Horror movies about Satanists, werewolves, and stories about ghosts unfolding on the screen — there are ten horror movies that will turn your evening into a real nightmare, if you have a subscription to Shudder, of course.
1. The House of the Devil, 2009
Poor college student Samantha is in desperate need of money and agrees to work as a nanny in a creepy country house. The eccentric owner, Mr. Ulman, asks the girl to spend just one night with his elderly mother. However, it soon becomes clear that Samantha did not end up there by chance: she is being hunted by crazy cultists who want to use her in a devilish ritual.
The House of the Devil is the third feature film from Ti West, director of the acclaimed horror trilogy with Mia Goth that includes X, Pearl and MaXXXine.
2. Host, 2020
During the quarantine, several friends decide to hold a séance at Zoom.
1. The House of the Devil, 2009
Poor college student Samantha is in desperate need of money and agrees to work as a nanny in a creepy country house. The eccentric owner, Mr. Ulman, asks the girl to spend just one night with his elderly mother. However, it soon becomes clear that Samantha did not end up there by chance: she is being hunted by crazy cultists who want to use her in a devilish ritual.
The House of the Devil is the third feature film from Ti West, director of the acclaimed horror trilogy with Mia Goth that includes X, Pearl and MaXXXine.
2. Host, 2020
During the quarantine, several friends decide to hold a séance at Zoom.
- 6/6/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Last summer the world saw Talk to Me, a supernatural horror that followed a group of zoomers who find a mysterious hand and realize they can use it to enter other dimensions and contact spirits. The film became the highest-grossing horror ever made by A24, and we know this studio is famous for its remarkable genre’s gems.
The year of 2023 also offered a horror with a synopsis that is quite reminiscent of Talk to Me. Besides, it’s now conquering Prime’s global chart, holding the seventh place in it.
Its plot revolves around Ryan, an awkward teenage outcast, whose sister disappeared months earlier. He believes the reason for it is a social media challenge, based on an old urban legend that attracts recent high school graduates to take part in it.
The point of the ritual is that you need to enter an elevator and then, after using...
The year of 2023 also offered a horror with a synopsis that is quite reminiscent of Talk to Me. Besides, it’s now conquering Prime’s global chart, holding the seventh place in it.
Its plot revolves around Ryan, an awkward teenage outcast, whose sister disappeared months earlier. He believes the reason for it is a social media challenge, based on an old urban legend that attracts recent high school graduates to take part in it.
The point of the ritual is that you need to enter an elevator and then, after using...
- 5/28/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Exclusive: After six years as a manager at More/Medavoy, Stephen Belden is going it alone, having launched his own management and production company, Death Wish Entertainment.
“The dream,” Belden said, “has always been to work with a core group of clients that I absolutely adore as artists and as human beings and to be able to produce projects with and for those clients. With this company I get to focus on exactly that and I couldn’t be more excited.”
Belden explained that the name Death Wish is “a tongue-in-cheek nod to the fact that it’s harder than ever to be working in the entertainment industry right now,” underscoring at the same time that he “couldn’t be more optimistic about what the future holds for the up and coming generation of actors, writers, directors, and producers that I work with.”
Additionally, he expressed his gratitude to those at his former company.
“The dream,” Belden said, “has always been to work with a core group of clients that I absolutely adore as artists and as human beings and to be able to produce projects with and for those clients. With this company I get to focus on exactly that and I couldn’t be more excited.”
Belden explained that the name Death Wish is “a tongue-in-cheek nod to the fact that it’s harder than ever to be working in the entertainment industry right now,” underscoring at the same time that he “couldn’t be more optimistic about what the future holds for the up and coming generation of actors, writers, directors, and producers that I work with.”
Additionally, he expressed his gratitude to those at his former company.
- 4/10/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
As Screenlife storytelling transitions into the livestream era, movies like Michelle Iannantuono’s Livescreamers have me most excited. Early Screenlife films like Unfriended and The Den read like one-takers but are computer-set events like someone recorded their computer monitor or laptop screen. What Livescreamers offers — or examples like Spree, Deadstream, and #chadgetstheaxe — is the propulsive energy of a continuous stream devolving into chaos. Creators who put on celebrity identities face dreadful realities, not the protective online bubbles they’ve built where their antics draw millions of views. Livescreamers cherrypicks elements of Stay Alive, House on Haunted Hill, Unfriended, and cringy video game playthrough streams to create something horrifying that both sells its chills and comments on the vulnerable current state of livestream culture.
Low-budget restraints might hold back specific effects, and the film’s narrative throughline is a little wonky in spots, but what Iannantuono accomplishes comes from a place of authenticity.
Low-budget restraints might hold back specific effects, and the film’s narrative throughline is a little wonky in spots, but what Iannantuono accomplishes comes from a place of authenticity.
- 4/2/2024
- by Matt Donato
- bloody-disgusting.com
Late Night with the Devil is the most fun that I have had with a horror film in a hot minute. It really finds that space in the Venn diagram that encompasses popcorn horror, clever writing, and an innovative story. I love discovering movies like this. I would file Deadstream, The House of the Devil and Saint Maud on the same shelf. Not because they are similar in premise or tone, but more because of the experience I had watching them. It’s so fun to go into an indie horror film and discover something new. A story that hasn’t been told that isn’t part of a bigger franchise. I love higher budget, more mainstream horror, but it’s films like this that give us more of an opportunity to experience something unexpected. I love that.
The story takes place in the late 1970s. Jack Delroy (David Dasmtalchian...
The story takes place in the late 1970s. Jack Delroy (David Dasmtalchian...
- 3/22/2024
- by Emily von Seele
- DailyDead
Announcing one of the newest additions to Bloody Disgusting’s Bloody FM network! The Antiquarium of Sinister Happenings is a weekly anthology horror fiction podcast, brought to life as a full cast production.
Every week, join the antique dealer as he takes you through the shop’s collection, where every relic has a sordid and bizarre tale to tell. Each trip to the Antiquarium is framed with incredible theme music courtesy of The Newton Brothers, combining unique immersive elements including interactive magic and an ever evolving roster of actors and narrators: Jocelin Dohanue (House Of The Devil), Sara Paxton, Josh Ruben, Nils Frykdahl (Sleepytime Gorilla Museum), Devon Sawa, Scout Taylor Compton (Rob Zombie’s Halloween), Joseph Winter and Melanie Stone, Natalie Alyn Lind (Pet Sematary : Bloodlines), Addison Peacock (Nosleep) and more!
The latest episode, “As I Got On The Elevator, The Man Getting Off Whispered Something Strange To Me...
Every week, join the antique dealer as he takes you through the shop’s collection, where every relic has a sordid and bizarre tale to tell. Each trip to the Antiquarium is framed with incredible theme music courtesy of The Newton Brothers, combining unique immersive elements including interactive magic and an ever evolving roster of actors and narrators: Jocelin Dohanue (House Of The Devil), Sara Paxton, Josh Ruben, Nils Frykdahl (Sleepytime Gorilla Museum), Devon Sawa, Scout Taylor Compton (Rob Zombie’s Halloween), Joseph Winter and Melanie Stone, Natalie Alyn Lind (Pet Sematary : Bloodlines), Addison Peacock (Nosleep) and more!
The latest episode, “As I Got On The Elevator, The Man Getting Off Whispered Something Strange To Me...
- 12/1/2023
- by Lauren Shand
- bloody-disgusting.com
Stars: Mark Claney, Aimee Richardson, Dan Leith, Siobhan Kelly, Libby McBride, Jay Lowey, Antoinette Morelli, David Fleming | Written and Directed by Dominic O’Neill
Haunted Ulster Live is part homage to, and part parody of the BBC’s infamous Ghostwatch. For those unfamiliar with it, it was a 1992 Halloween special hosted by Michael Parkinson and presented as a live broadcast from a haunted house. Unfortunately, many viewers didn’t know it wasn’t the real thing and the BBC ended up fielding over 1,000,000 from concerned viewers. An early entry in the mockumentary/found footage genre it’s also the precursor of films like Kild TV, Deadstream, and The Cleansing Hour.
It’s Halloween night in 1998, TV veteran Gerry Burns and children’s TV presenter Michelle Kelly along with radio DJ Declan broadcasting live from the attic of an allegedly haunted house. They’re joined by the home’s owner Sarah, her daughter Rose,...
