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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trailers
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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.
sequels
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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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TV
Wolf Mask Killer Brutally Kills 2 in Halloween Murder Mystery on Oxygen’s ‘Homicide for the Holidays’
Oxygen's 'Homicide for the Holidays' revisits a horrific Halloween night scene of a double murder and a mysterious wolf mask as a prime clue.
Exclusives / TV
‘John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams’ Finds Terror in Safe Spaces [Exclusive]
Horror filmmaker John Carpenter perfectly timed the drop date of 'Suburban Screams' to be released on Friday the 13th.
Music
Paul McCartney Compared The Beatles’ ‘Eleanor Rigby’ to the Mother From Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Psycho’
Alfred Hitchcock's 'Psycho' inspired The Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" lyrically and musically. Despite this, there are huge differences between the two.
Music
Elvis Presley’s Death Inspired a Gruesome Horror Book
Elvis Presley's death inspired a horror author who shies away from that label. The author wrote a gross story about Elvis with a pun title.
Movies
‘The Blair Witch Project’ 24th Anniversary – ‘Taco’ Was the ‘Safe Word’ on Set
Revisiting some of the wild details as 24 year is marked since 'The Blair Witch Project' premiered in 1999.
Exclusives / Movies
Laura Dern Helps Filmmakers Sound Environmental Crisis Alarm in ‘Regenerate Ojai’ [Exclusive]
Horror is in Ojai California due to massive pesticide spraying that is sickening residents.
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The Bizarre Reason Why China Has Banned ‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey’
Some Chinese citizens have reportedly taken issue with how Winnie the Pooh is portrayed in the horror film.
Movies
5 Classic Vampire Movies to Watch Before ‘Renfield,’ Where to Watch Them
Universal Pictures' 'Renfield' puts Nicolas Cage in the role of Dracula. Here are 5 classic vampire movies that make for great companionship viewing.
Movies / Reviews
‘Renfield’ Movie Review: Nicolas Cage and Nicholas Hoult Give This Dracula Tale Fangs
Nicholas Hoult and Nicolas Cage lead 'Renfield' to success in its unique blend of horror, dark comedy, and a whole lot of action.
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‘Beau Is Afraid’ Movie Review: Ari Aster Sends Joaquin Phoenix on a Surrealist Odyssey Filled With Anxiety
'Beau Is Afraid' takes audiences on another trip into Ari Aster's greatest, anxiety-filled nightmare with a phenomenal leading performance from Joaquin Phoenix.
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‘Beetlejuice’ Turns 35: Why the Tim Burton Film Only Gets Better With Age
'Beetlejuice' is one of Tim Burton's most memorable films across his impressive filmography, which only continues to get better with repeat viewings.
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How ‘The X-Files’ Inspired a Horror Film Franchise
Every episode delivered new paranormal experiences that stretched viewers' imaginations. 'The X-Files' also inspired a horror franchise spanning 11 years and five movies.
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3 Horror Movies ‘La La Land’ Filmmaker Damien Chazelle Wrote Before Winning an Oscar
'Babylon' filmmaker Damien Chazelle wrote 3 horror movies, including '10 Cloverfield Lane,' before entering the Oscar conversation for films, such as 'La La Land.'
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5 Whodunit Slasher Horror Movies to Watch If You Liked ‘Scream VI’
Here's a list of 5 classic whodunit slasher horror films that you'll want to check out after seeing 'Scream VI' on the big screen.
Movies
‘Scream’: Ghostface Should Take a Trip to Space
The 'Scream' franchise acts as a piece of commentary on the horror genre, so here's why the series shouldn't shy away from tackling space.
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‘Evil Dead’ Movies Ranked, According to Letterboxd
The 'Evil Dead' movies changed the horror genre forever. Here's a look at how Letterboxd users ranked each of the installments.
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The ’47 Meters Down’ Shark Franchise Has Made Stars Like Mandy Moore and John Corbett Much Wealthier
'47 Meters Down' might not be the most highly rated franchise, but that hasn't stopped it from making stars like Mandy Moore and John Corbett much wealthier.
Movies
’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.
Movies
’47 Meters Down: Uncaged’: The Beautiful Filming Locations of the Netflix Survival Horror Movie
The cast of '47 Meters Down: Uncaged' filmed in two countries and one giant water tank to make it seem like the thriller movie looks like Mexico.
Movies / Reviews
‘Scream VI’ Movie Review: The Ghostface Legacy Talks Itself in Circles
'Scream VI' cranks up the gore to another level, but it falls a bit short when it comes to its horror commentary and dramatic storytelling.
