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Friday, February 20, 2026

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LEE CRONIN RETURNS WITH TWISTED TAKE ON CLASSIC HORROR IN THE MUMMY

Cronin returns with twisted reinterpretation of classic horror IP; New Line backing; marketing campaign underway; film blends traditional horror with modern sensibilities.

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JT Mollner’s ‘Skeletons’ Sells To Sony For Whopping $25M — Brie Larson to Star [Updated]

Acquired for $25 million; Mollner directing confirmed.

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Platinum Dunes Announces New Horror Feature ‘Shredded’

Title revealed; release schedule pending.

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Mike Flanagan’s ‘Carrie’ Series Eyes October Release

Boulderlight Pictures producing Mike Flanagan's adaptation of 'Carrie' as a series targeting October release; streaming platform undisclosed.

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Zach Cregger’s RESIDENT EVIL Movie Promises a “Roller Coaster Ride of Nonstop Action”

Zach Cregger directing new Resident Evil film; promises high-octane nonstop action; fresh story unrelated to previous entries; $80M budget.

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Mike Flanagan and Stephen King Reunite for a New Film Adaptation of THE MIST at Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. confirmed as distributor; Flanagan and King collaborating again; project in early stages; expected theatrical release.

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Found Footage Turns into Terror When ‘Bodycam’ Hits Shudder on Friday the 13th!

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‘Face/Off 2’ In Jeopardy As Director Adam Wingard Exits

Wingard exits sequel directing; project status uncertain; potential impact on studio plans.

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‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ Zach Lipovsky & Adam B. Stein To Direct Animated ‘Venom’ Movie For Sony

Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to direct Sony’s animated Venom film; Amy Pascal, Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach producing; Tom Hardy expected to return; no writer attached yet; Lipovsky and Stein recently directed Final Destination: Bloodlines ($317M global); also co-writing new Gremlins movie.

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‘Mistletoe Murders’ Renewed For Season 3 By Hallmark Media

Hallmark Media renews Mistletoe Murders for Season 3; production starts later this year; premieres during Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas; stars Sarah Drew and Peter Mooney; Lionsgate Canada and Headspinner Productions producing; Lionsgate Television handles international distribution.

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‘Leprechaun’ on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital Steelbook

Ignite Films and Eagle Rock Pictures releasing 4K UHD restoration of Bride of Re-Animator June 11, 2026; four editions including limited box set with collectible; restoration announced at Cannes Marché du Film; prior Saturn Award winner for Re-Animator 40th Anniversary.

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Blumhouse and The Conjuring writer team up for Dead by Daylight horror movie

Blumhouse teams with 'The Conjuring' writer to develop 'Dead by Daylight' horror film adaptation; project in early development with Blumhouse producing.

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This A24 Movie Just Became the Highest-Grossing Film in the Studio’s History

A24 film sets new studio box office record; title unspecified; indicates strong genre or crossover appeal.

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A24's big acquisition out of this year's Sundance, the Olivia Wilde directed and starring sexy relationship comedy, The Invite, will be opening limited on June 26, Read more below.

Olivia Wilde directs and stars in Sundance-acquired A24 comedy 'The Invite'; limited theatrical release June 26; no horror elements.

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Glen Powell Teams Up with A24 for a Groundbreaking Texas Chainsaw Horror Series

Early development stage; Glen Powell involved; no release date or platform announced.

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CANEX Creations backs Nigerian film 'Clarissa' as NEON secures global distribution

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Lionsgate To Release The Paul Feig Thriller 'The Housemaid' On 4K UHD Blu-Ray This March

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BAFTAs to stream live on Lionsgate Play in PH

Lionsgate Play PH streaming live BAFTA awards; no genre-specific content.

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Why Midnight Mass Couldn't Be Made Today, According To Creator Mike Flanagan

Mike Flanagan discusses creative and production challenges of 'Midnight Mass' in current industry climate; Boulderlight Pictures.

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Scarlett Johansson’s new ‘Exorcist’ film from director Mike Flanagan set for 2027 release

Boulderlight Pictures producing; Flanagan directing and co-writing; Scarlett Johansson starring; scheduled for 2027 theatrical release; Blumhouse not mentioned but Flanagan's frequent collaborator.

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Mike Flanagan’s Stephen King Streak Continues with 'The Mist' Adaptation

Adds to Flanagan’s Stephen King adaptation streak following successes; project expected to attract genre fans; no budget or release date disclosed.

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Available Now On Tubi: ‘HAUNTERS OF THE SILENCE’

New horror film available on Tubi; streaming release; potential for audience expansion on AVOD platform.

