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<p>Helmed by Christophe Gans, who directed the original 2006 film, this new chapter promises to deliver the eerie atmosphere and psychological terror that made the series a cult favorite. Whether you are a longtime fan or a newcomer, <strong>the nightmare is about to begin.</strong></p>



<h2>When Is the New Silent Hill Movie Coming Out?</h2>



<p>After years of rumors and quiet development, “Return to Silent Hill” finally has a release date. The third part in the “Silent Hill” film series <strong>will hit theaters across the U.S. on January 23, 2026</strong>, distributed by Cineverse.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250618_SPEN_70571_SILENT1-1024x576_246dee1e.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70575" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/18164223/SILENT1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Jeremy Irvine in “Return to Silent Hill” (Source: IMDb)</figcaption></figure>



<p>Loosely based on the acclaimed video game “Silent Hill 2,” the picture follows James Sunderland, played by Jeremy Irvine, <strong>as he returns to the haunted town in search of his lost love.</strong> Hannah Emily Anderson will portray Mary, while Evie Templeton has been confirmed as Laura, a key figure in the game’s emotionally layered storyline. </p>



<p>The plot centers on James receiving a mysterious letter from his presumed-dead partner, pulling him back into the fog-choked town of Silent Hill. As he navigates the twisted streets and faces disturbing creatures, <strong>James is forced to confront not only supernatural threats but the fragile limits of his own sanity.</strong> </p>



<p>Despite production delays, <strong>Gans revealed in early 2025 that the movie was completed just days before his interview.</strong> Shot across Serbia and Germany, including locations like Munich and Lake Ammer, the flick is set to offer a visually rich and haunting return to one of horror gaming’s most iconic settings.</p>

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<p>When “Psycho” premiered on June 16, 1960, audiences had never seen anything like it. <strong>Alfred Hitchcock’s black and white thriller broke every rule in the book,</strong> killing off its star early, showing shocking violence, and diving deep into psychological horror in a way that was unheard of at the time.</p>



<p>More than six decades later, “Psycho” is not just a classic. It is a foundation of modern horror, with its influence echoing through everything from low-budget slashers to elevated psychological thrillers. <strong>These 10 films owe a debt to Hitchcock’s masterpiece.</strong></p>



<h2>Halloween (1978)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho1-1024x576_22c0dc80.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70526" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180545/Psycho1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>John Carpenter has never been shy about the influence of “Psycho” on “Halloween,” even casting Janet Leigh’s daughter, Jamie Lee Curtis, in the lead role. The film mirrors Psycho’s minimalist score, point-of-view shots, and theme of evil lurking in everyday places. Carpenter’s masked killer Michael Myers, like Norman Bates, is both terrifying and enigmatic—silent, repressed, and lethal.</p>



<h2>The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho2-1024x576_09400709.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70527" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16180915/Psycho2.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>Tobe Hooper’s grim nightmare shares the same sense of implication and restraint found in “Psycho”. While far more graphic in tone, it creates dread through suggestion and silence. Leatherface, like Norman, is shaped by isolation, disturbing family dynamics, and a house that seems alive with secrets.</p>



<h2>Dressed to Kill (1980)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho3-1024x576_7f026c18.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70528" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16181726/Psycho3.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>Brian De Palma’s stylish thriller pays direct homage to “Psycho” by killing off a central character midway and echoing themes of voyeurism and repressed identity. Instead of hiding his influences, De Palma modernizes them with his signature visual flair and controversial twists.</p>



<h2>Friday the 13th (1980)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho4-1024x576_2d55587f.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70529" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182004/Psycho4.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>This iconic slasher hides its killer until the end, just as Hitchcock did. Pamela Voorhees’s murderous rampage is rooted in a disturbing maternal bond, closely mirroring the twisted emotional core explored in “Psycho”.</p>



