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Spoiler Alert !!!Spoilers for The Conjuring: Last Rites

The Conjuring: Last Rites debuted to mixed reviews and an ending that was quite messy and chaotic. From introducing a haunting mirror and the connection to the Smurl family, Last Rites wasn’t exactly the finale for Ed & Lorraine Warren that fans were hoping for.

However, one iconic theory on Reddit seems to have given a better solution to the messy ending that The Conjuring: Last Rites. According to this fan, they brought out a brilliant connection between the events that happened in the 2025 film and Valak from The Conjuring 2.

My theory about Last Rites that went completely out the window...

The Conjuring: Last Rites is now in theaters and I had an opportunity to take part in a press day with a handful of other journalists, catching up with the cast and creator of the film. First up, here's our conversation with Michael Chaves and James Wan, where we learn about balancing truth and fiction, a real paranormal encounter, and the future of the franchise:

Taking a fictionalized approach to the well-documented Smurl case:

Michael Chaves: We actually worked with the Smurl sisters. They came on early as we were developing the script into pre-production through production. There's a movie [about the case] called The Haunted, and it's funny because that [film] was actually James's introduction to the Warrens.

The Conjuring: Last Rites will supposedly mark the end of the Conjuring franchise, with Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson solving one last demonic case before hanging up their crucifix. According to The Hollywood Reporter, New Line president and Cco Richard Brener said:

This is the last of what we call phase one. We are hopeful that we can make more. Phase two is Tbd.

Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson reacted to this statement in a September 2025 interview with ScreenRant, where they made the following comments:

Vera Farmiga: I love all the speculation!

Patrick Wilson: I love it. Like, Phase One? I’ve never heard that before it was mentioned today.

Hulu viewers mixed it up this week with a lineup that ranges from creature survival and horror comedy to slick spy games and classic romcoms. You will find brand new premieres sitting right alongside beloved favorites, which makes for an easy watchlist whether you want adrenaline, laughs, or a little nostalgia.

Below is the full countdown from ten to one. Each entry includes quick plot points plus who made it and who is in it, so you can jump straight to the films that match your mood.

10. ‘The Amateur’ (2025) 20th Century Studios

A CIA cryptographer turns vigilante after his wife is killed in a terrorist attack and his agency refuses to act.

Peacock’s lineup this week spans animation, sci fi, comedy, action, and horror, which means you can jump from talking animals to apocalyptic futures without leaving your couch. Below you will find quick snapshots for each title that cover what the story is about and who made it happen behind the scenes.

We are counting down from ten to one, following your list and correcting the details for the right version of ‘Mean Girls’. Each entry includes plot points, main cast, and key creative credits so you can decide what to watch next with all the basics in hand.

10. ‘Oblivion’ (2013) Universal Pictures

‘Oblivion’ follows technician Jack Harper as he patrols...

Peacock viewers have been lining up a mix of animated adventures, sci fi showdowns, teen comedies, and cult favorites. This roundup brings you the essential details for each title so you can jump in knowing who made it, who stars in it, and what story to expect.

Below you will find a simple countdown that follows this week’s watch list. Each entry includes a short plot overview along with key cast, directors, and writers, all in one place for quick reference.

10. ‘Oblivion’ (2013) Universal Pictures

A drone technician named Jack Harper patrols a ravaged Earth and discovers a survivor who unlocks the truth about the war that changed the planet and his own identity.

After applying a new coat of wax to the beloved Karate Kid franchise with Cobra Kai, the show’s creative team, Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald, will get behind the wheel of another nostalgic property for Knight Rider! That’s right, ’80s kids, Kitt is revving its engine for more high-speed drama!

Heald, Hurwitz, and Schlossberg are in early talks to write the screenplay, and Hurwitz and Schlossberg are in early talks to direct. The trio will produce the high-profile project via their Counterbalance Entertainment studio, joining Kelly McCormick and David Leitch, who will produce through their 87North banner. The Knight Rider movie comes from a first-look deal with Universal,...

Here are the movies people kept coming back to this week. It is a mix of new releases and proven favorites, with everything from sleek action to slow burn suspense and character driven drama. The countdown below starts at number ten and works its way to the top, matching the order you provided.

For each title you will find a short look at the story along with concrete details on who made it and who stars in it. Cast and crew information is included wherever possible so you can zero in on the projects you want to watch next.

10. ‘Sharp Corner’ (2024) Alcina Pictures

Jason Buxton writes and directs ‘Sharp Corner...

Hulu’s movie chart is packed with thrillers, action favorites, and crowd pleasing comedies, which makes for a mix that is easy to browse and even easier to watch. You will find brand new releases sitting right next to modern classics, so there is something here whether you want a pulse pounding chase or a sharp laugh.

