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Studies suggest that human laughter might have evolved as a way of communicating that a perceived source of danger is actually harmless. That’s why it makes sense that horror comedies were invented almost immediately after actual horror films, as there’s no better way of dealing with fear than laughing at media-induced collective nightmares.

This ancient custom even applies to more recent and immersive sub-genres, as not even the visceral scares of Found Footage movies are immune to the occasional dose of dark humor. With that in mind, we’ve decided to come up with a list recommending six Found Footage horror-comedies for your viewing pleasure. After all, not every Pov horror flick needs to be an ultra serious compilation of glitches and jump-scares.

While this list is obviously based on personal opinion, we’ll be limiting entries to original Found Footage movies only – which means no spoofs or...

Steven Soderbergh’s stripped down ghost story, ‘Presence,’ is an impressive evolution and subversion of the popular low-budget found-footage ghost trend.

“My boy…he came back to save you.”

Ghost stories and poltergeists are such a fascinating horror subgenre that have the power to really connect and get under the audience’s skin in a way that’s not possible with other monsters. The idea of an unfulfilled spirit that can’t – or won’t – move on is easier for many people to buy into than zombies, vampires, or a living doll. Ghosts exist out of time and have the potential to know everything, but also nothing. It’s a poetically beautiful tragedy that makes ghosts such rich – and misunderstood – material for horror movies.

There’s a certain power to ghost movies and how they operate as the ultimate voyeur stories, especially when the spirit and the camera become one.

Paramount’s free streaming service, Pluto TV, has revealed its April highlights. The Pluto TV April 2025 lineup includes nature content for Earth Month, a lineup of horror favorites for April Ghouls, new channels, movies, and more.

Pluto TV is the leading free streaming television service, delivering hundreds of live, linear channels and thousands of titles on demand to a global audience. The Emmy Award-winning service curates a diverse lineup of channels in partnership with hundreds of international media companies.

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This April, Pluto TV is bringing a touch of Martha’s signature style, sophistication, and savoir-faire straight to your screen with The Martha Stewart Channel. For the spring season, Martha personally recommends streaming her series Martha Gardens, where you can spend a year in the life of Martha’s idyllic Bedford farm learning to garden like she does.

Learn how to properly plant trees and how to take care of houseplants,...

April is right around the corner, marking the halfway point to the best holiday of the year: Halloween. Pluto TV is celebrating accordingly with the return of April Ghouls programming.

Beginning April 1, Pluto TV will be streaming themed programming dedicated to supernatural, thrills, and chills. April Ghouls will also feature stunts and horror film marathons across a number of channels; Pluto TV is making sure everyone is able to get in on the Halfway to Halloween fun.

To celebrate April Ghouls, here’s the horror that’s getting featured all April long.

New Horror Movies On Pluto TV This Month

● 30 Days of Night & 30 Days of Night: Dark Days

● Bram Stoker’s Dracula

● Deliver Us from Evil

● The Evil Dead (1983)

● Fright Night

● Grace: The Possession

● Idle Hands

● Oculus

● Only Lovers Left Alive

● Paranormal Activity 1-4

● Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones

● Pet

● Pet Sematary II

● Quarantine

● The Ring, The Ring Two & Rings

● Silent Hill

● Skinwalkers

● Urban Legend,...

Freaky and Happy Death Day director Christopher Landon was supposed to be working on Scream 7 – but that project turned out to be so troubled, he had to activate his ejector seat and get out of there. While he has since been replaced on Scream 7 by Kevin Williamson, he has been busy lining up other genre projects, signing on to direct the werewolf thriller Big Bad and the “fast-paced thriller” Drop. Coming our way from Blumhouse and Platinum Dunes, the production company team that has previously brought us the Purge franchise, Drop moved forward first, and is aiming for an April 11th theatrical release. With that date swiftly approaching, a new trailer for the film has arrived online and can be seen in the embed above.