<h2>The Silence of the Lambs (1991)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho5-1024x576_95df88a0.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70530" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182228/Psycho5.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>Buffalo Bill carries clear echoes of Norman Bates, from his troubled relationship with identity to the eerie domestic setting he inhabits. While Hannibal Lecter commands the spotlight, the film’s deeper horror is rooted in the psychological complexity that “Psycho” first introduced to mainstream audiences.</p>



<h2>Scream (1996)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho6-1024x576_c1ccc395.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70531" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16182448/Psycho6.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>Wes Craven’s horror classic opens with the shocking death of its most famous actress, a direct nod to “Psycho”. Like Hitchcock’s film, it plays with audience expectations, blending suspense with sudden violence to keep viewers constantly off-balance.</p>



<h2>Hereditary (2018)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho7-1024x576_d782ab23.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70532" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16183014/Psycho7.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>Ari Aster’s debut film uses grief, family trauma, and a deeply disturbing narrative structure to create lasting unease. Its early plot twists and psychological focus are clear descendants of what Hitchcock achieved with “Psycho”.</p>



<h2>American Psycho (2000)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho8-1024x576_fc10f4c1.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70535" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185223/Psycho8.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>Though satirical and set in a very different world, this film shares thematic DNA with Hitchcock’s classic. Patrick Bateman, like Norman Bates, is a man hiding his psychosis behind a carefully constructed persona, revealing horror through repression and control.</p>



<h2>Maniac (1980)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho9-1024x576_2ce27e61.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70536" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16185515/Psycho9.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>William Lustig’s character study follows a deranged killer in New York who speaks to mannequins as if they were his mother. The film takes the fractured-mind motif introduced in “Psycho” and cranks it up to disturbing new levels. Like Norman Bates, the main character is both pitiful and terrifying, driven by unresolved trauma linked to a domineering maternal figure.</p>



<h2>The Eyes of My Mother (2016)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250616_SPEN_70524_Psycho10-1024x576_eae66da5.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70537" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/16190958/Psycho10.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>Nicolas Pesce’s black-and-white debut channels the eerie quiet and psychological isolation that made “Psycho” so haunting. Its minimalist dialogue, sparse setting, and fixation on familial trauma echo Hitchcock’s method of using silence and space to build tension. The lead character’s chilling calmness in the face of horrific acts recalls Norman’s unnerving duality.</p>

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<p>Few stories have haunted the holiday season quite like “A Christmas Carol.” Since Charles Dickens first penned the tale in 1843, the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge from bitter miser to humbled soul <strong>has remained one of literature’s most enduring redemptions. </strong></p>



<p><strong>The story has been reimagined across generations</strong>, from Alastair Sim’s chilling 1951 portrayal to Bill Murray’s sardonic take in “Scrooged,” and even Robert Zemeckis’ eerie animated version starring Jim Carrey. Each adaptation offers its own glimpse into the ghosts that haunt us all.</p>



<p>Now, a new version is beginning to take shape, <strong>this time guided by the distinct vision of Robert Eggers.</strong> Known for his atmospheric and historically grounded films like “The Witch,” “The Lighthouse,” and the “Nosferatu,” Eggers may be the first filmmaker to truly lean into the gothic horror that pulses beneath Dickens’ original text.</p>



<h2>Inside the Dark New Vision for ‘A Christmas Carol’</h2>



<p>Robert Eggers appears to be setting his sights on a new frontier: Victorian London. Sources close to the early development phase reveal that the filmmaker is in talks to bring his singular sensibility<strong> to a new adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” for Warner Bros. </strong></p>



<p>While the project is still in its earliest stages, <strong>Eggers is said to be considering Willem Dafoe for the role of Scrooge,</strong> continuing a creative partnership that has spanned several atmospheric and genre-defying films.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250612_SPEN_70396_Willem2-1024x576_a011a3e0.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70400" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/11201026/Willem2.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Robert Eggers and Willem Dafoe attend the after party for the Los Angeles premiere of “The Northman” at The TCL Chinese Theatre on April 18, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<p>Eggers and Dafoe first worked together on the critically acclaimed “The Lighthouse,” where Dafoe’s weathered, monologue-heavy performance drew widespread praise. Since then, Dafoe has appeared in supporting roles in Eggers’ “The Northman” and the recently released “Nosferatu,” a surprise box office success that earned multiple Oscar nominations and solidified Eggers’ reputation as a modern master of moody, period-driven cinema. While Dafoe has not officially signed on, <strong>his presence feels almost inevitable given the duo’s history.</strong></p>



