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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Elisa Lam: 11 True Crime Podcasts to Listen to After Watching ‘Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel’
After watching 'Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel,' learn more about Elisa Lam and the infamous hotel with these true crime podcasts.
Books / TV
‘The Stand’ Season 2: Will the CBS All Access Stephen King Adaptation Continue?
'The Stand' is based on a standalone novel, but might there still be a second season?
TV
Who Is Elisa Lam and What Is ‘Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel’ About?
Learn more about Netflix's latest true crime docuseries 'Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel' and the subject Elisa Lam.
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Is ‘Freaky’ a Horror Movie?
Is 'Freaky' a horror movie? The answer to that question may determine whether people watch it or not. Director Christopher Landon settles it.
Movies / Notable People
‘Freaky’ Cast Member Kathryn Newton Said the Horror Movie Made Her Feet Hurt
'Freaky' star Kathryn Newton describes her process for getting into character as a serial killer, and the part that made her feet sore.
Movies / Notable People / TV
Before ‘The Sandman’ See Boyd Holbrook Fight an Original Creature in Horror Movie ‘Eight for Silver’ — Sundance Review
Right when Boyd Holbrook got cast in 'The Sandman,' his horror movie 'Eight for Silver' premiered at Sundance and proves a fine precursor to the show.
Books / Movies / Notable People
‘Silence of the Lambs’ Star Anthony Hopkins Thought It Sounded Like a Kids Movie, Refused to Finish Script
Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster reminisced about 'Silence of the Lambs' 30 years later. Hopkins revealed his misgivings about the title and script.
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‘Stranger Things’: 1 Way ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Inspired the Show
One of the creators of Stranger Things revealed the show took inspiration from A Nightmare on Elm Street and Freddy Kreuger.
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These 3 Major Horror Films Were Inspired by the Same Serial Killer
Horror films usually take inspiration from real crimes. One serial killer inspired some of the most popular horror films in the genre.
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Was Pennywise From ‘It’ a Real Person?
This character is pretty creepy, but was there a real person that inspired Pennywise from Stephen King's 'It?' Here's what we know about this killer clown.
Books / Notable People / TV
‘The Stand’ Star James Marsden Is Waiting for a Rematch With Alexander Skarsgard
'The Stand' is the second confrontation between James Marsden and Alexander Skarsgard. They want their third to be different.
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Stephen King Confessed That He Turned Off This Movie Because It Was ‘Too Freaky’
Horror guru Stephen King revealed one film that was too freaky, even for him. "Halfway through it, I said, ‘Turn it off. It’s too freaky. I can’t.’"
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‘The Blair Witch Project’ Stars Had No Clue About This Famous Scene Until They Saw It In Theaters
The most iconic found footage scene from ‘The Blair Witch Project’ was a total surprise to two stars when they saw it on the big screen.
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‘The Blair Witch Project’ Actors Were Just As Surprised As the Audience — Filmmakers Kept Scary Details Secret While Filming
Here's how the directors of 'The Blair Witch Project' created realistic horror by keeping the stars in the dark about what to expect during filming.
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‘The Exorcist’ Sequel: Everything We Know So Far
It appears that the malevolent force from 'The Exorcist' will rise again in a brand new sequel. Here’s what we know so far about the upcoming horror movie.
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Jordan Peele Talks ‘Us’: Why Having Black Heroes in a Horror Movie ‘Is a Trap’
Jordan Peele broke down 'Us' and the implications of having Black characters who serve as protagonists in scary movies. He says, 'It's a trap.'
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5 Christmas Horror Movies for Horror Fans
Christmas movies don't have to be all sunshine and rainbows. There are plenty of Christmas movies for the horror fan out there too.
Books / Notable People / TV
Whoopi Goldberg Says She Always Wanted to Do a Horror Movie — Why ‘The Stand’ Is Her First
Whoopi Goldberg says she's been trying to do a horror movie in her 50 year acting career until 'The Stand.' Here's why she loves scary stories.
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Holiday Horror Flick ‘Hanukkah’ Is Terrible, Not Terrifying
The holiday horror movie 'Hanukkah' tried to toe the line between holidays and horror. But the movie came up way short.
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‘The Shining’ Ax Vanished, Then Reappeared After 26 Years in This Surprising Location
In 'The Shining,' Jack Nicholson wields an ax that became a valuable piece of memorabilia. The tool collected dust for years before being rediscovered.
