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Saturday, February 21, 2026

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Adam Wingard No Longer Directing ‘Face/Off’ Sequel

Adam Wingard exited Paramount’s Face/Off sequel last summer; script co-written with Simon Barrett; project open for new directors; Wingard directing A24’s Onslaught; not attached to Godzilla x Kong: Supernova.

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Laurence Fishburne Joins Scarlett Johansson in ‘The Exorcist’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Laurence Fishburne joins Blumhouse-Atomic Monster’s The Exorcist reboot starring Scarlett Johansson; Mike Flanagan directing and writing; production in NYC; theatrical release March 2027 by Universal.

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Stage 32, Evoke Entertainment Team To Fast-Track Emerging Rom-Com Writers With Contest

Stage 32 and Evoke Entertainment launch rom-com screenwriting contest; submissions open Feb; winner fast-tracked to development and packaging; Evoke produced rom-coms for Netflix, Tubi, Hallmark.

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‘American Psycho’ Author Bret Easton Ellis Says Major Stars “Have Turned Down” Patrick Bateman Role

Luca Guadagnino directing new American Psycho adaptation for Lionsgate; Scott Z. Burns wrote new draft; major stars declined Patrick Bateman role; Frenesy Films producing; no resemblance to 2000 film.

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‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2’ Moves Into Late Summer 2027

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 delayed to Aug 13, 2027; first film grossed $118.7M domestic on $43M five-day start; Jeff Rowe returns to direct; Seth Rogen producing; faces competition from Warner Bros and Universal-Blumhouse.

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UK-Ireland box office preview: ‘Cold Storage’ and ‘The Moment’ lead new releases

UK/Ireland weekend releases include Studiocanal’s sci-fi thriller Cold Storage starring Liam Neeson and Joe Keery; Universal’s Charli XCX mockumentary The Moment; Lionsgate’s prison drama Wasteman; Gore Verbinski’s Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die also opens.

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Department M reportedly targets stake in Neon

Department M, founded by Mike Larocca and Michael Schaefer, seeks major stake in Neon, which has 18 Oscar nominations this season; Neon open to investment; Department M produced 2025 horror remake 'The Hand That Rocks The Cradle' starring Maika Monroe.

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3 Years After Killing the Franchise, Blumhouse's Hated Horror Reboot Is a Quiet Streaming Hit

Streaming success for Blumhouse reboot despite franchise backlash; no budget or platform specifics.

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Blumhouse's Adaptation of Gaming's Most Popular Horror Franchise Conjures Up the Perfect Writers

Blumhouse secured writers with credits on The Conjuring and Crawl for Dead by Daylight adaptation; project in early development.

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A24 Film Further Topples Massive 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' Record as Oscars Approach

A24’s 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' continues to break box office records ahead of Oscars; impacts studio’s market position.

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Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme becomes A24’s highest-grossing film ever

Josh Safdie’s 'Marty Supreme' sets new box office record for A24; details on gross figures and release window not provided.

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Here’s Everything Coming to SHUDDER in March 2026

March 2026 Shudder slate includes new horror and thriller titles; lineup details pending.

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‘THE FAMILY BUSINESS’ Deranged Horror Blood Fest Crashes VOD And TUBI In February

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Blumhouse Television Taps Abbey Morris As SVP Development & Programming

Abbey Morris appointed SVP Development & Programming at Blumhouse Television; will oversee scripted slate including Prime Video’s Scarpetta; former EP on Umbrella Academy S4.

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'Obsession' Gets Defined By Teaser Poster; Trailer Tomorrow

Obsession, written and directed by Curry Barker, releases May 15 via Focus Features and Blumhouse; premiered at TIFF 2023, won People’s Choice at Sitges; stars Michael Johnston and Andy Richter.

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Preview: Blood is Everything in Inventive Horror FPS Video Game CRISOL: THEATER OF IDOLS

Blumhouse Games collaborates with Vermila Studios on a single-player FPS blending supernatural horror and Spanish folklore; gameplay integrates narrative via 'Blood Memories' without cutscenes.

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Blumhouse-Atomic Monster Names Sam Zimmerman SVP Development & Acquisitions

Oversees feature films budgeted $2-8M, liaises between merged entities since January 2024, reports to Blumhouse and Atomic Monster presidents, works with Divide/Conquer overall deal, remains New York-based.

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‘Paranormal Activity 8’ From Paramount, Blumhouse & Atomic Monster Gets Early Summer 2027 Release Date

Paramount schedules Paranormal Activity 8 for May 21, 2027; co-financed with Blumhouse-Atomic Monster; Ian Tuason directing; producers include James Wan, Jason Blum, Oren Peli; franchise grossed $900M+ globally.

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Bruce Willis' Forgotten Crime Thriller With an 'Equalizer' Icon Locks in a New Streaming Home

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MILEY CYRUS: SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL

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Wolf Man: Leigh Whannell admits “some people won’t like” his monster because they love th...

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Vegas Wave: How 80s Aesthetics and Synthwave Reclaimed the Neon Trend in Modern Cinema

Explores resurgence of 1980s synthwave and Neon visuals influencing contemporary filmmaking.