<p>If it moves forward, <strong>this would mark Eggers’ first time directing a feature for Warner Bros.,</strong> following his collaborations with A24 and Focus Features. Before tackling Dickens, however, Eggers is expected to complete “Werwulf,” a separate project currently lined up at Focus. </p>



<p>For now, “A Christmas Carol” remains in development—but with Eggers at the helm and Dafoe in the wings, this holiday tale could take on an entirely new life, <strong>steeped in shadows and psychological unease.</strong></p>

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<p>Being one of the most popular genres,<strong> horror is notoriously difficult to master,</strong> especially when it comes to staying in the cultural conversation months after release. That challenge becomes even greater for films made outside Hollywood. While genre fans often celebrate international horror, only a few titles manage to break through and earn a place among the all-time greats.</p>



<p>One director who has defied those odds is Argentine filmmaker <strong>Demian Rugna. </strong>He first shook the horror world with “Terrified,” a chilling tale of paranormal investigators confronting a series of strange events in a Buenos Aires neighborhood. The flick traveled far beyond Argentina’s borders and earned widespread acclaim, particularly in the United States. <strong>Yet Rugna’s greatest triumph was still to come.</strong></p>



<p>In 2023, Rugna released “When Evil Lurks” in collaboration with Shudder, the streaming platform dedicated to horror cinema. <strong>The picture won the top prize at Sitges and captured the attention of critics and audiences worldwide.</strong> Named the best horror movie of the year by outlets such as Rotten Tomatoes and major entertainment magazines, the story of two brothers who discover a demon-infected man about to give birth to pure evil mesmerized viewers everywhere. And it seems like it will continue to do so!</p>



<h2>When Evil Lurks 2: Director Demian Rugna Says Sequel Script Is Ready</h2>



<p>Since “When Evil Lurks” hit theaters, Demian Rugna was constantly asked whether the movie would get a sequel. For a long time, <strong>he neither confirmed nor dismissed the idea</strong>, keeping it in a vague “we will see.” </p>



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<p>However, during a recent interview with Gelatina, an Argentine streaming channel, the filmmaker finally revealed that plans for a second installment are well underway. “<strong>I’ve already written the sequel.</strong> We’re just waiting for the funding to come through. The studio wants to move forward, everything is in place. I just need to make a few script revisions,” Rugna stated.</p>



<p>While he did not specify which production company he is referring to,<strong> it is most likely Shudder</strong>, the one that co-produced the original picture alongside Aramos Cine and Machaco Films. If that is the case, “When Evil Lurks 2” is poised to make a significant impact in the United States, both in theaters and on Shudder’s platform.</p>



<p>The next steps of the continuation remains a mystery, as the 2023 flick ends with the protagonist, Pedro, stumbling outside, collapsing, and wailing after being defeated by the evil that drives the story. Still, <strong>fans can trust Rugna to deliver another gripping experience.</strong> Until then, it is the perfect time to revisit “When Evil Lurks” and “Terrified,” both currently available on Shudder.</p>

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<p>Horror franchises are notoriously hard to keep fresh. What begins as a chilling masterpiece often turns into a mess of recycled scares and lazy sequels. But every so often, a series defies the odds and stays sharp from beginning to end. <strong>These ten horror franchises never lost their edge,</strong> proving that great horror can keep evolving without losing what made it scary in the first place.</p>



<h2>Final Destination</h2>



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<p>Since its inception in 2000, Final Destination has explored the premise of escaping death only to face even more macabre fates. Each film features a meticulously choreographed chain of fatal events, where death is portrayed as an inevitable and creative force. The sequels kept the concept fresh by inventing increasingly elaborate and surprising scenarios, playing with audience expectations and reflecting on the fragility of life and the inevitability of death.</p>