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Ari Aster’s Eddington is an Ambitious but Ill-Conceived Mess -

Ari Aster’s latest film 'Eddington' reviewed negatively; ambitious folk horror; no distributor or release date announced.

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Blumhouse's Upgrade TV Show Is Happening with Original Director Leigh Whannell

Blumhouse producing TV adaptation of 'Upgrade' with Leigh Whannell returning as director; series greenlit; production imminent.

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SMILE 2 by Parker Finn, Naomi Scott confronts the curse on Paramount+

Sequel in development for streaming platform Paramount+ starring Naomi Scott.

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10 Best A24 Movies That Aren't Horror, Ranked

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URBAN RESEARCH x A24 Launch Marty Supreme Collection in Japan

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NEON acquires global rights to “Clarissa”

Worldwide distribution rights obtained; further details undisclosed.

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For Your (Re)Consideration: 10 Years Later, Robert Eggers' The Witch Shows Some Cracks

Critical reassessment of 'The Witch' after 10 years highlighting some narrative and pacing flaws.

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Mind-bending folk horror “Keeper” gets a 4K/Blu-ray combo release from NEON absent any special features.

4K/Blu-ray release of folk horror film 'Keeper' by Neon; no bonus content included; physical media push for genre fans.

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Lionsgate’s Giant Snake Movie ‘Titan’ Retitled to ‘Boiúna: Legend of the Amazon’

Title change for giant snake horror project; suggests Amazonian folklore theme; Lionsgate production.

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‘South West High’ From Jalen Rose & Tom Gores’ Same Page Entertainment Sets Launch On Tubi

Same Page Entertainment producing original series 'South West High' launching on Tubi; no genre specified.

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Danishka Esterhazy’s Tubi Original ‘MATCH’ (2025) – Movie Review

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Stephen King's Reaction To Mike Flanagan's Finished Dark Tower Season 1 Scripts Revealed

King praised scripts for first season; series development status remains unclear.

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A Rom-Com Slasher That Means It: Josh Ruben and Chris Landon on ‘Heart Eyes’

Romantic comedy slasher hybrid; Chris Landon producing; Josh Ruben directing; project in development; indie horror-comedy niche.

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Under Paris 2: Alexandre Aja to helm sequel to one of Netflix’s biggest hits

Netflix original; production and release scheduled for 2024.

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‘Plane 2’ No Longer In Development At Lionsgate

Lionsgate cancels development of ‘Plane 2’; project shelved, no genre or horror connection confirmed.

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Sandra Stern to Depart as Lionsgate TV Group Vice Chairman After 40-Year Executive Career

Four-decade executive tenure ending; potential impact on programming strategy.

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10 Best Movies That Are Under 70 Minutes Long, Ranked

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Taron Egerton, James Cameron, Danny Philippou round out Tropfest jury

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Hide Your Gold — Leprechaun getting a 4K release from Lionsgate

Classic horror franchise getting 4K remaster release; Lionsgate handling distribution.

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Imaginary Box Office Has Best Week 2 Drop For Blumhouse Horror Movie Since M3GAN

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Odessa A’zion Pulls Out of A24 Film ‘Deep Cuts’ After Casting Backlash: “I Hadn’t Read the Book”

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‘Horrorscope’: ‘Pennyworth’s Harriet Slater Latest To Join Horror Pic From Screen Gems, Alloy Entertainment

Harriet Slater cast; production active; release date unknown.

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Lionsgate's 'The Housemaid' Makes No. 1 Debut on Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart

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Mike Flanagan’s Most Divisive Netflix Horror Series Is Aging Well

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Shudder Picks Up Psychological Horror Movie ‘Hellcat’ For 2026 Release

Scheduled for 2026 debut; original intellectual property; independent production; exclusive streaming on Shudder.

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Honey Bunch – Review | Shudder Genre-Bending Thriller

Shudder original blending genres; critical review highlights unique tone and narrative style; potential cult appeal.

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An Overlooked 2025 Horror Gem Just Arrived on Shudder

2025 horror title newly available on Shudder; described as overlooked gem; potential for increased viewership and critical reassessment.

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‘KISSING IS THE EASY PART’: TUBI ADAPTS ANOTHER CHARMING ROMANCE

Tubi adapting a romance titled 'Kissing Is The Easy Part'; no horror or genre elements indicated.

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THE FLOOD: First Plot And Character Details For Zach Cregger's Stalled Creature Feature Revealed

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AMC+, Shudder, Acorn TV and HIDIVE: best new shows & films streaming March 2026

March 2026 streaming slate includes Shudder horror titles; multi-platform release highlights; curated genre picks.