Haunted Ulster Live is part homage to, and part parody of the BBC’s infamous Ghostwatch. For those unfamiliar with it, it was a 1992 Halloween special hosted by Michael Parkinson and presented as a live broadcast from a haunted house. Unfortunately, many viewers didn’t know it wasn’t the real thing and the BBC ended up fielding over 1,000,000 from concerned viewers. An early entry in the mockumentary/found footage genre it’s also the precursor of films like Kild TV, Deadstream, and The Cleansing Hour.
It’s Halloween night in 1998, TV veteran Gerry Burns and children’s TV presenter Michelle Kelly along with radio DJ Declan broadcasting live from the attic of an allegedly haunted house. They’re joined by the home’s owner Sarah, her daughter Rose,...
- 11/7/2023
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
Deadstream Walmart Exclusive Steelbook Blu-Ray Available starting July 18, 2023 Bonus features will include: Audio Commentary with Writers/Directors Vanessa & Joseph Winter, Producer Jared Cook, and Actress Melanie Stone Deleted & Alternate Scenes Monsters & Makeup FX: Bringing Deadstream to Life On the Set of Deadstream Bloopers Daystream: Test Footage and Rehearsals The Cameras & …
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- 7/27/2023
- by Janel Spiegel
- Horror News
"As long as it gets lots of views, right?" Screambox has revealed their own official trailer for a Czech horror comedy cult favorite called Shoky & Morthy: Last Big Thing, made by a Czech filmmaker named Andy Fehu. After first premiering in Czechia at the 2021 Karlovy Vary Film Festival, it's finally getting released in the US - streaming on Bloody Disgusting's Screambox service. It's out now if you want to watch. Shoky and Morthy are best friends and successful YouTubers, but their fame is slowly beginning to fade. While Morthy would like to quit, Shoky comes up with ideas for making their videos more interesting - and bloodier. In the end, they set out for one "last big thing" that will save their channel and their disintegrating friendship. They're ready for a comeback with a bloody supernatural spectacular live from a haunted ruin. This reminds me of the other indie horror hit Deadstream,...
- 7/19/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Shudder‘s infectious found footage horror-comedy Deadstream finally heads home to Blu-ray today, with an exclusive SteelBook Blu-ray release now available at Walmart.
Even better news is that the release comes loaded with special features worthy of this funhouse horror-comedy debut. Take a peek at the limited SteelBook art below.
Deadstream follows a disgraced internet personality who attempts to win back his followers by livestreaming one night alone in a haunted house. But when he accidentally pisses off a vengeful spirit, his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.
Bonus Features will include:
Audio Commentary with Writers/Directors Vanessa & Joseph Winter, Producer Jared Cook, and Actress Melanie Stone Deleted & Alternate Scenes Monsters & Makeup FX: Bringing Deadstream to Life On the Set of Deadstream Bloopers Daystream: Test Footage and Rehearsals The Cameras & Lighting of Deadstream Sound Designing and Mixing Deadstream True Scary Stories from the Set of Deadstream...
Even better news is that the release comes loaded with special features worthy of this funhouse horror-comedy debut. Take a peek at the limited SteelBook art below.
Deadstream follows a disgraced internet personality who attempts to win back his followers by livestreaming one night alone in a haunted house. But when he accidentally pisses off a vengeful spirit, his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.
Bonus Features will include:
Audio Commentary with Writers/Directors Vanessa & Joseph Winter, Producer Jared Cook, and Actress Melanie Stone Deleted & Alternate Scenes Monsters & Makeup FX: Bringing Deadstream to Life On the Set of Deadstream Bloopers Daystream: Test Footage and Rehearsals The Cameras & Lighting of Deadstream Sound Designing and Mixing Deadstream True Scary Stories from the Set of Deadstream...
- 7/18/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Deadstream Walmart Exclusive Steelbook Blu-Ray Available starting July 18, 2023 Official Trailer Bonus features will include: Audio Commentary with Writers/Directors Vanessa & Joseph Winter, Producer Jared Cook, and Actress Melanie Stone Deleted & Alternate Scenes Monsters & Makeup FX: Bringing Deadstream to Life On the Set of Deadstream Bloopers Daystream: Test Footage and …
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- 7/8/2023
- by Janel Spiegel
- Horror News
Deadstream Walmart Exclusive Steelbook Blu-Ray Available starting July 18, 2023 Official Trailer Bonus features will include: Audio Commentary with Writers/Directors Vanessa & Joseph Winter, Producer Jared Cook, and Actress Melanie Stone Deleted & Alternate Scenes Monsters & Makeup FX: Bringing Deadstream to Life On the Set of Deadstream Bloopers Daystream: Test Footage and …
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- 6/16/2023
- by Janel Spiegel
- Horror News
Pollen: "After a senior coworker assaults a bright-eyed young woman, her dream job becomes a living nightmare as she tries to keep her career together while being tormented at work, at home, and in her dreams by a mysterious tree monster."
Directed by: Dw Medoff
Starring: Ava Rose Kinard, Tyler Buckingham, Ashley Ames, Bennett Welsh, Leanna Adams, Ian Covell, Riley Madison Fuller, Kristen Taylor, Sajid Chaudhary
Now available from Gravitas Ventures, Pollen is available on Amazon, AppleTV, GooglePlay, Vudu, Xfinity, Fios and most other VOD platforms.
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A Voice In Violet: "Philly Chick Pictures Releases A Voice In Violet Audio Drama Thriller Series Podcast From Writer & Director Curt Wiser And Producer Brooke Lewis Bellas With A Star-studded Cast Of Voices"
"Violet, a damaged singer whose dreams were shattered, headlines at The Driftwood, an infamous Hollywood club. The comfort of that stage is not enough when her traumatic past comes to visit.
Directed by: Dw Medoff
Starring: Ava Rose Kinard, Tyler Buckingham, Ashley Ames, Bennett Welsh, Leanna Adams, Ian Covell, Riley Madison Fuller, Kristen Taylor, Sajid Chaudhary
Now available from Gravitas Ventures, Pollen is available on Amazon, AppleTV, GooglePlay, Vudu, Xfinity, Fios and most other VOD platforms.
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A Voice In Violet: "Philly Chick Pictures Releases A Voice In Violet Audio Drama Thriller Series Podcast From Writer & Director Curt Wiser And Producer Brooke Lewis Bellas With A Star-studded Cast Of Voices"
"Violet, a damaged singer whose dreams were shattered, headlines at The Driftwood, an infamous Hollywood club. The comfort of that stage is not enough when her traumatic past comes to visit.
- 6/16/2023
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Shudder‘s infectious found footage horror-comedy Deadstream finally heads home to Blu-ray, including a Walmart Exclusive Steelbook, starting July 18, 2023.
Even better news is that the release comes loaded with special features worthy of this funhouse horror-comedy debut. Take a peek at the limited Steelbook and special features below.
Deadstream follows a disgraced internet personality who attempts to win back his followers by livestreaming one night alone in a haunted house. But when he accidentally pisses off a vengeful spirit, his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.
The feature directorial debut from husband-and-wife filmmaking couple Vanessa and Joseph Winter, who also share writing co-credits, premiered earlier at the 2022 SXSW Film Festival in the Midnight section to wild acclaim from audiences and critics. Joseph Winter also stars, alongside Melanie Stone and Jason K. Wixom.
The film is produced by Joseph and Vanessa Winters, alongside cinematographer Jared Cook and actress Melanie Stone,...
Even better news is that the release comes loaded with special features worthy of this funhouse horror-comedy debut. Take a peek at the limited Steelbook and special features below.
Deadstream follows a disgraced internet personality who attempts to win back his followers by livestreaming one night alone in a haunted house. But when he accidentally pisses off a vengeful spirit, his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.
The feature directorial debut from husband-and-wife filmmaking couple Vanessa and Joseph Winter, who also share writing co-credits, premiered earlier at the 2022 SXSW Film Festival in the Midnight section to wild acclaim from audiences and critics. Joseph Winter also stars, alongside Melanie Stone and Jason K. Wixom.
The film is produced by Joseph and Vanessa Winters, alongside cinematographer Jared Cook and actress Melanie Stone,...
- 6/14/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
After shattering streaming records over on Shudder last Halloween season, the Bloody Disgusting-produced V/H/S/99 is now available on DVD, Blu-ray and SteelBook today!