<h2>Halloween</h2>



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<p>Michael Myers needs no explanation—he is pure evil. Since his silent stalking in John Carpenter’s original classic, this franchise has evolved over more than four decades, exploring different interpretations of the killer’s psyche. Unlike other villains, Myers is an unstoppable force stripped of clear motivations, making him even more terrifying.</p>



<p>The 2018 reboot, directed by David Gordon Green, brought the franchise back to its roots, ignoring previous sequels and focusing on the ultimate showdown between Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) and the Boogeyman, proving that the terror of Halloween is timeless.</p>



<h2>A Nightmare on Elm Street</h2>



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<p>Introducing Freddy Krueger to the world in 1984, A Nightmare on Elm Street fused supernatural horror with reality by exploring the vulnerability of dreams. Created by Wes Craven, the franchise became known for its imaginative dream sequences and Freddy’s sardonic personality, portrayed by Robert Englund. The sequels expanded the character’s mythology and delved into human psychology, maintaining a blend of horror and dark humor that cemented Freddy as a horror icon.</p>



<h2>Friday the 13th</h2>



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<p>The Friday the 13th franchise is a cornerstone of slasher horror. Beginning in 1980, this iconic series introduced the world to Jason Voorhees, a relentless, nearly indestructible killer with a signature hockey mask. Set in the eerie Camp Crystal Lake, the films revolve around the gruesome murders of unsuspecting campers and counselors.</p>



<p>What makes Jason terrifying is his uncanny ability to return from death, making him a symbol of unrelenting evil. The franchise’s formula—creative kills, a haunting atmosphere, and a mysterious backstory—made Friday the 13th a staple of 80s horror. Despite numerous sequels, reboots, and even crossovers with A Nightmare on Elm Street, the essence of Jason’s terror remains timeless, forever tied to the infamous day of Friday the 13th.</p>



<h2>The Purge</h2>



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<p>With a chilling premise of an annual night where all crimes are legal, The Purge franchise has served as a platform to explore social and political themes. Each movie expanded the scope—from focusing on a single family in the first film to depicting chaos in the streets and broader sociopolitical implications in the sequels. The franchise has been praised for its ability to reflect and critique contemporary society, using horror as a medium to provoke thought and debate.</p>



<h2>It</h2>



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<p>Nothing is more terrifying than a creature that feeds on our deepest fears. Based on Stephen King’s novel, It has transcended as one of the most disturbing horror stories ever adapted. The clown Pennywise, a cosmic entity that preys on the children of Derry, embodies a primal fear of the unknown. The 2017 and 2019 film adaptations, directed by Andy Muschietti, blend visceral horror with an emotional story of friendship, making the Losers’ Club’s battle against Pennywise as resonant as the scares themselves.</p>



<h2>Saw</h2>



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<p>When horror intertwines with moral punishment, the result is a franchise that redefines suffering. Saw not only popularized the “torture p*rn” subgenre but also built an intricate mystery around its villain, Jigsaw, who doesn’t kill directly but subjects victims to sadistic games to make them “cherish life.”</p>



<p>What could have been a repetitive premise evolved into a complex serialized narrative across ten films, with each twist revealing new layers of conspiracy and motivation. The franchise’s ability to shock audiences with unexpected turns has kept it one of the most lucrative and enduring horror series.</p>



<h2>The Conjuring Universe</h2>



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<p>Launched in 2013 with The Conjuring, this cinematic universe has expanded to include multiple interconnected stories exploring the supernatural. Based on the real-life cases of demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren, portrayed by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, the main films have been praised for their eerie atmosphere and solid storytelling.</p>



<p>Spin-offs like the Annabelle trilogy and The Nun have expanded the franchise’s mythology by exploring various entities and curses. Despite mixed critical reception of the spin-offs, the universe as a whole has maintained consistency in creating terrifying environments and memorable characters, establishing itself as one of the most successful horror franchises in.</p>