Written by Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach, a writing duo that has previously worked with Blumhouse on the horror projects Truth or Dare and Fantasy Island,...

On Sunday 23 March 2025, BBC Three broadcasts Paranormal: Britain’s Last Witch!

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The upcoming episode of “Paranormal: Britain’s Last Witch,” titled “Dark Premonitions,” promises to delve into a gripping chapter of history. In this episode, Tian Eleri takes a closer look at the life of Scottish medium Helen Duncan. Helen’s story is both fascinating and tragic, as she became the last person to be convicted and imprisoned under the Witchcraft Act in 1944.

Set against the backdrop of World War II, the episode explores the tense atmosphere of London during the Blitz. As bombs fell on the city, Helen found herself on trial at the Old Bailey, facing serious charges that would change her life forever. The episode aims to uncover the details surrounding her trial and the societal fears that led to her conviction.

Viewers can expect a mix of historical insight and paranormal investigation,...

A few days ago, the horror community was shaken when news broke about Saw XI possibly being canceled. While the information was vague, the unknown source sadly reported this with afair amount of certainty. Now, one of the film's writers has shared more details about the possible cancellation while also revealing plot details about the latest sequel in the Saw franchise. Apparently, John Kramer was going to help frustrated citizens fight whatever they needed to fight against.

Writing partners Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan have been involved with the Saw franchise since Saw IV, with the duo carving out a horror career that expanded to other franchises like Feast and The Collector. Returning as screenwriters for Saw XI, the pair seem like the perfect fit for the upcoming film, but as it turns out, they may not have been, as the project may have been canceled. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter,...

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Wicked and Emilia Perez were named the best edited feature films of 2024 at the 75th Annual Ace Eddie Awards. Winners were announced on March 14, 2025 during a ceremony that was originally scheduled for January 18th. The devastating Los Angeles wildfires forced the delay, and the American Cinema Editors opted for a less formal ceremony that helped raise money for wildfire relief.

On the television side, awards season favorite Shogun, What We Do in the Shadows, and Frasier took home awards. Both What We Do in the Shadows and Frasier earned Ace Eddie Awards for their final seasons, while Shogun is set to return for a second season.

Wicked filmmaker Jon M. Chu was recognized with the Ace Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award during the ceremony. Maysie Hoy and Paul Hirsch were honored with the Career...

Shoresy has returned with its fourth season on Hulu, now streaming as of Feb. 26. Teasing the show's return, Cbr can unveil an exclusive sneak peek clip.

Created by Jared Keeso, who also stars in the titular role, Shoresy is a Letterkenny spinoff. The series explores life after hockey, and the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs contend with the distractions of summer in Sudbury. In Cbr's exclusive clip of Season 4, former NHL player Marty McSorley is featured as part of an interview segment alongside Keeso's Shoresy. The video can be watched below.

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Imagine Knives Out meets François Truffaut’s Day for Night, but set in a present-day Germany rife with tensions about immigration and Islam. That’s the pitch behind Mehmet Akif Büyükatalay’s behind-the-scenes thriller, Hysteria, which kicks off when a copy of the Koran is accidentally — or not — burnt on a film set. Footage of the scene then goes missing, making us wonder who could have stolen it.

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Aaron Paul and Jacob Tremblay have officially joined the cast of The Night House, a film adaptation of the bestselling horror novel by author Jo Nesbø.

Per Variety, Paul and Tremblay will lead the upcoming horror adaptation as the younger and older versions of the film's protagonist, with more cast members expected to be announced soon. Jesper Ganslandt directs from a script penned by himself and Nesbø. Steven Schneider, best known for horror franchises such as Paranormal Activityand Insidious, serves as the producer of The Night House. The film is still in the pre-production phase, with plans to begin filming this summer. Nesbø also has a Netflix series adaptation of his novels centered around his Detective Harry Hole character in the works, with Tobias Santelmann and Joel Kinnaman set to star.