Special Features for the V/H/S/99 physical media release include a filmmaker audio commentary, New York Comic Con panel, deleted scenes, bloopers, and more.
We’re giving away Three Copies of the V/H/S/99 SteelBook Blu-ray over on @BDisgusting this week, and you can enter by clicking into the embedded contest tweet below!
Shudder Original Film V/H/S/99 — the fifth installment in Studio71’s blockbuster V/H/S film franchise and the second to premiere exclusively on Shudder since the streamer revived the franchise back in 2021 — debuted to record numbers in its opening weekend.
Through its first four days of release, the film registered 28% more unique viewers than the previous record holder, V/H/S/94, which premiered on Shudder in 2021. V/H/S/99 also accounted for nearly 22% of all on-demand streams on Shudder during...
Special Features for the V/H/S/99 physical media release include a filmmaker audio commentary, New York Comic Con panel, deleted scenes, bloopers, and more.
We’re giving away Three Copies of the V/H/S/99 SteelBook Blu-ray over on @BDisgusting this week, and you can enter by clicking into the embedded contest tweet below!
Shudder Original Film V/H/S/99 — the fifth installment in Studio71’s blockbuster V/H/S film franchise and the second to premiere exclusively on Shudder since the streamer revived the franchise back in 2021 — debuted to record numbers in its opening weekend.
Through its first four days of release, the film registered 28% more unique viewers than the previous record holder, V/H/S/94, which premiered on Shudder in 2021. V/H/S/99 also accounted for nearly 22% of all on-demand streams on Shudder during...
- 5/23/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Killer Collectibles highlights five of the most exciting new horror products announced each and every week, from toys and apparel to artwork, records, and much more.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
V/H/S/99 Blu-ray from Rlje Films
Produced by Bloody Disgusting, V/H/S/99 is going to Hell on Blu-ray and DVD on May 23 via Rlje Films. Pre-orders are only $14.99.
The fifth installment in the found footage horror franchise consists of five segments from directors Johannes Roberts (47 Meters Down), Vanessa & Joseph Winter (Deadstream), Maggie Levin (Into the Dark: My Valentine), Tyler MacIntyre (Tragedy Girls), and Flying Lotus (Kuso).
Special features include a filmmaker audio commentary, New York Comic Con panel, deleted scenes, bloopers, and more.
Bride of Chucky Vinyl Soundtrack from Enjoy the Ride Records
Bride of Chucky’s original motion picture soundtrack is available on vinyl for the first time for $40 via Enjoy the Ride Records.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
V/H/S/99 Blu-ray from Rlje Films
Produced by Bloody Disgusting, V/H/S/99 is going to Hell on Blu-ray and DVD on May 23 via Rlje Films. Pre-orders are only $14.99.
The fifth installment in the found footage horror franchise consists of five segments from directors Johannes Roberts (47 Meters Down), Vanessa & Joseph Winter (Deadstream), Maggie Levin (Into the Dark: My Valentine), Tyler MacIntyre (Tragedy Girls), and Flying Lotus (Kuso).
Special features include a filmmaker audio commentary, New York Comic Con panel, deleted scenes, bloopers, and more.
Bride of Chucky Vinyl Soundtrack from Enjoy the Ride Records
Bride of Chucky’s original motion picture soundtrack is available on vinyl for the first time for $40 via Enjoy the Ride Records.
- 4/7/2023
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
Horror’s technological evolution into Screenlife nightmares like Spree or Deadstream continues with Travis Bible’s #chadgetstheaxe, the latest skewer-happy examination of dangerous social media obsessions. It’s becoming a more challenging subgenre that requires intense authenticity in performances and digital details, especially since actual YouTubers are starting to become parodies of themselves. Bible and co-writer Kemerton Hargrove key into Logan Paul or Shane Dawson-type online personalities and their willingness to — for example — monetize videos that feature actual dead bodies. The attraction of infinite adoration from fanbases is too much for some to ignore, and #chadgetstheaxe is a fun-filled, sneaky-creepy reminder that sometimes internet superstardom isn’t worth the likes or attention.
The film starts by centering on “#Spicy” Steve (Michael Bonini), a likable-enough vlogger who teams up with mega-popular prankster Chad Ryan (Spencer Harrison Levin) for the ultimate video. Steve wants to prove he’s not a coward...
The film starts by centering on “#Spicy” Steve (Michael Bonini), a likable-enough vlogger who teams up with mega-popular prankster Chad Ryan (Spencer Harrison Levin) for the ultimate video. Steve wants to prove he’s not a coward...
- 3/28/2023
- by Matt Donato
- bloody-disgusting.com
Stars: Michael Bonini, Spencer Harrison Levin, Taneisha Figueroa | Written by Travis Bible, Kemerton Hargrove | Directed by Travis Bible
Found footage is So hard to get right. For every Blair Witch Project we get a myriad of direct-to-dvd (or streaming) shaky-cam horrors that substitute actual filmmaking and crafting real scares for cheap camerawork and a multitude of jump scares. However, in recent years there have been some standouts… Death of a Vlogger, Host, and most recently Deadstream. And now comes #chadgetstheaxe.
The film sees social media influencers Spicy Steve and Chad team up with a pair of beauty tip streamers to visit the supposedly haunted Devil’s Manor, the former home to a Satanic Cult. Things don’t go well. Soon they’re forced to wonder if it’s all a prank created by other streamers, by each other, or if there is something more sinister at hand… And as the violence ramps up…...
Found footage is So hard to get right. For every Blair Witch Project we get a myriad of direct-to-dvd (or streaming) shaky-cam horrors that substitute actual filmmaking and crafting real scares for cheap camerawork and a multitude of jump scares. However, in recent years there have been some standouts… Death of a Vlogger, Host, and most recently Deadstream. And now comes #chadgetstheaxe.
The film sees social media influencers Spicy Steve and Chad team up with a pair of beauty tip streamers to visit the supposedly haunted Devil’s Manor, the former home to a Satanic Cult. Things don’t go well. Soon they’re forced to wonder if it’s all a prank created by other streamers, by each other, or if there is something more sinister at hand… And as the violence ramps up…...
- 3/17/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
When you're unfortunate enough to love found footage horror movies, you find yourself sorting through a lot of garbage. You trawl through the depths of the Prime Video horror section, desperately searching for that one hidden gem, the movie that will restore your faith in the format, the movie that captures the unsettling reality of "The Blair Witch Project" or the slow-burn terror of "Paranormal Activity."
But because found footage horror — movies shot to look like they are existing "real" documents — can be produced with a couple bucks and some nearby woods, the ratio of good-to-bad is skewed, to put it mildly. If you're like me and love the inherent promise of the format so much that you're willing to wade through mountains of garbage to find the occasional diamond, it starts to become downright masochistic after awhile.
But then a movie like "Late Night With the Devil" rolls around and reminds you: oh yeah,...
But because found footage horror — movies shot to look like they are existing "real" documents — can be produced with a couple bucks and some nearby woods, the ratio of good-to-bad is skewed, to put it mildly. If you're like me and love the inherent promise of the format so much that you're willing to wade through mountains of garbage to find the occasional diamond, it starts to become downright masochistic after awhile.
But then a movie like "Late Night With the Devil" rolls around and reminds you: oh yeah,...
- 3/13/2023
- by Jacob Hall
- Slash Film
Killer Collectibles highlights five of the most exciting new horror products announced each and every week, from toys and apparel to artwork, records, and much more.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Cthulhu Plush Toys from Quantum Mechanix
Quantum Mechanix is summoning a pair of Cthulhu plush dolls in July. The one pictured on the left is part of Qreatures line. It sits 10” tall and costs $29.99. The other is part of the Zippermouth line. It’s 9.5” tall and costs $34.99. Unzip its mouth to reveal the elder god’s forked tongue devouring an ocean liner.
It Follows Print from Trevor Henderson
Friend of the site Trevor Henderson’s It Follows artwork brilliantly evokes the film’s eerie atmosphere. Giclee prints can be purchased in 8×12 for $15 and 12×18 for $20. Canvas prints, acrylic prints, metal prints, and cards are also available.
Deadstream Shirt from Fright-Rags
Deadstream was one of my favorite horror movies of last year,...