<h2>Resident Evil</h2>



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<p>What began as an adaptation of a survival horror video game turned into one of the most successful film franchises in the genre. With Milla Jovovich leading as Alice, the Resident Evil movies combined high-octane action with biological horror, presenting a world ravaged by the Umbrella Corporation.</p>



<p>While the films’ faithfulness to the original material has been debated, the visual appeal, mutant creatures, and memorable action sequences have kept the saga in the spotlight. The 2021 reboot, Welcome to Raccoon City, aimed for a closer approach to the video games, proving that the appetite for apocalyptic horror remains unextinguished.</p>



<h2>Poltergeist</h2>



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<p>Horror can lurk even in the most ordinary places. Poltergeist showed that the perfect suburb could hide terrifying secrets. Directed by Tobe Hooper and influenced by Steven Spielberg, the original 1982 film captured the fear of losing control over the familiar as invisible forces threatened a family.</p>



<p>The sequels expanded on the story of young Carol Anne and the spiritual connection that haunted her, preserving a mix of wonder and terror. The 2015 remake attempted to update the story for a new audience, but the iconic power of the original trilogy remains unmatched.</p>

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<p>It looks like the world can’t get enough of Carrie White. The beloved Stephen King character proved her lasting appeal in 2013 with the remake led by Chloë Grace Moretz, and now she’s back to terrify a new generation, <strong>this time on the small screen.</strong></p>



<p>A TV series based on “Carrie” was first reported to be in development at Amazon in October 2024, with the official greenlight arriving in April 2025. The streamer has ordered eight episodes, but what truly set the horror community buzzing <strong>was the announcement that Mike Flanagan would be at the helm.</strong> Known for genre-defining hits like “The Haunting of Hill House,” “Doctor Sleep,” “Hush,” and “Midnight Mass,” Flanagan’s signature style promises a darker an interesting take on the iconic tale.</p>



<p>Of course, the biggest question was who would take on the role of the telekinetic teen, and now we have the answer. <strong>Rising star Summer H. Howell has been cast as Carrie White</strong>, and all eyes are on her as she prepares to bring one of horror’s most tragic and powerful characters back to life.</p>



<h2>Who is Summer H. Howell</h2>



<p>Summer H. Howell has barely entered her twenties, but she already boasts a solid list of 17 acting credits. <strong>Her most recognized role to date is in the 2020 suspense mystery “Hunter Hunter,”</strong> a chilling story about a rogue wolf threatening a family in the remote wilderness. Alongside that breakout, she has made her mark in projects like “Clouds,” “Spirit in the Blood,” and “Curse of Chucky,” where she played the memorable role of young Alice.</p>



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<p>That performance came when she was just eight years old, and it allowed Summer to work closely with genre veterans like Fiona Dourif, Danielle Bisutti, and Brennan Elliott. <strong>Her portrayal earned her her first acting award</strong> and firmly placed her on the radar as a promising young talent. Since then, she has continued to build a career rooted in horror, most recently appearing in Netflix’s “Time Cut.”</p>



<p>Ironically, despite her strong ties to the genre, Summer revealed to The American Teen Mag that <strong>she does not actually enjoy watching horror films and is pretty easily scared by them.</strong> The actress explained that working on horror sets doesn’t frighten her because she reads the scripts in advance and spends hours around the makeup and visual effects teams. Still, stepping into the world of Stephen King is a whole new challenge—and fans are eager to see how she fares.</p>

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<p>When it comes to modern horror, few names carry as much weight—or generate as many nightmares—as <strong>James Wan.</strong> From redefining the genre with “Saw” to building chilling cinematic universes like “The Conjuring” and “Insidious,” Wan has become a master of suspense, scares, and supernatural storytelling. Whether you’re a die-hard horror fan or just discovering his work, these fascinating facts will pull back the curtain on the man behind some of the most terrifying films of the 21st century.</p>