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M3GANwas a surprise horror hit in 2023, with the movie becoming a veritable meme with its success. Now, the first footage of its follow-up has finally been released, and it's already making all the right moves. This is exactly what the production company behind the film needs, especially given recent releases.

Blumhouse was once synonymous with the horror genre in the 2010s, with the studio seeing several major hits that scared up a lot of money at the box office. In the past few years, however, there's been a saddening case of diminishing returns and a tarnished reputation for the studio. M3GAN 2.0 can help turn that around, but if it fails to achieve this, it can potentially do even more damage.

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Step beyond the veil and into the terrifyingly immersive world of Paranormal Salad: The Dressing —a gripping narrative podcast that plunges listeners into the dark, unexplainable, and deeply unsettling. Unlike anything else in the paranormal sphere, The Dressing is more than just a show—it’s a story-driven audio experience blending real encounters, horrifying folklore, and spine-tingling investigations into a seamless, cinematic journey through the unknown.

Now available for streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more, The Dressing is just one piece of the Paranormal Salad universe, a sprawling interconnected world of horror, extraterrestrial mysteries, and supernatural deep dives created by J.A.X. Ember—renowned demonologist, medium, and investigator.

The Dressing is not your average paranormal podcast. This is an episodic, immersive narrative series, with each episode pulling listeners deeper into the shadows of the unknown. It’s part documentary, part horror storytelling, and part demonic séance.

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Ever since The Blair Witch Project hit the screens back in 1999, the horror genre has been revolutionized for the better. The immersive and eerie experience of found footage format ushered the genre into a new era of dread and stories that gave viewers nightmares. The sub-genre birthed several iconic movies, including the most widely recognized horror franchise, Paranormal Activity.

The concept in these movies was groundbreaking and unlocked a new fear in the viewers about the terror of the oblivion around us once it's caught on camera. While fans believe that Paranormal Activity is one of a kind, there's another found footage franchise that grew parallel to the former. 2015's Hell House LLC brought in a unique perspective...

Hulu has shared the official key art for Shoresy Season Four, which will premiere on Wednesday, February 26 with all six new episodes exclusively available in the U.S. on Hulu. The first three seasons are now streaming on the service.

In the new season, Shoresy (Jared Keeso) explores life after hockey, and the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs contend with the distractions of summer in Sudbury.

The returning cast starring alongside Keeso includes Tasya Teles (The 100) as Nat; Blair Lamora (Paranormal Nightshift) as Ziigwan; and Keilani Rose (Flimsy) as Miigwan. From, Montréal, QC, rapper Jonathan-Ismael Diaby stars as Dolo; and former NHL player, author, and actor Terry Ryan stars as Hitch.

Ryan McDonell (The Crossing) stars as Michaels; and former Kahnawake Condor and Mma fighter Andrew “The Canon” Antsanen returns as Goody. Legendary all-time tough guy Jon “Nasty” Mirasty, former Carolina Hurricanes center Brandon Nolan, and three-time Stanley Cup winner, Jordan Nolan star as Jim,...

It's been 12 years since a Scary Movie movie last showed up in theaters—and 18 since the franchise was in the hands of its original director and co-writers, Keenen Ivory, Shawn, and Marlon Wayans. That first number will rise to an unlucky 13 by the time the franchise's recently announced sequel comes out,...

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Director Steven Soderbergh comes out of self-imposed retirement once again for this engaging and effective ghost story, shot in a series of single takes. From the haunted house-style set-up, audiences might be expecting something along the lines of the Paranormal Activity franchise, but Soderbergh has something else in mind.

Presence begins in a renovated, 100-year-old home, in the leafy suburbs of an unnamed city. The titular presence is a ghost, represented by the subjective, point-of-view camerawork. In the opening scenes, the presence looks out of the window and then goes down the stairs as a late-arriving realtor shows a family – mother Rebekah (Lucy Liu), father Chris (Chris Sullivan) and teenage kids Chloe and Tyler around the property.