Below is this week’s lineup presented as a simple countdown. Each entry includes the essentials viewers look for so you can jump in with confidence and pick your next movie without any fuss.

10. ‘Sharp Corner’ (2024) Alcina Pictures

‘Sharp Corner’ lands in the thriller lane and comes in as not rated. It appears...

One of Oscar-winning actor Brendan Fraser's best movies has a new streaming home decades after captivating audiences to become one of the 20th century's last great action-adventure titles. The Fraser-led creature feature, The Mummy, wraps up a spot on Peacock heading into the fall.

Peacock has confirmed the arrival of several new films on its platform come Sept. 1, with The Mummy being one of the fresh entries on the NBCUniversal streamer. The movie is otherwise available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and to rent or purchase via Apple TV.

Helmed and written by Stephen Sommers, The Mummy is a remake of the titular 1932 movie and is a...

It is a packed week across Apple TV+, Peacock, and Paramount+ with a mix of new episodes, big premieres, and family friendly favorites. Below you will find the essentials for each title so you can jump straight in without digging around for details. Every entry includes what it is about, who made it, and who is in it, plus exactly when and where to watch.

The dates below are for this week from Monday August 18 through Sunday August 24. Each listing includes the service and the day it lands so you can plan your queue with zero guesswork.

‘Honey Don’t!’ (2025) Focus Features

Arriving on Apple TV+ on Thursday August 21. This neo noir dark comedy follows private investigator Honey O’Donahue as she looks into a suspicious death that pulls her into the orbit of a fervent religious group in Bakersfield California. The film stars Margaret Qualley as Honey O’Donahue with...

This week brings a mix of sci-fi, horror, music specials, and family favorites across Apple TV+, Peacock, and Paramount+. Whether you want creature chaos, an alien showdown, or a cozy primetime hang with music stars, there is something new landing almost every day.

Below you will find each title with key details like plot, creators, cast, and the exact day it arrives on its service. Dates refer to the week of Monday August 18 through Sunday August 24 in your local time.

‘Honey Don’t!’ (2025) Focus Features

Ethan Coen directs and co-writes this neo noir dark comedy with Tricia Cooke that follows private investigator Honey O’Donahue as she digs into a string of suspicious deaths connected to a church in a small American town. The film stars Margaret Qualley as Honey alongside Aubrey Plaza and Chris Evans and features music by Carter Burwell with cinematography by Ari Wegner. It premiered at Cannes...

We’re in for a treat this week as Hulu rolls out a fresh batch of films to keep us glued to our screens. From heartfelt dramas to action-packed classics, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Kicking off on Tuesday and running through Sunday, August 4 to August 10, 2025, the streaming platform is dropping seven exciting titles. Whether you’re into modern comedies, nostalgic adventures, or stand-up specials, this lineup has you covered. Let’s dive into what’s coming.

1. Bob Trevino Likes It (2025) Laymon's Terms

A heartfelt comedy-drama, ‘Bob Trevino Likes It’ follows a young woman searching for connection after a strained relationship with her father. When she befriends a stranger online named Bob Trevino, played by John Leguizamo, an unexpected bond forms. Barbie Ferreira shines in this story about finding family in unlikely places. It premieres Tuesday, August 5.

2. The Monkey (2025) Atomic Monster

Horror fans, get ready for ‘The Monkey,...

HBO Max is serving up a thrilling mix of films that have viewers glued to their screens this week. From spine-chilling horror to quirky comedies and action-packed adventures, the platform’s latest lineup has something for everyone, pulling in crowds with fresh releases and nostalgic favorites.

We’ve got a diverse range of titles dominating the charts, with new additions like ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ hitting theaters and others like ‘Sinners’ and ‘A Minecraft Movie’ making a splash after their streaming debuts in July 2025. Let’s dive into the ten most-watched movies on HBO Max this week, counting down from number ten to the top spot.

10. Alien: Covenant (2017) 20th Century Fox

Ridley Scott’s sci-fi horror prequel follows the crew of the Covenant spaceship as they land on a seemingly perfect planet, only to uncover deadly xenomorphs. Michael Fassbender shines as the android David, delivering creepy intensity. The film’s dark...

As production for Season 2 of Netflix's hit sci-fi drama 3 Body Problem continues, new cast members have joined. Deadline reveals that Claudia Doumit, best known for playing Victoria Neuman on The Boys, has joined the show. Additionally, Ellie De Lange (Wolf Hall) will also appear in the upcoming season. Doumit will play Captain Van Rijn while De Lange will play Ayla. Descriptions of the characters have not been released, so it's unclear how they fit into the story at this time. 3 Body Problem Season 2 began filming on July 8, with Hungary and Budapest being the primary filming locations.

Created by Game of Thrones masterminds David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, 3 Body Problem is adapted from Liu Cixin's books. "A young woman’s fateful decision in 1960s China reverberates across space and time into the present day. When the laws of nature inexplicably unravel before their eyes, a close-knit...