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Cthulhu Plush Toys from Quantum Mechanix
Quantum Mechanix is summoning a pair of Cthulhu plush dolls in July. The one pictured on the left is part of Qreatures line. It sits 10” tall and costs $29.99. The other is part of the Zippermouth line. It’s 9.5” tall and costs $34.99. Unzip its mouth to reveal the elder god’s forked tongue devouring an ocean liner.
It Follows Print from Trevor Henderson
Friend of the site Trevor Henderson’s It Follows artwork brilliantly evokes the film’s eerie atmosphere. Giclee prints can be purchased in 8×12 for $15 and 12×18 for $20. Canvas prints, acrylic prints, metal prints, and cards are also available.
Deadstream Shirt from Fright-Rags
Deadstream was one of my favorite horror movies of last year,...
- 2/24/2023
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
Have a bloody Valentine’s Day with Fright-Rags’ My Bloody Valentine collection! The horror merch company has created official trading cards, two T-shirts, and Harry Warden socks from the ’80s slasher.
My Bloody Valentine trading cards are available in single packs with nine movie cards and a sticker; factory boxes with 80 movie cards, two parallel cards, two stickers, and a checklist; and sealed boxes (limited to 320) with two full base sets, two full sticker sets, two full parallel sets, two checklists, one autograph card, and a printing plate.
They Live will invade Fright-Rags on February 15th in celebration of its 35th anniversary. John Carpenter’s prescient cult classic is receiving four new shirts, including a glow-in-the-dark design.
Also coming this month are shirts from Deadstream (February 21st), Elvira (February 24th), and an anniversary collection for a fan-favorite slasher sequel (February 28th).
Recent releases include an official design from Joe Bob...
My Bloody Valentine trading cards are available in single packs with nine movie cards and a sticker; factory boxes with 80 movie cards, two parallel cards, two stickers, and a checklist; and sealed boxes (limited to 320) with two full base sets, two full sticker sets, two full parallel sets, two checklists, one autograph card, and a printing plate.
They Live will invade Fright-Rags on February 15th in celebration of its 35th anniversary. John Carpenter’s prescient cult classic is receiving four new shirts, including a glow-in-the-dark design.
Also coming this month are shirts from Deadstream (February 21st), Elvira (February 24th), and an anniversary collection for a fan-favorite slasher sequel (February 28th).
Recent releases include an official design from Joe Bob...
- 2/14/2023
- by Peter 'Witchfinder' Hopkins
- Horror Asylum
The Fangoria Chainsaw Awards are back here in 2023, with Fangoria officially announcing the nominees and beginning the voting process this week. Unlike the Oscars, the Chainsaw Awards are voted on entirely by the fans, and now is your chance to let your voice be heard.
Fangoria previews, “This past year in horror has been an absolute feast of frights, and we are so excited to celebrate outstanding achievements in horror film and television with our 2023 Chainsaw Award nominations.”
“We shouldn’t be surprised at the lack of love horror received from mainstream awards this year, but 2022 was an embarrassment of riches for the horror fan, and to see none of it nominated by the bigger institutions was a bit of a shock. As ever, Fangoria is happy to pick up the slack,” Editor-in-Chief Phil Nobile Jr. said in a statement.
“The genre excellence on display in 2022 encompasses veterans and new voices,...
Fangoria previews, “This past year in horror has been an absolute feast of frights, and we are so excited to celebrate outstanding achievements in horror film and television with our 2023 Chainsaw Award nominations.”
“We shouldn’t be surprised at the lack of love horror received from mainstream awards this year, but 2022 was an embarrassment of riches for the horror fan, and to see none of it nominated by the bigger institutions was a bit of a shock. As ever, Fangoria is happy to pick up the slack,” Editor-in-Chief Phil Nobile Jr. said in a statement.
“The genre excellence on display in 2022 encompasses veterans and new voices,...
- 2/1/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
On Friday, Fangoria and Fangoria Studios released their 2023 Chainsaw Award nominations, which recognize outstanding achievements in horror film and television. First established in 1992, the Chainsaw Awards honor works and artists in a genre frequently overlooked by traditional organizations and critics groups. Past recipients include Wes Craven, George A. Romero, Lupita Nyong’o, Anthony Hopkins and Elisabeth Moss.
“Nope,” Jordan Peele’s follow-up to “Us,” received the most nominations of any film in Chainsaw Award contention, with 10 nominations including best wide release movie and best director. Other nominees include “Barbarian,” “Pearl,” “Hellraiser,” “Chucky” and “Yellowjackets.” Fangoria also introduced two new categories this year: Best Short and Best Cinematography.
Founded in 1979, Fangoria has become one of the most influential horror brands in the genre, living up to its moniker as “First in Fright.” At one time the only place on newsstands where fans could read about the world of contemporary horror, Fangoria...
“Nope,” Jordan Peele’s follow-up to “Us,” received the most nominations of any film in Chainsaw Award contention, with 10 nominations including best wide release movie and best director. Other nominees include “Barbarian,” “Pearl,” “Hellraiser,” “Chucky” and “Yellowjackets.” Fangoria also introduced two new categories this year: Best Short and Best Cinematography.
Founded in 1979, Fangoria has become one of the most influential horror brands in the genre, living up to its moniker as “First in Fright.” At one time the only place on newsstands where fans could read about the world of contemporary horror, Fangoria...
- 1/27/2023
- by Todd Gilchrist
- Variety Film + TV
While the concept of time seems more and more like a candy bar that I left in the car that eventually warps and melts into everything, there were still a lot of amazing horror movies, TV series, and experiences in 2022, and somehow I found the time to enjoy quite a lot of them. From two excellent film festivals to many amazing movie screenings to experiences that I’ll cherish in my horror-loving heart for the rest of my life, here are my reflections on some of my favorites of 2022:
Texas Chainsaw Massacre: It’s amazing to think that that we had a year when we got a new installment in the Hellraiser, Halloween, and Texas Chain Saw Massacre franchises, and it all started with this latest chapter in Leatherface’s saga. While I don’t gel with everything that happens in this film, I can’t deny that it...
Texas Chainsaw Massacre: It’s amazing to think that that we had a year when we got a new installment in the Hellraiser, Halloween, and Texas Chain Saw Massacre franchises, and it all started with this latest chapter in Leatherface’s saga. While I don’t gel with everything that happens in this film, I can’t deny that it...
- 1/10/2023
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
"Deadstream" is one of the best horror movies of 2022, one that gives the found footage genre a refreshing facelift — a Screenlife movie that feels purposeful. Directors Joseph and Vanessa Winter crafted a delightfully inventive, hilarious, spooky film that captures the essence of what Sam Raimi accomplished with "Evil Dead" but updated for modern times. As Matt Donato wrote in our review of "Deadstream," this is a "goofball, gross-out, grim-but-gleeful crowd pleaser."
The film follows man-baby buffoon Shawn Ruddy, a disgraced YouTuber trying to make a comeback by livestreaming his overnight stay at a haunted house — before realizing there may be actual ghosts in the house, which he upsets by being an insufferable idiot.
The film has a fantastic and painfully accurate portrayal of social media and the streamer landscape, from the way it mocks the fake apology videos of canceled YouTubers, to the dumb stunt videos and insufferable yet endlessly watchable personalities.
The film follows man-baby buffoon Shawn Ruddy, a disgraced YouTuber trying to make a comeback by livestreaming his overnight stay at a haunted house — before realizing there may be actual ghosts in the house, which he upsets by being an insufferable idiot.
The film has a fantastic and painfully accurate portrayal of social media and the streamer landscape, from the way it mocks the fake apology videos of canceled YouTubers, to the dumb stunt videos and insufferable yet endlessly watchable personalities.
- 1/9/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
On this episode of Daily Dead's official podcast, Corpse Club co-hosts Bryan Christopher, Derek Anderson, and Jonathan James discuss some of their favorite horror movies, TV series, and experiences from 2022, including Terrifier 2, Deadstream, Barbarian, the Resident Evil TV series, The Overlook Film Festival, Popcorn Frights, and more! After reflecting on 2022, the trio also look ahead to some of their most anticipated genre releases of 2023, from The Last of Us TV series and Evil Dead Rise to Renfield and The Last Voyage of the Demeter!
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Looking for more scary good Corpse Club content? Be sure to check out our Corpse Club website and memberships. Not only can you view past episodes, but you can also sign up to be an official Corpse Club member to enjoy a wide range of rewards, including a shirt and pin that are to die for, access to bonus content, and the ability to suggest an episode topic!