Shortly afterwards, the family are all moved in, and Chloe becomes convinced...

Freaky and Happy Death Day director Christopher Landon was supposed to be working on Scream 7 – but that project turned out to be so troubled, he had to activate his ejector seat and get out of there. While he has since been replaced on Scream 7 by Kevin Williamson, he has been busy lining up other genre projects, signing on to direct the werewolf thriller Big Bad and the “fast-paced thriller” Drop. Coming our way from Blumhouse and Platinum Dunes, the production company team that has previously brought us the Purge franchise, Drop moved forward first, and is aiming for an April 11th theatrical release. With that date swiftly approaching, a trailer for Drop has dropped and can be seen in the embed above.

Written by Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach, a writing duo that has previously worked with Blumhouse on the horror projects Truth or Dare and Fantasy Island,...

The superhero story of My Hero Academia may have a generous cast of characters on both sides of the heroes vs villains struggle, but only a select few of them could be called seriously important for the plot. Most students in classes 1-a and 1-b are just filler, and the same is even true of some pro heroes and villains, while certain characters are indispensable to the story. These plot-centric characters make all the difference between the things they say and do, and they usually appear in the most critical plot twists, too.

It's a given that protagonist Izuku Midoriya/Deku is the most important My Hero Academia character, since the entire plot happened thanks to him getting One For All and fighting as a hero. Something similar can be said about the symbol of peace, All Might, who made Deku's rise to power possible. If fans don't count those obvious inclusions,...

Hulu has announced that Crave’s Shoresy Season 4 will premiere on Wednesday, February 26 with all six new episodes available in the U.S. on Hulu. The first three seasons are now streaming on Hulu.

Canadian entertainment service Crave also revealed today that Shoresy has been renewed for a fifth season, which will go into production later this spring.

In Shoresy Season 4, Shoresy (Jared Keeso) explores life after hockey and the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs contend with the distractions of summer in Sudbury. The returning cast starring alongside Jared Keeso includes Tasya Teles (The 100) as Nat, Blair Lamora (Paranormal Nightshift) as Ziigwan, and Keilani Rose (Flimsy) as Miigwan.

From, Montréal, QC, rapper Jonathan-Ismael Diaby stars as Dolo, and former NHL player, author, and actor Terry Ryan stars as Hitch. Ryan McDonell (The Crossing) stars as Michaels, and former Kahnawake Condor and Mma fighter Andrew “The Canon” Antsanen returns as Goody.

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While the franchise consists of seven movies, the Paranormal Activity movies in order is different chronologically than it is by release date. The main thread of the found-footage franchise follows the sinister demon "Tobi" as he terrorizes families and households throughout the decades. The complex lore of the Paranormal Activity movies begins with the original 2007 film that introduces Tobi and his primary anchor for most of the series, Katie. As the films continue, the expanding backstory and interweaving network of characters gradually reveal a rich, detailed universe of supernatural horror.

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The terrifying Paranormal Activity series, a pioneer of the modern found-footage horror genre, is making its way to streaming.

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In 1993, a new television show debuted on the Fox network. The X-Files followed two FBI agents, Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) and Dana Scully (Gillian Anderson), as they investigated a series of mysterious cases ranging from paranormal activity to extraterrestrial encounters. The show gained a large following, particularly among science fiction fans and those fascinated by the growing interest in alien phenomena. The massive popularity of The X-Files might not have come to fruition had it not been for a television show that began airing on the same network in 1991 called Sightings.

Sightings, a show hosted by Tim White, showcased a broad range of investigations of alleged alien abductions, UFO sightings, and paranormal hauntings. Sightings and The X-Files were certainly two very different programs, as the latter was a fictionalized series and the former was investigative and presented in the same way that other shows such as A Current Affair or Hard Copy were depicted.