Neca will release “The Munsters” ultimate action figures of Herman and Grandpa in late 2025.

Featuring the likeness of actor Fred Gwynne, Herman Munster comes with three heads and eight hands along with a plate of pancakes, napkin, fork, knife, lunchbox, toy Herman, and bendable bar.

Featuring the likeness of actor Al Lewis, Grandpa Munster comes with three heads and seven hands along with a soft goods cape, cigar, shovel, and three potions.

Each 7″ scale, fully articulated figure is packaged in a window box with opening front flap.

“The Munsters” ran for two seasons on CBS between 1964 and 1966.

The classic sitcom has been rebooted in various formats over the years, most recently by Rob Zombie with his The Munsters film in 2022. James Wan’s Atomic Monster is developing a new series based on the IP titled “1313” for Universal.

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2025 marks the 45th anniversary of the release of one of the most popular horror movies ever made, Friday the 13th, the movie that launched my favorite franchise, and one that I feel is underrated, as it’s a great film that often gets overshadowed by its sequels. Last year, the Friday the 13th franchise rights holders at Horror Inc. announced that they were launching the Jason Universe, which would encompass “new Friday the 13th activations that will span a wide range of platforms from entertainment, games, immersive experiences, merchandise and more to be announced @JasonUniverse13 on social media or by visiting the official Jason Universe website.” Now, they’ve shared some information on what’s ahead for the franchise at a San Diego Comic-Con panel, unveiling a teaser trailer for the vignette Sweet Revenge from writer/director Mike P. Nelson (Wrong Turn) and a panel-exclusive message from the set of Crystal Lake,...

A few months ago, it was announced that director Rob Savage would be moving on from a Stephen King adaptation to a Josh Malerman adaptation, as The Boogeyman director was set to helm a film adaptation of Bird Box author Malerman’s novel Incidents Around the House, with Jessica Chastain (It Chapter Two) signed on to play a lead role. Since then, Jay Duplass (Transparent), Dichen Lachman (Severance), eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark, who will be seen in the upcoming film Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, have joined the cast, and the film’s title has been revealed to be Other Mommy. Now, Deadline reports that Karen Allen (Raiders of the Lost Ark) is in the cast. Details on the character she’s playing have not been shared.

Atomic Monster and Blumhouse are producing Other Mommy in association with Spin a Black Yarn for Universal Pictures. Atomic Monster’s James Wan is producing,...

Indiana Jones mainstay and Starman star Karen Allen has officially boarded Other Mommy, director Rob Savage‘s adaptation of author Josh Malerman’s horror novel Incidents Around the House, per Deadline.

Character details, however, remain under wraps.

The story follows “8-year-old Bela, who lives in a home strained by her parents’ troubled marriage, only to see her life further upended by a sinister entity she calls ‘Other Mommy.’ When this malevolent presence emerges from her closet, persistently asking, ‘Can I go inside your heart?’, Bela refuses. But soon, Other Mommy’s manifestations become increasingly aggressive, threatening the safety of Bela’s family.”

Eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark (The Housemaid) is set to lead Other Mommy, with Jessica Chastain (It: Chapter Two, Crimson Peak), Jay Duplass (“The Creep Tapes“), Dichen Lachman (“Severance”, Jurassic World: Dominion), Sean Kaufman (“The Summer I Turned Pretty”), and Adam Silver (Velvet Buzzsaw) also starring.

Writer Nathan Elston...

Exclusive: Karen Allen (Raiders of the Lost Ark) has signed on for a role in Other Mommy, Host helmer Rob Savage’s new supernatural horror film for Universal and Atomic Monster, based on the book Incidents Around the House by Bird Box‘s Josh Malerman.

Character details are under wraps. As previously announced, eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark leads the cast, which also includes Jessica Chastain, Jay Duplass, Dichen Lachman, Sean Kaufman and Adam Silver.

Other Mommy centers on eight-year-old Bela (Clark), who lives in a home strained by her parents’ troubled marriage, only to see her life further upended by a sinister entity she calls “Other Mommy.” When this malevolent presence emerges from her closet, persistently asking “Can I go inside your heart?”, Bela refuses. But soon, Other Mommy’s manifestations become increasingly aggressive, threatening the safety of Bela’s family.

The film is being produced for Universal by Atomic Monster...

The Fisherman and his mean hook are back in legacy sequel I Know What You Did Last Summer, but he’s hardly alone when it comes to horror releases. Keep your dance card wide open this weekend, because nine brand new ones have released at home and in theaters this week. It’s another packed week for horror!

Here’s all the new horror that released from July 14 – July 18, 2025.

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

Well Go USA released South Korean exorcism horror movie Dark Nuns on Digital and Blu-ray/DVD this past Tuesday, July 15.