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Eli Roth, Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way & QC Entertainment Team On Jessica Chandler’s Exposé Film ‘Death Boom’

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Why Film Studio Lionsgate has Appointed its First AI Chief

Studio appoints AI chief to integrate technology in film production and distribution.

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Netflix’s Stephen King Horror Is The Perfect Watch Before Mike Flanagan’s New Remake

Contextual piece linking Netflix Stephen King horror to Flanagan's upcoming remake; no new deal or production info; likely referencing Carrie or The Mist projects.

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Shudder March 2026 Schedule Announced

Shudder announced its March 2026 programming schedule; includes horror and thriller titles; no specific film or series details provided.

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Blue Fox Acquires Two Tubi Originals ‘Summer’s Last Resort’ & ‘Buzzkill’ — EFM

Blue Fox acquired two Tubi Originals titles, 'Summer’s Last Resort' and 'Buzzkill', at European Film Market; distribution deal for free streaming originals.

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Mike Flanagan doesn't have to do ALL of the Stephen King adaptations

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Zach Cregger’s Next Film Is Allegedly ‘Flood’?

Creature feature titled 'Flood' reportedly next project for Zach Cregger; currently stalled; plot and character details emerging.

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Alex Garland & U.S. Navy Seal Ray Mendoza’s A24 Film ‘Warfare’ Is “Unfiltered And Unflinching And Just Truthful”

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Daniel Kaluuya Sets A24 Thriller "Hotel"

Daniel Kaluuya attached to star in A24 thriller 'Hotel'; project in development; no budget or release date disclosed.

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Connor Storrie in Talks for A24 High School Reunion Comedy ‘Peaked’

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Berlin Hidden Gem: Indonesian Auteur Edwin Takes a Cue from Jordan Peele for Anti-Capitalist Horror-Comedy ‘Sleep No More’

Produced by Monkeypaw; screened at Berlin festival.

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Mike Flanagan Is Directing Another Stephen King Movie, But A Perfect Version Already Exists

Discussion of Flanagan directing another Stephen King adaptation despite existing acclaimed versions; no new production or deal info.

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Tubi Debuts HBCU Film Hub, Spotlighting Black Student Filmmakers, For Black History Month

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Tubi Becomes the New Cartoon Network Next Month

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An Underrated 2000s Animated Movie and Its Sequel Just Joined Tubi (But Time Is Running Out To Watch Them)

Two 2000s animated movies and their sequels recently added to Tubi with limited viewing window; no horror relevance.

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Tubi showcases HBCU talent in new film collection launch

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The movie Jordan Peele is thrilled he never made: “I’m glad I didn’t do it”

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Laura Dern, Simone Ashley, Levon Hawke, Mitra Jouhari & Gabby Windey Join A24 Comedy ‘Peaked’

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Marty Supreme x JOOLA Table Tennis Table Brings A24’s Film to the Court

Marketing collaboration involving A24 film and table tennis brand; no production or genre details.

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The 15 best Blumhouse horror movies ranked

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'Brat' at Berlinale: what's behind the neon green posters?

Coverage of Berlinale film 'Brat' with Neon green marketing; no horror or genre details provided.

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Neve Campbell Explains How Sidney’s ‘Scream 7’ Motherhood Arc Is “Full-Circle” Moment

Scream 7 releases Feb 27; Neve Campbell returns as Sidney Prescott, now a mother; storyline explores trauma and healing related to her mother’s murder; returning cast includes Scott Foley, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Matthew Lillard; new cast members announced.

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Iconic Stephen King Sci-Fi Horror Officially Getting Second Remake After 10-Part Series' Cancellation

Following cancellation of a 10-episode series adaptation, a second remake of Stephen King’s sci-fi horror is underway; new film version in early stages; no attached talent or release details.

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Friday, February 20 – These 11 New Horror Movies Released This Week

Screambox exclusive retro 1980s-style slasher Blood Barn tops platform’s streaming chart; $4.99 digital rental on Prime Video; practical effects-driven; directed by Gabriel Bernini.

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‘Absolute Batman’ Goes Full-On Body Horror and Twists Poison Ivy Into a Horror Icon

Scott Snyder reinvents Batman in horror-infused Absolute Batman series exploring Gotham as a layered, nightmarish underworld; heavy horror elements and reworked origins.

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True Ghost Stories: Season One Brings the World’s Largest Paranormal Investigation to VOD This March

BayView Entertainment releasing 12-episode paranormal investigation series on VOD in March 2026; features global independent teams collaborating on largest paranormal unit assembled.