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Dabi made waves among fans throughout the run of My Hero Academia, ranking fourth place Japan's 9th Mha popularity poll and being the first villain to make it into the top five. Whenever the anime is trending on TikTok or other social media, especially during the release of new episodes, Dabi stans always float to the forefront with their takes on why this unhinged, fiery villain is attractive. But why do people like him to this degree?

Dabi is sociopathic, sadistic and wants to see the world burn. He was hellbent on killing innocent people if it meant exacting vengeance against his father. He has shown ruthless cunning when faced with heroes. So why is he such an adored character? For the same reasons that make him such a complex villain, Dabi is one of Kohei Horikoshi's best-written characters in the Mha franchise.

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The American Cinema Editors (Ace) announced the nominees for the 75th Annual Ace Eddie Awards, representing the best editing in films, television, and documentaries in 2024. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and Civil War will be competing alongside awards season favorites Conclave, Dune: Part Two, and Emilia Perez in the best drama film category. Wicked and The Substance compete in the comedy film category, along with Anora, Challengers, and A Real Pain.

Wicked‘s director Jon M. Chu will be recognized with the Ace Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award, an honorary award given to a filmmaker who “exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film.” Maysie Hoy and Paul Hirsch will receive Career Achievement Awards during the 2025 Ace Eddie Awards ceremony.

Winners will be announced on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

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The 2025 Ace Eddie Award nominations are here, recognizing outstanding editing in 14 categories across film, TV, and documentaries. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at UCLA’s Royce Hall.

Among the nominees are buzzy titles including “Emilia Pérez,” “Anora,” “Wicked,” and “the Substance,” while TV faves including “Baby Reindeer,” “Nobody Wants This,” and “The Bear” also made the cut.

As previously announced, the Ace Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award will go to “Wicked” director Jon M. Chu for distinguished achievement in the art and business of film, while career achievement awards go to film editors Maysie Hoy, Ace, and Paul Hirsch, Ace.

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As part of Spotify 2024 Wrapped, the company released data about the top podcasts on the service. Here’s the ones we know about. Click through to learn more and listen - whatever podcast player you use.

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Some of the most chilling moments in horror movies stem not from what is explicitly shown on screen, but from what is deliberately left unseen. Off-screen deaths harness the power of suggestion, compelling audiences to imagine the gruesome details and confront their deepest fears. By avoiding explicit visual depictions, filmmakers tap into the audience's imagination, often evoking a more profound psychological impact that lingers long after the credits roll. These moments rely on atmosphere, sound design, and subtle cues to create a sense of unease, proving that sometimes, what we dont see is far more terrifying than what we do.

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Horror franchises have continued to dominate the genre, often overshadowing new releases that do not have a connection to a well-known and popular series. Many of these franchises have a mix of good and bad movies, including icons like Halloween, Alien, Saw, and The Conjuring. These titles have had enough success to overshadow the lackluster installments, even if they're known for only one or two major films that keep the series alive.

Other horror franchises in the genre have not withstood the test of time or kept viewers interested in more bad installments than good or even decent ones. Series like Puppet Master and Paranormal Activity may have a cult following, but the overall critical and audience reception is exceptionally poor. Despite having multiple sequels, these horror series only have one distinguishable film.

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In the new horror movie Devon, Devon's parents never stopped searching for answers after her disappearance from a notorious asylum. Years after the incident, a mysterious website draws five adventurers to the abandoned asylum where she was last seen.

Armed with cameras, they plunge into the darkness, unaware they’re filming their own descent into horror - never meant to return.

Jersey Shore star and reality TV icon Jenni "JWoww" Farley writes, directs, and executive produces the movie which is now available on Digital. A lifelong horror fan, Jenni makes an impressive debut with this found footage horror movie set in an abandoned asylum.