In Dark Nuns, “After learning that the priest cannot arrive in time to save a young boy possessed by a powerful evil spirit, two nuns take on the dangerous forbidden exorcism ritual themselves in direct violation of the Church’s sacred order—putting both their lives and their immortal souls in grave danger.

One of 2024's best horror novels is getting the film treatment, and seems to be on the fast track to development after recently casting its young lead. Written by Josh Malerman (Bird Box), Incidents Around the House is set to be retitled to Other Mommy when it hits the big screen in 2026 thanks to Universal and Atomic Monster, the same company behind 2021's Mortal Kombat and its upcoming sequel.

Per Deadline, eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark (Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere) has snagged the lead in Other Mommy, taking on the role of Bela, the novel's protagonist. Directed by Rob Savage from a screenplay by Nathan Elston, she joins previously announced cast members Jessica Chastain, Jay Duplass and Dichen Lachman.

Published on June 25, 2024, Incidents Around the House received high praise from fans and critics at the time of its release thanks to its unique structure, as the novel is told from...

A few months ago, it was announced that director Rob Savage would be moving on from a Stephen King adaptation to a Josh Malerman adaptation, as The Boogeyman director was set to helm a film adaptation of Bird Box author Malerman’s novel Incidents Around the House, with Jessica Chastain (It Chapter Two) signed on to play a lead role. Since then, Jay Duplass (Transparent) and Dichen Lachman (Severance) have joined the cast, and it’s become increasingly obvious that the filmmakers didn’t intend to use the title Incidents Around the House. Now, it’s official: Deadline reports that the film is called Other Mommy. It has also been revealed that eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark, who will be seen in the upcoming film Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, has landed a lead role.

Atomic Monster and Blumhouse are producing Other Mommy in association with Spin a Black Yarn for Universal Pictures.

Exclusive: Sean Kaufman (The Summer I Turned Pretty) and Adam Silver (The Diplomat) are new additions to Other Mommy, director Rob Savage’s supernatural horror film for Universal and Atomic Monster that yesterday announced eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark as its lead.

Character details are under wraps. As previously announced, Jessica Chastain, Jay Duplass and Dichen Lachman will also star.

Based on the book Incidents Around the House by Bird Box‘s Josh Malerman, Other Mommy centers on eight-year-old Bela (Clark), who lives in a home strained by her parents’ troubled marriage, only to see her life further upended by a sinister entity she calls “Other Mommy.” When this malevolent presence emerges from her closet, persistently asking “Can I go inside your heart?”, Bela refuses. But soon, Other Mommy’s manifestations become increasingly aggressive, threatening the safety of Bela’s family.

The film is being produced for Universal by Atomic Monster...

Director Rob Savage is adapting Bird Box author Josh Malerman’s horror novel Incidents Around the House, and the feature has found both its title and its young lead star.

Eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark (The Housemaid) is set to lead Other Mommy, Universal and Atomic Monster’s new supernatural horror film, Deadline reports.

The story follows “8-year-old Bela (Clark), who lives in a home strained by her parents’ troubled marriage, only to see her life further upended by a sinister entity she calls ‘Other Mommy.’ When this malevolent presence emerges from her closet, persistently asking, ‘Can I go inside your heart?’, Bela refuses. But soon, Other Mommy’s manifestations become increasingly aggressive, threatening the safety of Bela’s family.”

It’s a haunted house tale told from the perspective of the young girl, bringing a new angle to the subgenre.

Clark joins previously announced cast members Jessica Chastain, Jay Duplass...

Exclusive: Here’s a young talent to watch: Eight-year-old Arabella Olivia Clark (Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere) has landed the lead role in Other Mommy, Universal and Atomic Monster’s new supernatural horror film from director Rob Savage.

Clark joins a cast that includes the previously announced Jessica Chastain, Jay Duplass and Dichen Lachman.

Based on the book Incidents Around the House by Bird Box‘s Josh Malerman, the film centers on 8-year-old Bela (Clark), who lives in a home strained by her parents’ troubled marriage, only to see her life further upended by a sinister entity she calls “Other Mommy.” When this malevolent presence emerges from her closet, persistently asking “Can I go inside your heart?”, Bela refuses. But soon, Other Mommy’s manifestations become increasingly aggressive, threatening the safety of Bela’s family.

The film is being produced for Universal by Atomic Monster/Blumhouse in association with Spin a Black Yarn.

M3GAN is back and badder than ever in M3GAN 2.0, this time showing a softer side to the killer robot. No longer is she after anyone who hurts her best friend, Cady, but instead has it out for a new killer android bent on destroying the world. The latest M3GAN film is more epic in scope, which you can get a taste of in our exclusive clip from the film’s special features!