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‘The Gates’ Trailer: Algee Smith, Keith Powers, And Mason Gooding Attempt To Survive Behind Closed Walls

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‘The Burbs’ Starring Keke Palmer Is a Streaming Hit for Peacock

Peacock’s reboot of Joe Dante’s cult suburban horror comedy starring Keke Palmer has generated nearly 1 billion viewing minutes since Feb 8 premiere.

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Challenge a God’s Gravity in Horror Platformer ‘LOVE ETERNAL’, Now on PC and Consoles [Trailer]

LOVE ETERNAL horror platformer released on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC; developed by brlka, published by Ysbryd Games known for WORLD OF HORROR.

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ComicsPRO Exclusive: SHP Comics Acquires Worldwide English-Language Rights to Joan Boix’s GRANDES DE LO MACABRO (TALES OF THE MACABRE)

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Taylor Schilling To Headline ‘What The Dead Know’ NBC Drama Pilot From Wolf Entertainment

NBC pilot What The Dead Know, a crime procedural based on medical examiner Barbara Butcher’s memoir, stars Taylor Schilling as death investigator Ava Ledger; Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television producing; Fred Berner directing; Schilling repped by Gersh, Untitled, Goodman Genow.

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The Dystopian Sci-Fi That Inspired a 4-Part TV Series Is a Shock Free Streaming Hit

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‘Scream’ Murder Documentary Released on Hulu

Ryan Coogler’s blues-infused vampire film Sinners has 16 Oscar nominations and sold-out screenings; supernatural elements integral to blues mythology; cast includes Michael B. Jordan, Wunmi Mosaku, Delroy Lindo; genre approach described as instinctive.

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Making an Indie Multiverse: With ‘Redux Redux,’ Three Siblings Spent 10 Years on a Violent, Emotional Revenge Movie Without a Marvel Budget

Indie revenge film 'Redux Redux' released via Saban Films; 10-year production by siblings Kevin and Matthew McManus; stars Michaela McManus performing own stunts; multiverse-themed violent drama with limited budget.

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Invertigo will trap Inde Navarrette on a rollercoaster

Focus Features to release Obsession May 15, 2026; Inde Navarrette signed for thriller Invertigo directed by Matthias Hoene; filming starts this month across Thailand, US, UK; producers include Capstone and Tea Shop.

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THE WITCH’s Legacy: 10 Years Of Impact On Modern Horror

Analysis of 'The Witch' impact on modern horror over a decade; credited with revitalizing folk horror subgenre.

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The Batman Part II and Man of Tomorrow get exciting filming updates while rumors stir about The Batman Part III

The Batman Part II expected to begin filming late May; Matt Reeves finalizing script amid scheduling challenges; James Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow to start filming soon for July 2027 release.

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Build Your Legacy: Michael Joy Announces Specialized Personal Branding for Horror Actors and Creators

Marketing Macabre expanding 2026 services to offer personal branding and PR management tailored for horror actors, writers, directors, and podcasters; founder Michael Joy targeting independent genre professionals.

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‘Crawl 2’ – Sam Raimi Provides an Update on the New York City-Set Sequel

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Undertone Star Says the Film is Scarier Than She Expected

Lead actress comments on unexpected scariness of A24 horror film; no release or production specifics.

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Harry Melling on Approaching ‘Pillion’ With ‘No Fear,’ Learning How to Lick Boots and Watching Sex Scene Outtakes: ‘It Looked Hilarious’

Harry Melling leads BDSM-themed romance 'Pillion' by Harry Lighton; explores character's sexual awakening; film integrates explicit scenes as narrative devices; Melling discusses approach to challenging material.

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Stream 2 Has a Title, a Cast, and Q from Impractical Joker

Duplicate or near-duplicate of article 4 about Ryan Coogler’s Sinners; no new production or deal details.

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Blood In the Bleak Midwinter: The Satanic Horror of February

Analysis of Satanic horror’s thematic resonance in February’s cold, bleak atmosphere; seasonal genre trend commentary.

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Straight Through The Heart: Movies Where Love Turns Dangerous

Overview of horror couples whose love is intertwined with violence; references Speak No Evil, Child’s Play, and Scream; no new production or deal info.

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FilmChallenge a God’s Gravity in Horror Platformer ‘LOVE ETERNAL’, Now on PC and Consoles [Trailer] — Bloody DisgustingHorror & Genre NewsMarket & TrendsTrailers & First Looks · 5h ago Read

LOVE ETERNAL horror platformer released on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC; developed by brlka, published by Ysbryd Games known for WORLD OF HORROR.

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