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The horror genre was founded for creators to push boundaries and to experiment with filmmaking in a way that no other medium has as they search for new methods of terrifying audiences by re-imagining concepts that have unnerved watchers for years. Few horror subgenres have been as successful at this as found footage, as creators try out new ways to place audiences in the victims' perspectives with this boundary-pushing concept. Of course, they don't always work. But every so often, this genre has hit gold, with groundbreaking titles like The Blair Witch Project and Paranormal Activity. Since the quick rise and fall of found footage in the 2000s, there have been many attempts to innovate this subgenre, but few have been as successful as 2013's Evidence.

Exclusive: Marvel’s Moon Knight Director Mohamed Diab has revealed fresh details about his new feature Lion, starring Egyptian megastar Mohamed Ramadan in a role inspired by Ancient Rome rebel slave Spartacus.

“It’s a period piece, a kind of Spartacus meets Braveheart set in 1850s Egypt,” said Diab, talking to Deadline on the fringes of Egypt’s El Gouna Film Festival.

Currently mid-way through shooting in Cairo, Lion marks Diab’s first picture back in his native Egypt since 2016 breakthrough Clash. In between times, he made the Palestine-set drama Amira, followed by directing Moon Knight for Marvel.

Diab has revealed very little about the new movie, which was originally announced under the title of Black Lion and is being billed as his most ambitious Arab-language production to date.

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The Mahershala Ali film that Disney recently put on indefinite hold has angered and disappointed a lot of fans. Blade was one of the most awaited films for MCU fans, but it seems that they will have to wait a little longer.

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Despite the reports of the indefinite hold, it seems that Disney and Marvel might just be course-correcting the upcoming film. A new rumor suggests that the budget has also been slashed compared to other Marvel films.

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Exclusive: Dubai-based global management and production company 75East has signed Egyptian director Karim Shaaban, who is currently in production on his new feature 6 Days in Cairo.

He is the latest signing in a growing roster of talent on the 75East books since its launch last December with a focus on Swana (Southwest Asia and North Africa), alongside the likes of Jordanian Oscar-nominee Bassel Ghandour (Theeb) and Egyptian Palme d’Or-nominee Abu Bakr Shawky (Yomeddine).

Shaaban most recently directed the short film I Don’t Care if the World Collapses, starring Egyptian superstar Salma Abu Deif as an ambitious advertizing producer whose path crosses an actor excited about landing his first role in a commercials shoot.

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My Hero Academia ended this year after a successful run of ten years. Kōhei Horikoshi weaved the story around a huge cast of characters with interesting quirks. While it can be said that he couldn’t focus satisfyingly on most characters, besides the main ones, it’s safe to say that he tried to give most of them their moments to shine. One such moment is also Gege Akutami’s favorite fight in My Hero Academia.

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Akutami spoke at length about one of the best female characters, Rumi Usagiyama aka Rabbit Hero: Mirko, and her best fight in the series. Compared to many other characters, Mirko had less screen time. Yet she managed to create an excellent impression on fans with her one fight. All her skills were on a great display and she justified her rank as the number 5th hero,...

Freaky and Happy Death Day director Christopher Landon was supposed to be heading into production on Scream 7 – but that project turned out to be so troubled, he had to activate his ejector seat and get out of there. While he has since been replaced on Scream 7 by Kevin Williamson, he has been busy lining up other genre projects, signing on to direct the werewolf thriller Big Bad and the “fast-paced thriller” Drop. Coming our way from Blumhouse and Platinum Dunes, the production company team that has previously brought us the Purge franchise, Drop moved forward first, and is so far along that a teaser trailer was even show at the New York Comic Con over the weekend! That trailer hasn’t made its way online yet, but a teaser poster has, along with some story details. Here’s the poster:

Everyone’s sus. #DropTheMovie only in theaters April 11 pic.

(from left) Foxy, Chica, Freddy Fazbear and Bonnie in Five Nights at Freddy’s, directed by Emma Tammi.

Blumhouse has announced an all-new sweepstakes where fans can enter to win a pair of tickets to the Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 premiere in 2025. Entrants must be subscribed to the Blumhouse newsletter The Van, and the giveaway will run until 10/31/24. This is to celebrate the original film returning to AMC Theatres as part of BlumFest on October 30. Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 premieres December 5, 2025.

