horror
horror
Horror is one of the most popular genres in film and television. Horror as a genre emerged in the 8th century with the Gothic novel. The genre is believed to have been founded by Horace Walpole, author of Castle of Otranto (1765).
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Watch Netflix’s Official ‘Do Revenge’ Trailer Starring Camila Mendes, Maya Hawke
Camila Mendes and Maya Hawke do each other's revenge plans in Netflix's 'Do Revenge'
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‘Breaking’ Official Trailer Promises Acting Chops and Drama
The first trailer for 'Breaking' showcases a tense standoff between police and a desperate veteran
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‘Moonage Daydream’ Trailer Showcases the Colorful World of David Bowie
'Moonage Daydream' delivers never-before-seen footage of the imaginative life of David Bowie
Sci-Fi
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‘Mickey 17’ and Robert Pattinson’s Rise as Sci-Fi’s Leading Man
With 'Mickey 17,' Robert Pattinson returns to the sci-fi spotlight and further establishes himself as the genre's leading man.
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Michael J. Fox Has 1 Idea for a ‘Back to the Future’ Remake
Michael J. Fox has an idea for a possible fourth ‘Back to the Future’ film. Regardless, he doesn't think another movie needs to be made.
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The Xenomorph From ‘Alien’ Was Considered Too Sexual
'Alien' works because the design of the Xenomorph creature is so fascinatingly hideous. Director Ridley Scott reached out to a famous artist to get the design in the film.
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Daria Cercek, Disney’s New Live-Action Head, Is a Champion of the Sequel
Daria Cercek has been named Disney's new president of live action -- theatrical. Her history as a champion of sequels could influence Disney's content strategy.
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11 Must-See Movie Sequels Coming Out in 2025 (and 5 That Aren’t)
2025 will be another year of sequels as some of the biggest franchises in movies add new installments. But some have been pushed to 2026 and beyond.
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’10 Cloverfield Lane’ Made the Smartest Franchise Decision in 2016
Dan Trachtenberg's '10 Cloverfield Lane' made one of the smartest decisions going in a new direction in this non-sequel within the franchise.
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‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Post-Credits Scene Explained: Here’s Where the Franchise Could Go Next
'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' is Netflix's installment to the franchise, which ends with a post-credits scene. Here's what it means for the franchise moving forward.
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‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’: Leatherface Uses 1 ‘Very Old’ Prop From Tobe Hooper’s Classic
Netflix's 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' brings back 1 'very old' Leatherface prop from Tobe Hooper's classic 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.'
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‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Roadmap: A Guide to Leatherface’s Timelines Before Netflix’s 2022 Movie
'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' is getting a new installment hitting Netflix. Here's a closer look at the previous installment timelines to see how it fits into the franchise.
TV
‘Servant’ Season 3 Episode 5 Recap: ‘Tiger’ Proves That Leanne’s Paranoia is Justified
In 'Servant' Season 3 episode titled 'Tiger,' just as Leanne starts to let down her guard, her paranoia over the last few months is justified.
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‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Movie Review: Leatherface and Sally’s Nonsensical Showdown
Netflix's 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' takes place nearly 50 years since the events of Tobe Hooper's 1974 classic. A new group of young adults stumbles upon Leatherface's hiding spot.
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‘The Lighthouse’: Robert Pattinson Agreed to Star Because He’d Be ‘Really, Really Annoyed’ if Someone Else Got to Do the ‘What’ Scene
'The Lighthouse' actor Robert Pattinson signed up to do Robert Eggers' horror film after reading the infamous 'what' scene to make sure no other actor could do it.
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‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Director Explains Sally’s ‘Survivor’s Guilt’ and What She Brings to the Netflix Movie
Netflix's 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' brings Sally back from Tobe Hooper's original. Here's how her 'survivor's guilt' plays into the 2022 sequel.
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‘Servant’ Season 3 Episode 4 Recap: ‘Ring’ Shows Sean’s Catering Job End in a Bloody Disaster
'Servant' Season 3 Episode 4 finds an increasingly paranoid Leanne and Sean's catering job ends in a spray of blood.
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‘Orphan 2’: Isabelle Fuhrman Discusses Playing a Child at 24 Years Old: ‘It’s Really Creepy’
‘Orphan’ star Isabelle Fuhrman will return to play 9-year-old Esther in the upcoming prequel.
Gaming & Comics
‘American McGee’s Alice’ Live-Action Adaptation Pulls ‘Metal Gear Solid’ David Hayter Down the Rabbit Hole as Showrunner
‘American McGee’s Alice’ live-action adaptation is in the works with ‘Metal Gear Solid’ voice actor David Hayter for the twisted Wonderland adventure with the Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat and more.
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‘Chucky’ Movie and Series Star Jennifer Tilly Admits She Still Has Not Seen the Original ‘Child’s Play’
Despite four Chucky movies and the TV series to her credit, Jennifer Tilly tells Showbiz Cheat Sheet she still hasn't gotten around to watching the original 'Child's Play'.
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‘Fresh’: Daisy Edgar-Jones Reveals the 1 Meat Product She Couldn’t Eat After Filming
Mimi Cave's 'Fresh' stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Sebastian Stan, and a terrifying appetite. Here's one meat product Edgar-Jones couldn't eat after filming.
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‘Piggy’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: Carlota Pereda Puts a Fresh Spin on the Social Outcast Revenge Horror Flick
Carlota Pereda's 'Piggy' is a fascinating and unique horror revenge psychological drama that isn't afraid to go to some dark places.
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‘Resurrection’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: Rebecca Hall Stuns in an Otherwise Disappointing Thriller With No Thrills
'Resurrection' delivers on a pitch-perfect performance from Rebecca Hall and an intriguing premise, but the film goes off the rails and sabotages itself.
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‘Watcher’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: Chloe Okuno’s Hitchcockian Slow-Burn Horror Emphasizes Style Over Substance
'Watcher' is slow-burn horror with impactful cinematography. However, a rushed third act and horror tropes disappoint in Chloe Okuno's new horror movie.
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‘Nanny’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: Nikyatu Jusu’s Directorial Debut Flips Horror Character Study on Its Head
'Nanny' is a remarkable directorial feature debut from Nikyatu Jusu. Anna Diop elevates her impactful script with a spell-binding performance.
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‘Something in the Dirt’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: Getting Caught up in Conspiracy Theories
'Something in the Dirt' injects creativity and uniqueness into the conspiracy theory conversation, but it ultimately ends up chasing its own tail.
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‘You Won’t Be Alone’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: The Witch’s Curse of Loneliness Cuts Deep
'You Won't Be Alone' puts a spotlight on loneliness, terrific performances, and a fresh voice for the future of the horror genre.
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‘Speak No Evil’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: Politeness Makes for Disturbing Horror Fare
Christian Tafdrup's 'Speak No Evil' is purposefully frustrating social horror that incorporates chills, thrills, and occasional dark humor to make a point on human interaction.
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‘Master’ Movie Review [Sundance 2022]: Regina Hall Excels in Compelling Drama, Undercooked Horror
'Master' is a razor-sharp directorial debut from filmmaker Mariama Diallo. Its nuanced drama is elevated by Regina Hall's extraordinary performance.