- 1/6/2023
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Happy New Year everyone, and welcome to my faves of ‘22. It’s become redundant to say “it was another great year” but goddammit I can’t lie: 2022 was loaded with quality horror, up and down the line, across all media.
This means as with every recent year, I have missed several releases – a few of the big ones, and several smaller yet intriguing entries. My frequent bouts of absenteeism this time around weren’t because of any bouts of laziness or writer’s malaise, but rather due to working on my first book, A Cut Below: A Celebration Of B Horror Movies, 1950s - 1980s, coming this year from McFarland Publishing! Twelve film festivals each housing essays on five films with a common theme. I can hardly wait to share it with the world. End of plug!
First off, I should state that I’m only going to discuss films...
This means as with every recent year, I have missed several releases – a few of the big ones, and several smaller yet intriguing entries. My frequent bouts of absenteeism this time around weren’t because of any bouts of laziness or writer’s malaise, but rather due to working on my first book, A Cut Below: A Celebration Of B Horror Movies, 1950s - 1980s, coming this year from McFarland Publishing! Twelve film festivals each housing essays on five films with a common theme. I can hardly wait to share it with the world. End of plug!
First off, I should state that I’m only going to discuss films...
- 1/5/2023
- by Scott Drebit
- DailyDead
2022: pretty rough year for humanity, pretty darn good year for film! I've yet to meet anyone who could survey the past 12 months and honestly claim they became better off because of them, but I have seen with my own two eyes that the movies were great. And maybe it was because the news headlines were bleak day-in and day-out, but I was pleasantly surprised that many of those great movies were pieces of pure entertainment, wide releases from major filmmakers that didn't just meet expectations, but surpassed them with grace and top-notch craft. When I sat down to assemble my top 10 list of 2022, I did not expect it to be so full of crowd-pleasing blockbusters, but anything else would've been a dishonest list. These were the movies I needed in 2022, and I'm glad they came into my life.
And before you ask: "Elvis," "Babylon," "Bones and All," and "Decision to Leave...
And before you ask: "Elvis," "Babylon," "Bones and All," and "Decision to Leave...
- 1/5/2023
- by Jacob Hall
- Slash Film
Happy New Year, Daily Dead readers! Today, I'm kicking off our annual "Favorites" series with my 2022 picks and you'll see favorites from other Daily Dead team members throughout the week. On this week's episode of Corpse Club, we'll also be discussing 2022 favorites and what we're looking forward to in the new year. Our favorites are a little different from a traditional "Best Of" list and our lists can include anything from movies and streaming shows to collectibles and events. In short, we’re sharing with you a list of our favorite horror experiences from 2022.
This year was interesting for me in that I truly felt I hit that tipping point where more was being released than I could possibly keep up on. If you stick to just watching movies, it's not impossible to check out every horror release, but when you add TV series, video games, and graphic novels, it becomes challenging.
This year was interesting for me in that I truly felt I hit that tipping point where more was being released than I could possibly keep up on. If you stick to just watching movies, it's not impossible to check out every horror release, but when you add TV series, video games, and graphic novels, it becomes challenging.
- 1/2/2023
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Every year around this time, millions express their desire to start anew. They set lofty goals and steel themselves with an unbreakable resolve to lose those stubborn extra pounds, break that bad habit, or learn that new skill. The determination to better themselves is unshakable. And then after a few weeks, most give up.
Well, never fear! I am here to help save you some time and effort with some horror films that will give you the best excuses to just forgo the New Year’s resolutions this year and live happily without the guilt of knowing you didn’t follow through. As Marion Crane told us in Psycho, “headaches are like resolutions—you forget them once they stop hurting.”
Every year, the top ten resolutions are about the same, so here is a countdown along with some movie suggestions to give you the excuses you know you want to...
Well, never fear! I am here to help save you some time and effort with some horror films that will give you the best excuses to just forgo the New Year’s resolutions this year and live happily without the guilt of knowing you didn’t follow through. As Marion Crane told us in Psycho, “headaches are like resolutions—you forget them once they stop hurting.”
Every year, the top ten resolutions are about the same, so here is a countdown along with some movie suggestions to give you the excuses you know you want to...
- 12/31/2022
- by Brian Keiper
- bloody-disgusting.com
Endless things draw us each to horror, scares ranking high among them. Luckily, fear takes many forms. The thrill of a well-crafted jump scare, visceral chills, or an atmospheric scene that instills deep-seated dread all keep us coming back for more—the year’s horror releases delivered on all fronts.
2022 offered several memorable scenes of unrelenting dread and spine-tingling chills. Scenes that stood out and sent shivers down our spines and occasionally tested our gag reflexes.
Here are the ten scariest scenes of the year.
The Black Phone – Gwen’s Whipping
(from left) Terrence Shaw (Jeremy Davies) and Gwen Shaw (Madeleine McGraw) in The Black Phone, directed by Scott Derrickson.
Ethan Hawke’s creepy turn as the Grabber, a child kidnapper and murderer, ensures Scott Derrickson’s latest is packed with dread and tension. Protagonist Finney Shaw (Mason Thames) coping with multiple interactions with the menacing Grabber and a slew...
2022 offered several memorable scenes of unrelenting dread and spine-tingling chills. Scenes that stood out and sent shivers down our spines and occasionally tested our gag reflexes.
Here are the ten scariest scenes of the year.
The Black Phone – Gwen’s Whipping
(from left) Terrence Shaw (Jeremy Davies) and Gwen Shaw (Madeleine McGraw) in The Black Phone, directed by Scott Derrickson.
Ethan Hawke’s creepy turn as the Grabber, a child kidnapper and murderer, ensures Scott Derrickson’s latest is packed with dread and tension. Protagonist Finney Shaw (Mason Thames) coping with multiple interactions with the menacing Grabber and a slew...
- 12/30/2022
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Click here to read the full article.
This year has been frightfully good for horror. As the box office recovers, 2022 continued to make it clear that the thing audiences are guaranteed to show up for, outside of Marvel movies, is horror movies. Some of the year’s biggest success stories, hottest new directors, and studio overhauls emerged from the horror business. From revitalized franchises (Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Scream and Hellraiser), originals (Men, Deadstream and The Menu), adaptations (The Black Phone, Bones and All) new takes on classic monsters (The Cursed, The Invitation) contemporary culture commentaries from more emerging voices in the genre (Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, Nanny, Umma and Watcher) and star-led vehicles like Beast and Day Shift, there was truly something for every horror fan. And even Marvel got in the game with Werewolf by Night.
Trends included the continued re-emergence of slasher movies, a renewed focused on romance in horror films,...
This year has been frightfully good for horror. As the box office recovers, 2022 continued to make it clear that the thing audiences are guaranteed to show up for, outside of Marvel movies, is horror movies. Some of the year’s biggest success stories, hottest new directors, and studio overhauls emerged from the horror business. From revitalized franchises (Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Scream and Hellraiser), originals (Men, Deadstream and The Menu), adaptations (The Black Phone, Bones and All) new takes on classic monsters (The Cursed, The Invitation) contemporary culture commentaries from more emerging voices in the genre (Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, Nanny, Umma and Watcher) and star-led vehicles like Beast and Day Shift, there was truly something for every horror fan. And even Marvel got in the game with Werewolf by Night.
Trends included the continued re-emergence of slasher movies, a renewed focused on romance in horror films,...
- 12/21/2022
- by Richard Newby
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Horror fans looking for something new to stream this October are in luck, as we’ve got the rundown of where to stream 79 horror movies from 2022.
The slasher “X” and “The Black Phone” with Ethan Hawke — which are both set in the ’70s — are now on streaming, as is Jordan Peele’s “Nope,” David Cronenberg’s “Crimes of the Future” and Rob Zombie’s take on classic ’60s sitcom “The Munsters.”
And you may have missed these foreign films: “The Innocents,” a Norwegian movie about children who misuse their supernatural powers; Austria’s “Luzifer,” which earned lead Franz Rogowski a Best Actor award at Fantastic Fest; Dutch folk horror film “Moloch;” “The Sadness,” an extreme body horror/zombie movie from Taiwan; “Saloum” from Senegal, which The Guardian called “slick gangster horror in wild west Africa;” and “Speak No Evil,” in which a get-together with a couple from Denmark and one...