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Blumhouse and AMC Theatres are celebrating Halloween now and running through the end of October with AMC’s BlumFest. Every Wednesday Blumhouse fans can attend special screenings,...

Tobin Bell owns a metal briefcase that he uses to house nine composition books, each one containing the notes he took to prepare to play John Kramer, a.k.a. Jigsaw, in the movies that make up the Saw franchise.. Soon, he’ll start taking notes in a tenth book, because Saw XI is on track for a September 26, 2025 release – and he has confirmed to the LA Times that Kramer is “a main part” of the latest sequel.

The LA Times reports that the first page of the notes Bell took for the original Saw “includes a drawn spiral interrogating the likes, dislikes and motivations” of his character. The other pages “are occupied by a series of questions about the character. They start with the most basic details — ‘Where am I?’ for example — and evolve into increasingly specific queries until they form an inverse triangle brimming with insight he’s deciphered on his own.

If read in order, the subtitles of the first six theatrically released "Resident Evil" movies almost ... almost ... spell out a "Divine Comedy"-like story arc. The first film is, naturally, merely called "Resident Evil" (2002), and it's about the release of a deadly, corporate-owned virus that turns the citizens of the world into zombies, creatures, or merely dead corpses. The film's sequel is subtitled "Apocalypse" (2004), implying that the virus escaped containment and infected the Earth. The third film is called "Extinction," implying that the virus did its job and humanity has become extinct. The arc is pretty clear. 

What comes after extinction? Well, the fourth film is called "Afterlife" (2010), following the now-dead humanity into Elysium. How apropos. Sadly, the fifth film in the series is not called "Resurrection" or "Reincarnation," but "Retribution" (2012), kind of breaking the spiritual cycle. Perhaps with "Retribution," humanity has become a gaggle of vengeful ghosts? Or perhaps not.

Paramount’s free streaming service Pluto TV has revealed its October highlights. The Pluto TV October 2024 lineup includes “31 Nights of Horror” on the Pluto TV Horror channel, The Twilight Zone marathon on the Classic TV Drama channel, new animation channels, and more.

The new animation channels feature your childhood heroes, such as Pokémon, Strawberry Shortcake, Inspector Gadget, Sonic, and The Super Mario Brothers. You can also expect channels dedicated to the beloved legal dramas The Good Wife and The Good Fight, Anthony Bourdain’s globetrotting No Reservations, the science and special effects wizardry of Mythbusters, and more.

Pluto TV is the leading free streaming television service, delivering hundreds of live, linear channels and thousands of titles on-demand to a global audience. The Emmy Award-winning service curates a diverse lineup of channels in partnership with hundreds of international media companies.

Pluto TV offers various genres, languages, and categories featuring movies, television series,...

On Sunday, 29th September 2024, at 9:00 Pm, Travel Channel will present an exciting new episode of *Paranormal Caught on Camera*, titled “Volcano Portal in Mexico and More.” This episode promises to deliver spine-chilling moments and mysterious happenings that will captivate fans of the paranormal.

Viewers will be taken on a journey to a haunted graveyard where a witch confronts paranormal investigators, creating a tense atmosphere as they try to uncover the truth behind the haunting. The episode also features a heartwarming yet eerie story, as a woman experiences a visit from her late husband, who checks in on their sleeping baby, leaving viewers pondering the boundaries between life and the afterlife.

As if that weren’t enough, the episode will highlight an erupting volcano, which not only spews lava but also reveals strange paranormal activity. With its mix of ghostly encounters and natural phenomena, this episode is set to keep...

On Sunday September 22 2024, Travel broadcasts Paranormal Caught on Camera!