In the latest film starring the world’s favorite AI Bff:

When an autonomous android engineered to be the ultimate weapon threatens M3GAN’s beloved Cady, M3GAN convinces her creator, Gemma, to give her a glow-up that makes the original A.I. diva even deadlier. Armed with wild new upgrades and her same iconic attitude, M3GAN claps back against the wannabe techno-terror in a fierce faceoff to crown the baddest bot built for maximum mayhem.

M3GAN 2.0 is available on Digital today, and our exclusive clip from “The Art of Slaying” featurette takes you behind the scenes of the epic battle between M3GAN and Amelia.

“How do machines fight?” James Wan comments in the video below. “We saw that in Terminator 2. Our version is the most sassy, fun version of it.”

Produced by Wan’s Atomic Monster and Jason Blum‘s Blumhouse, the sequel is written and directed by M3GAN helmer Gerard Johnstone.

Special features:

M3GAN 2.0 Unrated – Upgraded with enhanced kills, deleted scenes and more carnage. Total Upgrade: Making M3GAN 2.0 – Equipped with some killer upgrades, the team that unleashed M3GAN returns. Cast and crew take you through the artistry and craftsmanship that went into building a bigger, badder, and bloodier sequel. Droid DNA – Unveil M3GAN 2.0 as she prepares to tackle rogue military asset Amelia. Go behind the scenes and see the puppetry,...

After the theatrical cut of the film had its run, M3GAN 2.0 Unratedis now available on digital from Universal. Coinciding with the release, Cbr can unveil a new clip from the behind-the-scenes bonus material featured in the release.

The unrated version of M3GAN 2.0 comes with gorier moments "too intense for the theater." The physical and digital release will also include 30 minutes of exclusive bonus content. In Cbr's clip, the filmmakers break down how the film could have just as easily been titled M3GAN: Impossible, given the intense wing suit sequence. Behind-the-scenes footage also reveals how the big scene was put together. The clip can be watched below.

The sequel was directed by M3GAN helmer Gerard Johnstone, with Atomic Monster's James Wan and Blumhouse's Jason Blum producing. The film stars Allison Williams (Get Out), Violet McGraw (The Haunting of Hill House), Ivanna Sakhno (Star Wars: Ahsoka), and Amie Donald...

Taller, stronger, faster and now unrated, M3GAN 2.0 will be released on Digital tomorrow, July 15 — a mere 18 days after opening in theaters.

The sequel will launch on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on September 23 via Universal. A limited edition SteelBook 4K Uhd will also be available.

Featuring gruesome moments too intense for a PG-13 rating, the unrated cut is upgraded with enhanced kills, deleted scenes, and more carnage.

Over 30 minutes of special features are included:

M3GAN 2.0 Unrated Total Upgrade: Making M3GAN 2.0 – Equipped with some killer upgrades, the team that unleashed M3GAN returns. Cast and crew take you through the artistry and craftsmanship that went into building a bigger, badder, and bloodier sequel. Droid DNA – Unveil M3GAN 2.0 as she prepares to tackle rogue military asset Amelia. Go behind the scenes and see the puppetry, technology, and animatronics that brought these deadly droids to life. The...

Horror, Inc. is celebrating the 45th anniversary of Friday the 13th at San Diego Comic-Con this year with a Friday evening panel packed with exclusive first looks, multiple standout giveaways, and never before heard insights from the original members of the family that started it all. In addition to some of the untold history behind the first films and early years of the family legacy, the panel will preview what’s to come in the new era of Jason Universe, including a first look at the upcoming Sweet Revenge vignette helmed by writer/director Mike P. Nelson, and a panel-exclusive message from the set of Crystal Lake, the upcoming TV series from A24 and Peacock. In addition to Nelson, panelists include Horror, Inc. President Robert Barsamian, VP Robbie Barsamian, and CMO Sheri Conn, as well as Atomic Monster EVP of Film Judson Scott. The Jason Universe panel will also include...

While we have yet to receive a new Friday the 13th movie, Jason Voorhees will be back in action in Sweet Revenge, a “bloody short-form vignette” sponsored by Angry Orchard Hard Cider. Friday the 13th fans will soon be able to get a peek at the short, as an exclusive first look will be unveiled during the Jason Universe panel at San Diego Comic-Con.

The panel will take place on Friday, July 25. It will celebrate Friday the 13th‘s 45th anniversary and include exclusive first looks, multiple giveaways, and never-before-heard insights from the original members of the family that started it all. Sweet Revenge writer/director Mike P. Nelson (Wrong Turn) will be on hand to share the sneak peek. There will also be a panel-exclusive message from the set of Crystal Lake, the upcoming TV series from A24 and Peacock.

In addition to Nelson, panellists include Horror, Inc. President Robert Barsamian,...