The slasher “X” and “The Black Phone” with Ethan Hawke — which are both set in the ’70s — are now on streaming, as is Jordan Peele’s “Nope,” David Cronenberg’s “Crimes of the Future” and Rob Zombie’s take on classic ’60s sitcom “The Munsters.”
And you may have missed these foreign films: “The Innocents,” a Norwegian movie about children who misuse their supernatural powers; Austria’s “Luzifer,” which earned lead Franz Rogowski a Best Actor award at Fantastic Fest; Dutch folk horror film “Moloch;” “The Sadness,” an extreme body horror/zombie movie from Taiwan; “Saloum” from Senegal, which The Guardian called “slick gangster horror in wild west Africa;” and “Speak No Evil,” in which a get-together with a couple from Denmark and one...
- 11/25/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Produced by Bloody Disgusting, the hit found footage horror franchise is back with V/H/S/99, and the latest installment in the saga is Now Streaming exclusively on Shudder!
The latest installment in the franchise began streaming on October 20, and we’re happy report that V/H/S/99 has just broken a massive streaming record for Shudder.
Shudder Original Film V/H/S/99 — the fifth installment in Studio71’s blockbuster V/H/S film franchise and the second to premiere exclusively on Shudder since the streamer revived the franchise last year — debuted to record numbers in its opening weekend!
Through its first four days of release, the film registered 28 more unique viewers than the previous record holder, V/H/S/94, which premiered on Shudder in 2021. V/H/S/99 also accounted for nearly 22 of all on-demand streams on Shudder during the same time period and was AMC+’s #1 most watched movie of the weekend.
In V/H/S/99, a thirsty teenager’s home video leads...
The latest installment in the franchise began streaming on October 20, and we’re happy report that V/H/S/99 has just broken a massive streaming record for Shudder.
Shudder Original Film V/H/S/99 — the fifth installment in Studio71’s blockbuster V/H/S film franchise and the second to premiere exclusively on Shudder since the streamer revived the franchise last year — debuted to record numbers in its opening weekend!
Through its first four days of release, the film registered 28 more unique viewers than the previous record holder, V/H/S/94, which premiered on Shudder in 2021. V/H/S/99 also accounted for nearly 22 of all on-demand streams on Shudder during the same time period and was AMC+’s #1 most watched movie of the weekend.
In V/H/S/99, a thirsty teenager’s home video leads...
- 10/25/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The Cameras From The Horror-Comedy Deadstream Are Still Streaming, And You Can Watch Them Right Here
Warning: this article contains spoilers for "Deadstream."
Joseph and Vanessa Winter's "Deadstream" is a current front-runner for one of the best horror releases of 2022, boasting a perfect blend of horror, comedy, and found-footage elements as well as one of the scariest scenes of the year. The low-budget fan favorite centers on a disgraced YouTuber named Shawn Ruddy (Joseph Winter) who tries to redeem his soiled reputation by hosting a livestream in a haunted house and breaking every possible horror movie rule in an attempt to keep his sponsors happy, and his audience from clicking away.
Utilizing the new technology that's become standard for streamers, Ruddy installs 13 different cameras around the haunted house, including head-strap cameras to show his own Pov and a camera tied onto a spear to give the most Sam Raimi-esque camera movement possible. If the story of "Deadstream" is to be believed, Shawn Ruddy's cameras should theoretically still be rolling,...
Joseph and Vanessa Winter's "Deadstream" is a current front-runner for one of the best horror releases of 2022, boasting a perfect blend of horror, comedy, and found-footage elements as well as one of the scariest scenes of the year. The low-budget fan favorite centers on a disgraced YouTuber named Shawn Ruddy (Joseph Winter) who tries to redeem his soiled reputation by hosting a livestream in a haunted house and breaking every possible horror movie rule in an attempt to keep his sponsors happy, and his audience from clicking away.
Utilizing the new technology that's become standard for streamers, Ruddy installs 13 different cameras around the haunted house, including head-strap cameras to show his own Pov and a camera tied onto a spear to give the most Sam Raimi-esque camera movement possible. If the story of "Deadstream" is to be believed, Shawn Ruddy's cameras should theoretically still be rolling,...
- 10/24/2022
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
During the 31 days of Halloween, Shudder has a spooky lineup of frights for any horror fan and we recommend two movies for these chilly October nights.
Following the success of last year’s hit V/H/S/94 comes this year’s V/H/S/99.
V/H/S/99, which debuted at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival, premiered on Shudder on Thursday, October 20. The film features five new stories from filmmakers Maggie Levin (Into The Dark: My Valentine), Johannes Roberts, Flying Lotus (Kuso), Tyler MacIntyre (Tragedy Girls) and Joseph & Vanessa Winter (Deadstream).
V/H/S/99 harkens back to the final punk rock analog days of VHS, while taking one giant leap forward into the hellish new millennium.
V/H/S/99 – Photo Credit: Shudder
V/H/S/94 debuted to rave reviews from film critics, with The New York Times calling the film “a grisly, gory gem,” and a 90 certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. V/H/S/94 was the biggest movie premiere in Shudder history, setting a...
Following the success of last year’s hit V/H/S/94 comes this year’s V/H/S/99.
V/H/S/99, which debuted at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival, premiered on Shudder on Thursday, October 20. The film features five new stories from filmmakers Maggie Levin (Into The Dark: My Valentine), Johannes Roberts, Flying Lotus (Kuso), Tyler MacIntyre (Tragedy Girls) and Joseph & Vanessa Winter (Deadstream).
V/H/S/99 harkens back to the final punk rock analog days of VHS, while taking one giant leap forward into the hellish new millennium.
V/H/S/99 – Photo Credit: Shudder
V/H/S/94 debuted to rave reviews from film critics, with The New York Times calling the film “a grisly, gory gem,” and a 90 certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. V/H/S/94 was the biggest movie premiere in Shudder history, setting a...
- 10/24/2022
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
(Welcome to Scariest Scene Ever, a column dedicated to the most pulse-pounding moments in horror with your tour guides, horror experts Chris Evangelista and Matt Donato. In this edition, Matt tunes into the livestream from Hell that is "Deadstream.")
With so many streaming platforms and video-on-demand options, it's inevitable for can't-miss titles to slip through the cracks. Horror fans are eating well these days with services like Shudder and Scream Box catering catalogs of terror — but how are consumers supposed to stay on top of every little gem? Something like Joseph and Vanessa Winter's "Deadstream" deserves all the attention in the world, which you can watch for a monthly Shudder subscription that amounts to pocket change. To make sure "Deadstream" doesn't get lost in the Halloween shuffle, it's my selection this week — take the hint!
I've already given y'all a full review out of SXSW for "Deadstream," which took the Midnight category by storm.
With so many streaming platforms and video-on-demand options, it's inevitable for can't-miss titles to slip through the cracks. Horror fans are eating well these days with services like Shudder and Scream Box catering catalogs of terror — but how are consumers supposed to stay on top of every little gem? Something like Joseph and Vanessa Winter's "Deadstream" deserves all the attention in the world, which you can watch for a monthly Shudder subscription that amounts to pocket change. To make sure "Deadstream" doesn't get lost in the Halloween shuffle, it's my selection this week — take the hint!
I've already given y'all a full review out of SXSW for "Deadstream," which took the Midnight category by storm.
- 10/21/2022
- by Matt Donato
- Slash Film
Still in search of a costume for Halloween? It’s been a tremendous year for horror so far, including the return of horror icons Ghostface, Leatherface, Predator, and Pinhead. But it also means a broad range of new and contemporary characters that provide plenty of Halloween inspiration. Considering the holiday is just around the corner, we’re rounding up ten horror movies with unforgettable, scene-stealing characters worth dressing up as this Halloween.
We’ve got you covered if you’re looking for ideas beyond perennial horror favorites. Here are ten horror movies delivering fun and terrifying Halloween 2022 costume ideas!
Esther – Orphan: First Kill
All you need to pull off this costume is a ribbon around your neck, a dress, pigtails, and a whole lot of attitude. The little murderess captured the hearts of many in this prequel, especially when she embraced the camp. Bonus points if you weave Esther...
We’ve got you covered if you’re looking for ideas beyond perennial horror favorites. Here are ten horror movies delivering fun and terrifying Halloween 2022 costume ideas!