Gold Rush Ghost House in Nevada and More Season 7 Episode 11 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Paranormal Caught on Camera,” titled “Gold Rush Ghost House in Nevada and More,” promises to deliver some intriguing stories and strange sightings. This episode will explore various paranormal encounters, each with its own unique twist.

One of the highlights features a shadowy figure that appears to watch a paranormal investigator near an old mining tunnel. This eerie sighting raises questions about what might still linger in these abandoned places. Viewers can expect to see footage that captures the unsettling moment and hear insights from the investigator about the experience.

Another fascinating segment involves a man and his son who come across a surprisingly vocal Bigfoot. This encounter adds an exciting element to the episode, as it challenges the common perception of Bigfoot as a silent creature.

Just in time for the Halloween season, the Peak Screaming Collection from Paramount+ has returned to the service today with a monster-sized lineup. The collection expands each year and this year features more genre-defining hits and classics than ever before, with over 450 new originals, fan-favorite horror movies and iconic Halloween episodes from beloved series.

The seasonal collection will include the debut of the Paramount+ original film Apartment 7A (September 27), a haunting prequel to the cult classic Rosemary’s Baby; and Spongebob Squarepants: Kreepaway Kamp (October 10), a new hour-long special where, while at Kamp Koral for a reunion, SpongeBob and the gang are stalked by a mysterious figure lurking in the shadows as campers start disappearing one by one.

The curated collection brings the household together by providing a scare for everyone with terrifying thrillers, spine-chilling films and frights for the fainthearted, with 25 expertly curated carousels. New and returning subgenres include the...

To celebrate its 15th anniversary, as well as the Halloween season, Blumhouse and AMC Theaters are re-releasing Paranormal Activity as part of AMCs Blumfest. Variety reports AMC and Blumhouse are teaming up for a six-week program focusing on all things horror, which kicks off Sept. 25 with the Paranormal Activity screening. The movie stars Katie Featherstone and Micah Sloat and is directed and written by Oren Peli.

This whole month is a love letter to Halloween and our fans, Jason Blum, founder and CEO of Blumhouse said. I cant believe we're already celebrating the 15th anniversary of Paranormal Activity because it feels like were just getting started.

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AMCs Blumfest is being held in 54 cities in the U.

Blumhouse and AMC Theatres are celebrating Halloween starting in September and running through the end of October with AMC’s BlumFest. Every Wednesday starting September 25, Blumhouse fans can attend special screenings, score one-time-only giveaways, be the first to see exclusive sneak peeks, and more.

AMC’s BlumFest marks the first time that BlumFest, the annual October celebration of all things Blumhouse, has included a national screening program. The six-week festival kicks off Sept. 25 in 54 cities and 150 AMC Theatres across the U.S. and features six different repertory films – anchored by the 15th anniversary of Paranormal Activity on Sept. 25.

Festival-goers can catch their favorite Blumhouse films on the big screen, with screenings each Wednesday night at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. local time and tickets priced at a discounted rate. Plus, all attendees will receive a special poster giveaway commemorating this year’s lineup, plus see exclusive sneak peeks and exclusive...

Light the jack-o-lanterns and put the kids to bed early, because Wednesdays are about to get a lot scarier this fall at AMC Theatres. As part of the theater chains Thrills & Chills series, Blumhouse proudly presents some of their best and most spine-tingling horror movies to celebrate the countdown to Halloween. BlumFest 2024 begins next week on September 25 with 15th anniversary screenings of the found-footage hit Paranormal Activity. In the weeks that follow through October, the schedule (below) also includes the studio's biggest moneymaker, Five Nights at Freddys, and the Groundhog Day-inspired horror jaunt Happy Death Day.

AMC's Thrills & Chills, BlumFest 2024 Horror Movie Lineup: September 25: Paranormal Activity October 2: Lights Out October 9: Insidious: Chapter 2 October 16: Happy Death Day October 23: The Black Phone October 30: Five Nights at Freddys All of your nightmares are coming true. BlumFest is back, and so are your favorites.Get your tickets now at https://t.