Two years ago, it was announced that some of today’s biggest genre companies – A24, James Wan‘s Atomic Monster, the Stranger Things makers at 21 Laps, and Planet of the Apes producers Chernin Entertainment – are joining forces on a new project called The Backrooms, which will mark the feature directorial debut of director and VFX artist Kane Parsons, who is only 19 years old. A few weeks ago, we learned that Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) and Renate Reinsve (The Worst Person in the World) are set to star in the film. Now, Variety reports that Mark Duplass (Creep), Finn Bennett (True Detective), Lukita Maxwell (Shrinking), and Avan Jogia (Zombieland: Double Tap) have also joined the cast of the film, which is scheduled to go into production this week in Canada. Of course, details on their characters have not been revealed.

The Backrooms is based on a series of viral...

Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett, Lukita Maxwell and Avan Jogia have joined the cast of “The Backrooms,” the upcoming sci-fi horror film from A24, Atomic Monster, The North Road Company’s Chernin Entertainment and 21 Laps Entertainment.

The film also stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve with a screenplay written by Will Soodik.

Production begins this week in Canada, with Chernin Entertainment co-financing alongside A24. Both serve as co-studios on the film.

The science-fiction horror film is based on 20-year-old Parsons’ own YouTube series of the same name, which he created and directed as a found-footage horror project. The movie adaptation’s plot is being kept under wraps, but Parsons marks the youngest director in A24 history.

“The Backrooms” traces its origins back to a 4chan creepypasta in 2019 and involves an alternate reality that consists of nothing but an endless maze of abandoned office space, with stark fluorescent lighting and beige-painted...

A24’s forthcoming horror feature The Backrooms is adding to its cast.

Mark Duplass (The Morning Show), Finn Bennett (True Detective), Lukita Maxwell (Shrinking) and Avan Jogia (56 Days) are joining The Backrooms, with the movie starting production this week in Canada. Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve were previously announced as the stars of the project from 20-year-old director Kane Parsons, who will become the youngest filmmaker in A24’s history.

A24 and The North Road Company’s Chernin Entertainment are co-financing the movie and serve as co-studios for the film that counts 21 Laps Entertainment and Atomic Monster as producers.

Parsons is making his feature directorial debut with the film that has a script from Will Soodik. Plot details have not been revealed for The Backrooms, which is inspired by Parsons’ viral YouTube horror series that has amassed more than 190 million views. A release date has not been announced.

The dinos have a new lease on life.

Universal and Amblin’s Jurassic World Rebirth is coming in ahead of expectations at the Fourth of July box office to hatch a new era for the Steven Spielberg-created franchise. In North America, the holiday tentpole is on course to post an estimated five-day domestic opening of $141.2 million, including $85.4 million for the three days, according to Saturday estimates.

That’s the fifth-best showing ever for the holiday, while the three-day gross would mark the fourth-biggest domestic opening of 2025 to date. That’s no small feat considering July Fourth fell on a Friday this year, meaning many moviegoers were distracted by holiday outings on what’s normally a critical day for new films. To boot, the latest Jurassic World pic has received decidedly mixed reviews from both critics and audiences alike. But there’s no dismissing the power of the Jurassic brand,...

It was not a very good weekend for Universal Pictures and, more specifically, Blumhouse Productions. The house that Jason Blum built released the once-much-anticipated sequel "M3GAN 2.0" over the weekend and, even though the original was an unexpected breakout hit in 2023, its follow-up came in well below expectations. So much so that we must now question what future (if any) awaits this once-promising franchise and, more broadly, what is going on at Blumhouse.

Director Gerard Johnstone's "M3GAN 2.0" opened to just $10.2 million domestically. It certainly didn't help that Brad Pitt's "F1" opened to nearly $60 million and served up a major crowd-pleaser. International audiences weren't all that much help either, with the killer robot sequel pulling in $6.8 million overseas for a $17 million global start. When we consider that the first "M3GAN" opened to $30 million in North America alone, that number looks awfully rough.

The sequel picks up two years...

July 2025 is already here, bringing with it a new slate of library additions set to arrive on your favorite streaming services. Hulu, HBO Max, Netflix, Peacock, Paramount+, Shudder, and Tubi have announced their July 2025 lineups, so we’re compiling them all into a handy horror guide for your watchlists.

Of note, look for one of the year’s biggest box office draws to arrive on HBO Max on the Fourth of July: Sinners. The streaming service also adds 2025 genre titles Death of a Unicorn and Opus to its July lineup. You can continue to catch up on 2025 horror releases with Drop’s arrival on Peacock this month, too.

Check out the July 2025 horror streaming lineup below.

HBO Max

A24’s ‘Opus’

July 1

Annabelle

Get Out

Insidious

The Amityville Horror (1979)

The Amityville Horror (2005)

The Great Wall

The Last House on the Left

The Meg

July 4

Sinners

July 11

Opus

July 25

Death of a Unicorn...

