasher flicks, which includes leaning on more traditional practical effects. There are high hopes for Piglet to become a new cult classic, and a first sneak peek at the film has been released in the form of an official poster. That can be seen below.

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"This new take on the...

Coming soon from SpookHouse MediaWorks and Strange Films Studios is a horror movie titled Piglet, the latest twisted take on a public domain character from the Pooh universe.

The team tells Bd, “This new take on the public domain character Piglet blends elements of classic slasher films like Friday the 13th and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.”

“We’re sparing no expense to stay true to the genre’s practical effects roots and create a truly nightmare-inducing experience. With an ensemble cast, Piglet is primed to be a cult classic in the making,” they continue, also comparing the upcoming film to Motel Hell.

Piglet will be directed by August Aguilar (The Gifted). The cast features Celeste Blandon (Phantom Fun-World), Jasper Hammer (All Eyes), and Brian Bremer (Pumpkinhead). The score is composed by Dr. Chud, formerly of the The Misfits.

Here’s the official synopsis…

Deep in the remote Appalachian hills,...

Piglet: The Movie is a mash up of Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Winnie the Pooh! Indiegogo campaign is offering Associate Producer, Co-Producer, Executive Producer perks at affordable rates plus plenty of fandom specials like DVD and Blu-Ray bundles and more.

Piglet stars Celeste Blandon (Phantom Fun World), Brian Bremer (Pumpkinhead), Jasper Hammer (Bay for Blood), Ilene Sullivan, and Angel Bradford (Desperate Souls).

Kevin Millikin (producer), August Aguilar (director), Kelly Hudson (writer), Jake Hades (artist), Michael Joy (marketing) and formerly of the Misfits, David “Dr. Chud” Calabrese (composer).

Piglet: The Movie Synopsis:

Deep in the remote Appalachian hills, lives Piglet. The son of a once industrious butcher and marred by tragedy, Piglet’s solitary life is shattered when fame-hungry millennials trespass onto his land. They hope to capture paranormal activity on their struggling YouTube channel. In a foolish bid to manufacture exploitation, one of them slaughters Piglet’s beloved pig.

Piglet: The Movie is now on Indiegogo and offering Associate Producer, Co-Producer, Executive Producer perks at affordable rates plus plenty of fandom specials like DVD and Blu-Ray bundles and more. Piglet stars Celeste Blandon (Phanton Fun World), Brian Bremer (Pumpkinhead), Jasper Hammer (Bay for Blood), Ilene Sullivan, and Angel Bradford (Desperate Souls). Kevin …

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First Footage from The Strangers: Chapter 1 directed by Renny Harlin starring Madelaine Petsch and Froy Gutierrez: "From master director Renny Harlin comes a new trilogy of terror. In Chapter I, Madelaine Petsch (TV’s “Riverdale”) stars as a young woman starting a new life with her fiancé. Suddenly, during a road trip stop in a remote vacation rental in the woods, they become the prey of a mysterious gang of masked strangers who attack without warning or reason. What begins as a fight to stay alive becomes one woman’s journey of courage and cunning in this horror series bridging three compelling films. Written by Alan R. Cohen & Alan Freedland. Directed by Renny Harlin."

Starring Madelaine Petsch, Froy Gutierrez Directed By Renny Harlin Written By Alan R. Cohen, Alan Freedland, Amber Loutfi Produced By Courtney Solomon, Mark Canton

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Phantom Fun-world: "Writer/Director Tory Jones’ next horror film,...

This past Friday (the 13th) brought us 13 Brand New Horror Movies And Shows, and while this week isn’t going quite that hard, it’s still loaded up with fresh new horrors.

Here’s the full list of horror movies released today, October 17, 2023!

For daily reminders about new horror releases, be sure to follow @HorrorCalendar.

Two classic nursery rhymes get horror movie makeovers with Three Blind Mice and Mary Had a Little Lamb this Halloween, and Three Blind Mice is now available today.

Uncork’d Entertainment brings the creature feature to Digital and DVD.

In director Pierre B‘s movie, “Abi is going cold turkey; her family has taken her to a cabin in the woods so she can be away from the city and all her troubles.

“However, little do they know, The Three Blind Mice is more than just a fairy tale, and they may be next up on the menu.

The Unkind: "This November, they awaken evil.

Six friends vacationing at a historic mansion release an ancient witch from her slumber, awakening her centuries old thirst for blood.

Tommaso Basili, Taylor Skeens, Corey T. Stewart, Sherine Mazzulli, and Fred Papa star in The Unkind, on VOD platforms November 30 from Wild Eye Releasing."

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Phantom Fun-world: "Jonestown Films has some exciting news about its next horror movie! From director Tory Jones and Executive Producer, Chris Gierowski comes the next greatest amusement park horror movie, Phantom Fun-World!

After meeting its initial Indiegogo crowdfunding goal of $15k in a matter of days, Phantom Fun-World has been climbing the ranks to be one of the most popular film campaigns on the site. Currently, it is almost up to $40k with a little over a week to go.

“We want to take this film to the next level, and we want you along for the ride.