Esther – Orphan: First Kill
All you need to pull off this costume is a ribbon around your neck, a dress, pigtails, and a whole lot of attitude. The little murderess captured the hearts of many in this prequel, especially when she embraced the camp. Bonus points if you weave Esther...
- 10/20/2022
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Directors Joseph and Vanessa Winter made something special with "Deadstream," a thrilling and hilarious Pov horror film about a disgraced YouTuber desperately attempting to win back his audience by pulling the most ridiculous stunt imaginable. Joseph Winter stars as the fictional Shawn Ruddy, an insufferable online personality armed with all of the hot new technological gadgets viewers assume (and often demand) all creators utilize, who breaks into a notorious haunted house called Death Manor to livestream his overnight stay.
As this is a film starring a YouTuber-turned-streamer, Ruddy does just about everything a horror movie has taught us not to do in a haunted house, including destroying sacred items, performing a seance, reading Latin out loud, and talking wicked smack about the ghostly inhabitants as a means to keep his viewers interested. The comparisons to "The Evil Dead" and "Hell House LLC" are easy to make and not inaccurate, but...
As this is a film starring a YouTuber-turned-streamer, Ruddy does just about everything a horror movie has taught us not to do in a haunted house, including destroying sacred items, performing a seance, reading Latin out loud, and talking wicked smack about the ghostly inhabitants as a means to keep his viewers interested. The comparisons to "The Evil Dead" and "Hell House LLC" are easy to make and not inaccurate, but...
- 10/19/2022
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
We’re now more than halfway through October, but have no fear. The new horror releases for the Halloween season definitely aren’t slowing down these final two weeks of the month.
This week brings the Bloody Disgusting-produced found footage franchise V/H/S back with a brand new installment, for starters, along with Jordan Peele’s latest horror project.
Here’s all the new horror arriving October 18 – October 23, 2022!
We kick off the week with Well Go USA Entertainment’s coming-of-age horror-comedy The Loneliest Boy in the World, which was released on VOD platforms beginning today.
Starring Max Harwood (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie), The Loneliest Boy in the World is billed as a modern fairytale — except with zombies.
“When the sheltered and unsocialized Oliver (Harwood) is tasked with making new friends after the sudden and devastating death of his mother, he decides that digging a few up (literally) might be his best bet.
This week brings the Bloody Disgusting-produced found footage franchise V/H/S back with a brand new installment, for starters, along with Jordan Peele’s latest horror project.
Here’s all the new horror arriving October 18 – October 23, 2022!
We kick off the week with Well Go USA Entertainment’s coming-of-age horror-comedy The Loneliest Boy in the World, which was released on VOD platforms beginning today.
Starring Max Harwood (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie), The Loneliest Boy in the World is billed as a modern fairytale — except with zombies.
“When the sheltered and unsocialized Oliver (Harwood) is tasked with making new friends after the sudden and devastating death of his mother, he decides that digging a few up (literally) might be his best bet.
- 10/18/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Found footage filmmaking is now one of the pillars of the horror genre. This Halloween season, Joseph and Vanessa Winter are a filmmaking duo with not one, but two brand-new found footage horror films arriving on screens, with their directorial debut, “Deadstream,” and a segment in the recent anthology, “V/H/S/99.” And in this episode of The Playlist Podcast, I got the chance to speak with the directors about the literal blood, sweat, and tears that went into bringing these projects to life.
Continue reading Joseph & Vanessa Winter Talk ‘Deadstream,’ ‘V/H/S/99,’ The Struggles Of Making Indie Horror & More [The Playlist Podcast] at The Playlist.
Continue reading Joseph & Vanessa Winter Talk ‘Deadstream,’ ‘V/H/S/99,’ The Struggles Of Making Indie Horror & More [The Playlist Podcast] at The Playlist.
- 10/13/2022
- by Charles Barfield
- The Playlist
The V/H/S series is back with its fifth installment, bringing the horror, the crazy and the fun, all in one nice, neat little package. I love anthology horror, so I am always going to be down for a new group of filmmakers telling new stories. V/H/S/99 brings 5 new tales to the series, ranging from scary to gross to freaking insane.
Shredding: Written and directed by Maggie Levin, this piece focuses on a 20-somethings punk band. There is a local legend about a literal underground club where a ton of prominent acts used to play. One night, there was a fire and a stampede to get out, and the band onstage was killed in the rush for the door. Our intrepid group wants to sneak in and make a video of themselves playing on that storied stage. Which honestly, would be a pretty badass idea, if not for all of the...
Shredding: Written and directed by Maggie Levin, this piece focuses on a 20-somethings punk band. There is a local legend about a literal underground club where a ton of prominent acts used to play. One night, there was a fire and a stampede to get out, and the band onstage was killed in the rush for the door. Our intrepid group wants to sneak in and make a video of themselves playing on that storied stage. Which honestly, would be a pretty badass idea, if not for all of the...
- 10/9/2022
- by Emily von Seele
- DailyDead
Ahead of the streaming release of "V/H/S/99" this month, Shudder has announced the next installment of the franchise with "V/H/S/85." "Sinister" and "The Black Phone" director Scott Derrickson and "Hellraiser" and "The Night House" director David Bruckner will helm new segments in the found-footage anthology sequel along with Gigi Saul Guerrero ("Bingo Hell"), Natasha Kermani ("Lucky"), and Mike P. Nelson ("Wrong Turn"). Derrickson himself confirmed on Twitter that he has already filmed his segment for "V/H/S/85."
This will be the sixth movie in the main "V/H/S" series, after the original film and its first four sequels, "V/H/S/2," "V/H/S: Viral," "V/H/S/94," and "V/H/S/99." Since the VHS home video format hasn't exactly been in fashion in the 21st century, it makes sense that the series would go back in time to the 1980s with "V/H/S/85" rather than try and move forward into the 2000s.
This will be the sixth movie in the main "V/H/S" series, after the original film and its first four sequels, "V/H/S/2," "V/H/S: Viral," "V/H/S/94," and "V/H/S/99." Since the VHS home video format hasn't exactly been in fashion in the 21st century, it makes sense that the series would go back in time to the 1980s with "V/H/S/85" rather than try and move forward into the 2000s.
- 10/8/2022
- by Joshua Meyer
- Slash Film
It’s a Bloody Disgusting weekend between the release of Terrifier 2 and the announcement of V/H/S/85. Also on the plate is the official trailer for V/H/S/99, which is coming exclusively to Shudder on October 20, 2022!
In V/H/S/99, the follow-up to last year’s hugely successful V/H/S/94 – #HailRaatma – a thirsty teenager’s home video leads to a series of horrifying revelations.
V/H/S/99 harkens back to the final punk rock analog days of VHS while taking one giant leap forward into the hellish new millennium.
This one is larger than life, I promise…
Producers include Josh Goldbloom for Cinepocalypse, Brad Miska for Bloody Disgusting, David Bruckner (V/H/S, The Night House, Hellraiser), filmmaking collective Radio Silence (Chad Villella, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, & Tyler Gillett; Ready or Not, Scream), and James Harris.
V/H/S/99 is Executive Produced by Michael Schreiber & Adam Boorstin for Studio71.
As for the filmmakers, for the first time ever there are...
In V/H/S/99, the follow-up to last year’s hugely successful V/H/S/94 – #HailRaatma – a thirsty teenager’s home video leads to a series of horrifying revelations.
V/H/S/99 harkens back to the final punk rock analog days of VHS while taking one giant leap forward into the hellish new millennium.
This one is larger than life, I promise…
Producers include Josh Goldbloom for Cinepocalypse, Brad Miska for Bloody Disgusting, David Bruckner (V/H/S, The Night House, Hellraiser), filmmaking collective Radio Silence (Chad Villella, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, & Tyler Gillett; Ready or Not, Scream), and James Harris.
V/H/S/99 is Executive Produced by Michael Schreiber & Adam Boorstin for Studio71.
As for the filmmakers, for the first time ever there are...
- 10/8/2022
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
The latest installment of the V/H/S anthology horror franchise is nearly upon us. Shudder released a new trailer for V/H/S/99 during their recent panel at New York Comic-Con, which you can check out above!
