horror films

A new film adaptation of the Resident Evil video game franchise is bringing its horror survival experience to the big screen. Coverage highlights how the movie translates the game's tense, monster-filled atmosphere for cinema audiences, adding to the long-running series of adaptations of Capcom's iconic survival horror property.

A classic horror video game is reportedly being developed into a movie reboot, with coverage framing it as an alternative to the well-known 'Resident Evil' franchise. The report suggests studios are continuing to mine retro horror games for film adaptations, following the box-office success of other game-to-movie projects. Details on which game is involved and who is producing remain limited.

Kristen Stewart has been cast as a haunted clairvoyant in the upcoming film 'Spiritual World'. The news, reported by horror outlet iHorror, is drawing attention from fans of the actor and the horror genre, with many curious about her move into supernatural territory and what the role will involve.

The Conjuring horror franchise is officially expanding with a new installment. Details about the project's plot, cast, and release date have not yet been announced, but the news has drawn attention from horror fans who have followed the series' previous films and spin-offs.

A new sequel in the Halloween franchise, made without John Carpenter's involvement as director, has officially become the number one movie in the world. The film's performance at the global box office is drawing attention, with discussion focused on how the horror franchise continues without its original creator behind the camera, and whether audiences still embrace the series in this new form.

Night Wars, a low-budget horror film released on March 1, 1988, follows two Vietnam veterans whose nightmares about the war become so realistic that they sustain real injuries and bring physical objects back from their dreams. The pair eventually arm themselves and enter the dream world to confront what is haunting them, blending war trauma with supernatural horror.

A film widely regarded as one of the most influential in horror history has officially become available to stream for free, according to an entertainment news report. The move gives audiences no-cost access to a landmark of the genre, and fans of horror are likely discussing which classic it is and where to watch it.

The free streaming service Tubi is developing an original horror movie based on R.L. Stine's 'Afraid of Clowns', Variety reports exclusively. Stine, best known for the 'Goosebumps' franchise, continues to adapt his extensive catalog for film and television, with the clowns theme fitting horror's renewed interest in clown imagery.

Producer Carter Swan, known for his work on the Resident Evil film adaptations, is developing a movie based on The Crying Boy, a comic book series from publisher Keenspot. The project moves the horror-tinged comic to the big screen, adding another video game and comics adaptation to Swan's slate as Hollywood continues mining genre comics for film properties.

Neon is developing an SCP Foundation movie that will use an open-source production model, positioning it against A24's own project based on the popular collaborative horror fiction universe. The move has drawn attention because the SCP Foundation is a crowdsourced creative property, and an open-source approach could reshape how studios adapt community-owned stories for film.

Rising actress Chase Infiniti has been cast as the lead in 'Portrait of God', a horror film produced by Dylan Clark for Lionsgate. The project marks another high-profile step for Infiniti following her breakout work, with Dylan Clark Productions, the company behind hits like the 'Halloween' reboot, backing the feature.

Rue Morgue has published a rundown of eight video game adaptations that it says genuinely delivered scares, covering horror films and shows based on games. The list argues that while most game-to-screen translations fall flat, a handful have succeeded in capturing the tension and dread of their source material. Horror fans are sharing and debating which adaptations belong on the list.

Filmmaker Robert Eggers has shelved another horror project after 'Werwulf', saying it became 'so dark' that it could not move forward. The director, known for 'The Witch' and 'The Lighthouse', has a history of uncompromising, atmospheric horror, and the report suggests the project's tone crossed a line even for his standards.

Film studio Neon has announced it will produce an SCP movie under the collaborative fiction project's open Creative Commons licensing, following criticism of A24's SCP-related project. Fans accused A24 of mishandling the community-driven horror universe's license terms, sparking debate over how studios should treat open-source creative works. Neon says its film will comply fully with the SCP Foundation's sharing requirements.

Norwegian director Joachim Rønning, known for 'Kon-Tiki' and Disney's 'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil', is set to direct an original horror movie titled 'System' for Spooky Pictures and Image Nation Abu Dhabi's studios. The project pairs the adventure-film filmmaker with a horror genre switch, and the industry is taking note of the collaboration between the two production companies.

Rising actress Chase Infiniti has joined the cast of 'Portrait Of God', a horror film produced by Dylan Clark, as the project moves to Lionsgate. The casting news was reported by Deadline, marking a notable next step for the young performer following her breakout work and for the studio as it adds the thriller to its slate.

A Los Angeles Times commentary argues that theeco-horror genre no longer feels far-fetched, pointing to real-world examples such as disease-carrying mosquitoes, rabid bats and increasing bear attacks. The piece links these unsettling events to climate change, which is shifting habitats and expanding the range of pests and wildlife encounters, making fears once confined to film and fiction feel increasingly grounded in daily life.

A new television review of Carrie is circulating, revisiting the adaptation of Stephen King's debut novel about a telekinetic high school outcast. The review assesses how the horror classic holds up for today's audiences, touching on its performances and its lasting place in the genre. Discussion of Carrie continues as the story remains a fixture of film and television talk.

A roundup of the best spooky titles arriving on streaming platforms this October highlights horror films and series coming to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and other services. The guide curates releases for viewers looking to get into the Halloween spirit, covering a mix of new films and shows available across major platforms throughout the month.

A24 is developing a television series adaptation of 'Near Dark', Kathryn Bigelow's 1987 vampire western that has long been considered a cult classic. The studio behind 'Euphoria' and other prestige titles is taking on one of the most acclaimed horror films of the 1980s, directed by the Oscar-winning filmmaker. Horror fans are reacting to the news, with debate over whether the film's gritty, sun-scorched take on vampires can be successfully expanded for television.