Apple Original Films‘ critically acclaimed F1: The Movie is off to the races.

The Formula One movie — teaming Top Gun: Maverick filmmaker with Brad Pitt — zoomed to an impressive $55.6 million opening in North America in the first major theatrical win for Apple Original Films.

Warner Bros. is distributing the big-budget summer tentpole on behalf of Apple, with the two companies sharing marketing duties. Overseas, it clocked in at $88.4 million for a worldwide start of $144 million to supplant World War Z ($112 million) and rank as the top global launch of Pitt’s multi-decade career, not adjusted for inflation. F1 has a huge advantage in having a lock on Imax screens until Superman opens July 11, along with Dolby Cinemas and other premium large-format screens for part of that time.

“A full throttle final weekend of June is in the books as Apple Original Films’ and Warner Bros.’ F1 The Movie puts the...

James Wan isn’t ready to let The Last Train to New York fade into the sidings. The producer, speaking exclusively to Entertainment Weekly, reaffirmed that the American take on South Korea’s hit Train to Busan remains very much alive, despite Warner Bros. shelving the title indefinitely. “That’s definitely still a passion project of ours,” Wan explained, noting that Atomic Monster has never abandoned hope of bringing the concept Stateside .

Train to Busan (2016)

Rather than a straight remake, Wan says the plan is for The Last Train to New York to run parallel to the original. “Creatively, it takes place in the same world as Train to Busan,” he told EW. “It’s happening epidemically around the world. So if Train to Busan is this particular slice of the story in South Korea, we want Train to New York to be the one set in America. Everything about it is really exciting.

James Wan, the horror director and producer behind franchises like The Conjuring and M3GAN, says he's still trying to develop an American version of the brilliant Korean horror film Train to Busan. It's been years since the potential project was announced as The Last Train to New York, but since then it has been removed from the Warner Bros. release calendar. However, this doesn't mean that Wan isn't still working to get it made.

The Saw director talked to Entertainment Weekly during the promotion of his latest production, M3GAN 2.0, the sequel to the killer robot feature produced under his banner Atomic Monster. Wan used the opportunity to talk about the status of The Last Train to New York. While the update is a bit disappointing, he says he's still on board to make the film. The producer also says that it is not a remake, but a spin-off centering around U.

Six new horror movies already released at home this past Tuesday, and they’re being joined by six more today including the theatrical release of hotly anticipated sequel M3GAN 2.0.

Here’s all the new horror that released on Friday, June 27, 2025!

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Blumhouse’s modern horror icon M3GAN is back in the action-packed sequel M3GAN 2.0, which promises to be bigger, badder and bloodier. It’s now playing in theaters nationwide.

Director Gerard Johnstone and writer Akela Cooper are back for the follow-up to their 2023 film along with producers James Wan of Atomic Monster and Jason Blum of Blumhouse.

Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Brian Jordan Alvarez, Jen Van Epps, Amie Donald, and Jenna Davis star alongside Ivanna Sakhno, Aristotle Athari, Timm Sharp, and Jemaine Clement.

Two years after M3GAN, a marvel of artificial intelligence, went rogue and embarked on...

Waxwork Records is bringing the M3GAN 2.0 soundtrack to vinyl.

Composed by Chris Bacon, the score is pressed 2xLP translucent pink and white colored vinyl with purple splatter.

The album is housed in a heavyweight gatefold jacket with matte satin coating all with an 11×11 insert, both featuring artwork by Suspiria Vilchez.

Priced at $40, it’s scheduled to ship in August.

In theaters today, M3GAN 2.0 sees the killer doll’s inventor resort to resurrecting her infamous creation in order to take down Amelia, the military-grade weapon who was built by a defense contractor who stole M3GAN’s underlying tech.

Director Gerard Johnstone and writer Akela Cooper are back for the sequel along with producers James Wan of Atomic Monster and Jason Blum of Blumhouse.

Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Brian Jordan Alvarez, Jen Van Epps, Amie Donald, and Jenna Davis return to star, alongside Ivanna Sakhno, Aristotle Athari, Timm Sharp,...

James Wan is all set to take the M3GAN universe to a whole new direction. With M3GAN 2.0 charging in theaters this week, fans who love the killer AI doll won’t have to wait long because an R-rated spinoff titled SOULM8TE is already on the way (via Entertainment Weekly).

Kate Dolan directs the upcoming installment and will swap out the teen-friendly terror story for a much darker and sexier tone, something that might remind you of the 1987 erotic thriller titled Fatal Attraction. So, let’s look at more details about SOULM8TE and what Wan has to say about it!