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Netflix Taps ‘Crawl’ Director Alexandre Aja for ‘Under Paris’ Sequel

Netflix re-engages Alexandre Aja to direct sequel to successful horror film; sequel greenlit with production timeline pending; original film was a major Netflix hit.

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Shudder Loads Up on Lionsgate Classics for March!

Shudder acquiring classic horror titles from Lionsgate for March streaming lineup.

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Stephen King’s Forgotten ‘90s Horror Movie Is About To Leave Tubi and Stop Streaming

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Naomi Grace Combats Sexism On The Football Field In Tubi Original Film 'Gridiron Grind'

Original film addressing gender discrimination in sports, featuring Naomi Grace in the lead role.

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SHREDDED: Platinum Dunes Invites Horror Fans to Feel The Burn in Upcoming Horror Flick

Platinum Dunes inviting horror fans to upcoming gym-themed horror; 'Shredded' title; marketing ramp-up stage.

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New On Tubi February 2026

Listing of new titles arriving on Tubi in February 2026; no specific horror or genre project details provided.

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Charli XCX Praises Kylie Jenner’s Performance in Satirical A24 Film ‘The Moment’

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Sons of the Neon Night leads 2026 Hong Kong Film Awards nominations

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Oscars 2026: Neon Makes History In International Film Category With Record Nominations

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Jordan Peele

General biographical entry on Jordan Peele; no new production or deal information.

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Peacock Celebrates Early Success of ‘The ‘Burbs’

Peacock’s horror-comedy series achieved nearly 1 billion viewing minutes since February 8 premiere; highest Day 1 minutes for any Peacock original in 2026; 8 episodes; stars Keke Palmer and Jack Whitehall; suburban setting with deadly secrets.

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‘The Lost Boys’ Broadway Musical Posters Spotlight the Return of the ’80s Vampires

Broadway adaptation of 1987 vampire horror classic announced with official posters; cast includes Ali; stage musical format.

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‘Salvation’ Review: Mystical Visions, Folkloric Superstitions and Political Alarmism Combine to Unsettling Effect in Anatomy of a Massacre

Emin Alper’s Salvation, a slow-burn Turkish drama blending mysticism and political allegory about inter-clan conflict and genocide, screened in Berlinale Competition; explores nationalist rhetoric and survivalist panic.

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BFI-backed Gatecrashers lab for working-class genre writers unveils cohort

BFI-backed Gatecrashers lab launches for working-class UK genre writers; inaugural cohort includes Brit List and BFI London Film Festival talent; program offers residencies and pitch showcase; aims to increase class diversity in genre writing.

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‘Sad Girlz’ Wins Berlin Generation Crystal Bear

Fernanda Tovar’s debut Sad Girlz won Berlin Generation Crystal Bear for youth-focused drama addressing sexual violence and friendship; Alpha Violet handling world sales.

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‘Oh My God, They’re Ruining the Show’

David Lynch and Mark Frost reflect on narrative challenges post-murder reveal in Twin Peaks; show’s momentum affected by network demands; insights into production pressures during season two.

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This New Zombie Movie Does Not Shy Away From Dark Themes

New zombie film with dark thematic elements; no production or distribution details disclosed.

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Godzilla and Kong Attack Hollywood in Epic Kaiju Drone Show to Promote ‘Monarch’ Season 2! [Video]

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A Great African Director Makes a Triumphant Return

Mahamat-Saleh Haroun’s new film Soumsoum premiered at Berlin; blends magical realism with social themes; director known for Cannes and Venice award-winning works; coming-of-age narrative.

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‘Four Minus Three’ Wins Europa Cinemas Prize

Adrian Goiginger’s Four Minus Three, about a clown’s tragic loss, won Europa Cinemas Label at Berlinale Panorama; Beta Cinema handling international sales; film to receive promotional support across 3,200 European screens.

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8 Best Miniseries Everyone Has Been Sleeping On

Curated list of overlooked miniseries including mystery, comedy, and horror genres; no specific deals or studios mentioned.

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Starfleet Academy's First Gay Klingon Has The Support Of Star Trek Legend George Takei

Episode seven of Starfleet Academy features first canonically queer Klingon; character is a healer; supported by George Takei; available on Paramount+.

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I've Been Reading Comics My Entire Life. Marvel And DC Aren't The Best Shared Universes, And It's Not Even Close

Dark Horse Comics' 'Hellboy' universe offers a richly developed supernatural shared universe rivaling Marvel and DC; includes multiple spin-offs and diverse characters across decades.

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Film'Obsession' Gets Defined By Teaser Poster; Trailer Tomorrow — Entity WebsiteDeals & GreenlightsHorror & Genre NewsFestivals & LabsMarket & TrendsTrailers & First Looks · just now Read

Obsession, written and directed by Curry Barker, releases May 15 via Focus Features and Blumhouse; premiered at TIFF 2023, won People’s Choice at Sitges; stars Michael Johnston and Andy Richter.

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