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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‘Mr. Mercedes’: Who Is the New Villain in Season 3?
'Mr. Mercedes' season 3 villain Gabriel Ebert tells Showbiz Cheat Sheet what makes his villain different from Harry Treadaway's.
Notable People / TV
‘Mr. Mercedes’ Season 3: How Lou Deals with What She Did to Brady
'Mr. Mercedes' actor Breeda Wool explains what drove her character to her actions in season 2, and where season 3 picks up.
Movies / Notable People
This ‘It: Chapter Two’ Actor Was Almost In ‘Chapter One’
One of the new actors in 'It: Chapter Two' playing one of the kids all grown up reveals he auditioned for a role in the first film. Good thing he didn't get it!
Movies / TV
Did You Catch All These Zombie Movie References in ‘Zombie Tidal Wave’?
Spoiler alert, but if you've seen 'Zombie Tidal Wave,' director Anthony C. Ferrante points out some of the George Romero and Italian zombie homages he hid in the film.
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This is the Terrifying True Story Behind ‘Annabelle Comes Home’
The horrifying real-life tale behind the famous doll from 'The Conjuring' franchise.
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Jordan Peele vs. Ari Aster: How the Directors Redefined American Horror
These are some of the many ways that directors Jordan Peele and Ari Aster have irrevocably influenced the American horror genre.
Movies / Notable People
Who Is ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ Mystery Man Michael Garza?
Find out why Michael Garza was the last actor cast in 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' and why he's so important to the story.
Movies / Notable People
Who is the Girl with the Pimple and Spiders in ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’?
Meet Natalie Ganzhorn, whose 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' experience involves two primal fears.
TV
Why ‘Mr. Mercedes’ Adapted Stephen King’s Books Out Of Order
'Mr. Mercedes' director Jack Bender and new villain Gabriel Ebert explain why season 3 of the show is actually based on the second book in Stephen King's trilogy.
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Are ‘Midsommar’ and ‘Hereditary’ Connected?
Directed by Ari Aster, 'Midsommar' is a film that got fans talking. Is this horror movie connected to A24's 'Hereditary'? Find out, here.
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Best Horror Movies on Netflix for People Who Hate Gore
Check out the best horror movies on Netflix that don't rely on gore for thrills. These films are suspenseful, unsettling, chilling, and well-written.
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What We Know About the Future of the ‘Conjuring’ Series After ‘The Nun’
What's next for the 'Conjuring' franchise after 'The Nun'? Here are all of the projects that are in development, including 'The Conjuring 3.'
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Hollywood Serial-Killer Movies That Are Actually Based on True Crimes
Truth is scarier than fiction. Some of the most popular Hollywood movies are actually based on real life crimes, including one of the most famous horror movies ever made!