SOULM8TE, inspired by Fatal Attraction, pushes the M3GAN universe into erotic territory A still from Fatal Attraction | Credits: Jaffe/Lansing Productions

M3GAN was hailed by reviewers and the audience because it had a mix of campy horror, tech, and anxiety. But now SOULM8TE is ready to explore the adult parts of the same universe.

Back in April, Blumhouse Productions spent some time in the spotlight during the Universal panel at the CinemaCon event in Las Vegas, and JoBlo’s own Chris Bumbray was there to witness an early preview of SOULM8TE, which is “a new movie in the M3GAN universe” that is set to reach theatres on January 2, 2026. Bumbray reported, “Seems similar to Companion. Centers on a sexbot that becomes so obsessed with her “owner” that she kills anyone close to him and goes on a murder spree. Looks more violent (and kinkier) than M3GAN but has the same humor. When a woman she’s about to kill says ‘Women aren’t supposed to be pitted against each other,’ she answers, ‘Don’t start that girl power shit with me.’” Now that M3GAN 2.0 is about to make its way out into the world, Entertainment Weekly was able to dig up some more information on SOULM8TE,...

The Blumhouse family is counting their lucky stars that they met Violet McGraw’s family.

In April 2020, McGraw was cast as 10-year-old Cady James in Blumhouse/Atomic Monster’s techno horror-comedy, M3GAN. In July 2020, Violet’s sister, Madeleine McGraw, was hired for the banner’s supernatural horror film, The Black Phone. The two films went on to gross over $343 million against a combined budget of less than $30 million, prompting quick sequel green lights, beginning with M3GAN 2.0‘s release on June 27 and Black Phone 2 this fall.

Writer-director Gerard Johnstone’s M3GAN sequel takes place two years after the events of his 2023 picture, and a now 12-year-old Cady is still at odds with her aunt Gemma (Allison Williams) due to her strict rules on technology usage and the lack of quality time they spend together. Gemma has been preoccupied with her efforts to publicly atone for creating a murderous AI doll,...

An aging driver and a menacing AI doll go up against each other at the box office this weekend in what’s a test for two challenged genres — Formula 1 racing pics and horror titles.

If box office pundits are correct, Apple Original Films’ critically acclaimed F1: The Movie will leave Blumhouse and Atomic Monster’s sequel M3GAN 2.0 in the dust with an impressive domestic opening of $40 million to $50 million. Warner Bros., which is distributing and helping Apple to market the big-budget summer tentpole, is being more conservative in suggesting in the high $30 million range.

Overseas, the action sports drama is forecasted to take in $75 million for a worldwide opening of $115 million or more against a net production budget of at least $200 million before marketing. (Sources tells The Hollywood Reporter the production budget is far higher, but there’s no way of confirming whether that’s the case.

Filming is done on The Mummy, a new horror movie from director Lee Cronin. The movie will be released in theaters on April 17, 2026. Cronin, who directed Evil Dead Rise, is now taking on a fresh version of the famous movie monster. This film is being made by New Line Cinema, with help from Blumhouse and James Wan’s Atomic Monster.

Jack Reynor is leading the cast. He’s joined by Laia Costa, Verónica Falcón, May Calamawy, May Elghety, and Natalie Grace. Cronin gave fans an update on Instagram after filming wrapped. He posted a photo of a set wall covered in hieroglyphics, giving a small look at the movie’s style.

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So far, the story is being kept secret. But back in December, Cronin gave a hint about what to expect. “This will be unlike any Mummy movie...

Filming has officially finished on The Mummy, a new horror movie from director Lee Cronin. The film is set to hit theaters on April 17, 2026. Cronin, who made a big splash with Evil Dead Rise, is now taking on one of the most well-known monsters in film history. The project is being made by New Line Cinema, with Blumhouse and James Wan’s Atomic Monster also producing.

Jack Reynor from Midsommar stars in the movie, along with Laia Costa, Verónica Falcón, May Calamawy, and May Elghety. Natalie Grace is also in the cast. Cronin shared the filming update himself, posting a photo on Instagram that shows a wall covered in hieroglyphics, giving fans a small peek at the look of the film.

Right now, plot details are still a secret. But Cronin did share a little hint about what kind of movie this will be. Back in December, he said, “This...

The killer doll who became the meme heard round the world is back, but she’s a bit different this time around – or is she?

Could this AI robotic invention-turned-terrorist doll that only a child named Cady could love actually redeem herself in an unexpected second act? Of course she can if her first film, made for just $10 million, grossed $180 million globally and in the process became a genuine pop culture sensation and dancing meme that inevitably would spark a sequel. But in the fast-moving world of AI technology, miles ahead now with ChatGPT and other somewhat frightening innovations since M3GAN first hit theaters in 2023, what would a 2.0 version need to look like?

That is what we get in this quickly assembled follow-up that retains the horror elements — and importantly the humor — of the first but really mixes it up with some kickass sci-fi action sequences that actually make...