The film will harken back “to the final punk rock analog days of VHS, while taking one giant leap forward into the hellish new millennium. In V/H/S/99, a thirsty teenager’s home video leads to a series of horrifying revelations.” The sequel will present a brand-new set of terrifying stories told through the grainy, analog glory of V/H/S tape from filmmakers Maggie Levin (Into The Dark: My Valentine), Johannes Roberts (Resident Evil: Welcome To Raccoon City), Flying Lotus (Kuso), Tyler MacIntyre (Tragedy Girls) and Joseph & Vanessa Winter (Deadstream)
Related V/H/S/99 Review (TIFF)
Anticipation is high for V/H/S/99 is high, especially as its predecessor became Shudder’s biggest movie premiere ever, with record-breaking viewership numbers. In a statement,...
The film will harken back “to the final punk rock analog days of VHS, while taking one giant leap forward into the hellish new millennium. In V/H/S/99, a thirsty teenager’s home video leads to a series of horrifying revelations.” The sequel will present a brand-new set of terrifying stories told through the grainy, analog glory of V/H/S tape from filmmakers Maggie Levin (Into The Dark: My Valentine), Johannes Roberts (Resident Evil: Welcome To Raccoon City), Flying Lotus (Kuso), Tyler MacIntyre (Tragedy Girls) and Joseph & Vanessa Winter (Deadstream)
Related V/H/S/99 Review (TIFF)
Anticipation is high for V/H/S/99 is high, especially as its predecessor became Shudder’s biggest movie premiere ever, with record-breaking viewership numbers. In a statement,...
- 10/7/2022
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
"Deadstream" is a found-footage horror movie for people who hate found-footage horror movies. For everything people take issue with and can't suspend disbelief for ("Why won't this idiot put the camera down?"), Joseph and Vanessa Winter's horror-comedy has those bases covered. The filmmakers place a streaming celebrity (played by Joseph) in a haunted house and give him plenty of reasons not to escape.
The married couple behind "Deadstream" wanted to make a do-it-yourself horror movie in the state of Utah. Although the Shudder release is fairly contained, it is hardly do-it-yourself. As the writers and directors behind the horror-comedy told us, the movie kept getting bigger, thanks to gnarly practical effects and perhaps a new, groundbreaking technique called "spear cam."
'I Think The Whole Time We Were Just Terrified That We Were Making A Movie With A Camera On One Guy's Face'
Congratulations on making a character who's unlikable...
The married couple behind "Deadstream" wanted to make a do-it-yourself horror movie in the state of Utah. Although the Shudder release is fairly contained, it is hardly do-it-yourself. As the writers and directors behind the horror-comedy told us, the movie kept getting bigger, thanks to gnarly practical effects and perhaps a new, groundbreaking technique called "spear cam."
'I Think The Whole Time We Were Just Terrified That We Were Making A Movie With A Camera On One Guy's Face'
Congratulations on making a character who's unlikable...
- 10/7/2022
- by Jack Giroux
- Slash Film
Plot: A disgraced internet personality attempts to win back his followers by live-streaming one night alone in a haunted house. But when he accidentally pisses off a vengeful spirit, his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.
Review: It’s really no surprise that Deadstream has been getting such high marks: it’s genuinely hysterical at times and downright frightening at others. I love the concept of someone putting themselves into a scary situation only to be shocked that something scary happens to them. There are so many different ways to do it, whether it’s with inbred hillbillies or vengeful ghosts, that it really allows the mystery to play out for quite some time. And that’s where the fun really begins.
Shawn Ruddy (Winter) is a disgraced Youtuber who is trying to make a huge comeback by spending time in a haunted house. And don’t worry,...
Review: It’s really no surprise that Deadstream has been getting such high marks: it’s genuinely hysterical at times and downright frightening at others. I love the concept of someone putting themselves into a scary situation only to be shocked that something scary happens to them. There are so many different ways to do it, whether it’s with inbred hillbillies or vengeful ghosts, that it really allows the mystery to play out for quite some time. And that’s where the fun really begins.
Shawn Ruddy (Winter) is a disgraced Youtuber who is trying to make a huge comeback by spending time in a haunted house. And don’t worry,...
- 10/7/2022
- by Tyler Nichols
- JoBlo.com
Joseph Winter as Shawn Ruddy in Deadstream. Photo Credit: Shudder.
Deadstream is a little comedy horror flick that looks as if it were made on the cheap (which it probably was) but which turns its limited budget into an asset. Joseph Winter wrote and directed with wife, Vanessa Winter, and stars as an internet celeb named Shawn Ruddy who’s made a living by putting himself in danger. In each episode, he faces one of his fears for fun and profit. Apparently, that kept food on the table until he went too far in one adventure and lost his sponsors in disgrace. For his comeback after a six-month exile, he chooses to live-stream his night alone in a reputedly haunted house. That makes up the entire movie.
On the plus side, Winter makes this more visually interesting than most of the hand-held camera productions flooding screens ever since The Blair Witch Project,...
Deadstream is a little comedy horror flick that looks as if it were made on the cheap (which it probably was) but which turns its limited budget into an asset. Joseph Winter wrote and directed with wife, Vanessa Winter, and stars as an internet celeb named Shawn Ruddy who’s made a living by putting himself in danger. In each episode, he faces one of his fears for fun and profit. Apparently, that kept food on the table until he went too far in one adventure and lost his sponsors in disgrace. For his comeback after a six-month exile, he chooses to live-stream his night alone in a reputedly haunted house. That makes up the entire movie.
On the plus side, Winter makes this more visually interesting than most of the hand-held camera productions flooding screens ever since The Blair Witch Project,...
- 10/6/2022
- by Mark Glass
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Stars: Joseph Winter, Melanie Stone, Jason K. Wixom, Pat Barnett | Written and Directed by Joseph Winter, Vanessa Winter
Deadstream sees co-director Joseph Winter star as disgraced YouTube celebrity Shawn Ruddy, who will do anything to reclaim his influencer infamy. So he locks himself inside the reportedly haunted Death Manor that once belonged to lovesick 1800s poet Mildred Pratt. As Shawn breaks every horror movie rule for follower spikes, he accidentally angers a vengeful spirit and his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.
The Winters, Joseph and Vanessa, get the entire YouTube/streamer personality schtick Perfect… From the over the top behaviour, the constant plugging of merch, the no-shame attitude, and the fake and shallow nature of influencer culture, everything about Deadstream‘s protagonist Shawn is Incredibly on the nose – even down to the fawning “apology” he makes to his audience following behaviour that got him cancelled.
Deadstream sees co-director Joseph Winter star as disgraced YouTube celebrity Shawn Ruddy, who will do anything to reclaim his influencer infamy. So he locks himself inside the reportedly haunted Death Manor that once belonged to lovesick 1800s poet Mildred Pratt. As Shawn breaks every horror movie rule for follower spikes, he accidentally angers a vengeful spirit and his big comeback event becomes a real-time fight for his life.
The Winters, Joseph and Vanessa, get the entire YouTube/streamer personality schtick Perfect… From the over the top behaviour, the constant plugging of merch, the no-shame attitude, and the fake and shallow nature of influencer culture, everything about Deadstream‘s protagonist Shawn is Incredibly on the nose – even down to the fawning “apology” he makes to his audience following behaviour that got him cancelled.
- 10/4/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Happy Halloween, and welcome to horror’s peak busy season! It’s officially that time of year again when everyone embraces the genre. This year may even be busier than most with the densely packed lineup of Halloween programming on streaming.
This month brings an insane lineup of new releases and exclusive horror streaming titles, but we’ve narrowed it down to some notable highlights.
Here are 13 noteworthy horror titles available for streaming in October 2022 on some of the most popular streaming services, along with when/where you can watch them.
Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II – Screambox – October 1
Leviathan from ‘Hellbound: Hellraiser II’ (1988)
Need to brush up on your Hellraiser knowledge? Dig into this robust doc that uncovers the history and the making of Clive Barker’s Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II films. It’s so expansive that you’ll likely want to break this up into multiple viewings.
This month brings an insane lineup of new releases and exclusive horror streaming titles, but we’ve narrowed it down to some notable highlights.
Here are 13 noteworthy horror titles available for streaming in October 2022 on some of the most popular streaming services, along with when/where you can watch them.
Leviathan: The Story of Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II – Screambox – October 1
Leviathan from ‘Hellbound: Hellraiser II’ (1988)
Need to brush up on your Hellraiser knowledge? Dig into this robust doc that uncovers the history and the making of Clive Barker’s Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II films. It’s so expansive that you’ll likely want to break this up into multiple viewings.
- 9/30/2022
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
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