<h2>The Conjuring and a Creepy Inspiration</h2>



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<p>James Wan shared an eerie experience while working on the script for “The Conjuring.” Late one night, after adopting a new puppy, Wan noticed the dog staring at an empty corner of the room, growling aggressively. He described how the dog’s head followed something invisible across the room, though Wan himself saw nothing.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>The Early Years of a Horror Legend</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan2-1024x576_a83330e1.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70094" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214029/JamesWan2.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: Carlo Allegri/Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



<p>James Wan, born on February 26, 1977, in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, spent his early years immersed in a multicultural environment. His family moved to Perth, Australia, when he was just seven, and he later pursued his education at Lake Tuggeranong College in Canberra. After completing his schooling, Wan returned to Perth before making his way to Melbourne, where he attended the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT). In 1999, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in media, setting the stage for his future in filmmaking.</p>



<h2>The Brutal Beginning of Saw</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan3-1024x576_d951d271.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70095" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214149/JamesWan3.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: Mark Mainz/Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



<p>James Wan’s breakthrough came in 2003 when he and Leigh Whannell crafted the script for “Saw,” drawing inspiration from their own dreams and fears. With a shoestring budget, they shot a short film to pitch the concept, with Whannell starring as one of the lead characters. Released in 2004, “Saw” became a global sensation, grossing over $103 million worldwide, far exceeding its budget. This success sparked a franchise, with Wan directing the first title and co-writing “Saw III,” while he and Whannell continued as executive producers for the subsequent sequels, making “Saw” the highest-grossing horror franchise globally.</p>



<h2>Dead Silence: James Wan’s Haunted Detour into Old-School Horror</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan4-1024x576_130ebfec.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70096" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214412/JamesWan4.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>After the massive success of “Saw,” James Wan took a different route with “Dead Silence,” a ghost story centered around a cursed ventriloquist named Mary Shaw. Unlike his previous work, this movie leaned more into atmospheric, old-school horror inspired by “The Twilight Zone” and Hammer Films. Despite Wan’s passion for the creepy doll concept, the experience was ultimately disappointing for him and writer Leigh Whannell, who later admitted they felt pressured into making it.</p>



<h2>Insidious: James Wan Reinvents His Horror Style</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan5-1024x576_2337dc9c.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70099" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02214828/JamesWan5.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: IMDb</figcaption></figure>



<p>James Wan began becoming a household name with “Insidious,” a supernatural thriller that allowed him to step away from the gore-heavy style of “Saw.” Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, the movie sparked a bidding war and sold to Sony for a seven-figure deal just hours after its debut. Wan embraced full creative control on this project, crafting a story packed with eerie visuals and unsettling moments that might have been watered down in a studio production. The title went on to become a box office hit, proving Wan could scare audiences without relying on blood and violence.</p>



<h2>James Wan Shifts Gears with Furious 7</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan6-1024x576_80c217e1.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70102" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215034/JamesWan6.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: JustWatch</figcaption></figure>



<p>In 2013, James Wan surprised many by stepping away from horror to direct “Furious 7,” taking over the blockbuster “Fast and Furious” franchise. Despite being best known for terrifying audiences, Wan proved his versatility behind the camera. The film was a massive hit, earning over $1.5 billion worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing entry in the series at the time.</p>



<h2>James Wan Builds His Own Horror Empire</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan7-1024x576_1b273415.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70103" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215144/JamesWan7.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for AIF</figcaption></figure>



<p>In 2014, James Wan founded his own production company, Atomic Monster, quickly turning it into a powerhouse for horror and genre films. Under his leadership, the company produced hits like “The Conjuring” universe, “Lights Out,” “Mortal Kombat,” “Malignant,” “M3GAN,” and “The Monkey,” cementing Wan’s status as one of modern horror’s most influential creators.</p>



<h2>The James Wan Projects That Never Happened</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan8-1024x576_9325ac30.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70104" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215244/JamesWan8.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images for Warner Bros.</figcaption></figure>



<p>Over the years, James Wan has been attached to several high-profile projects that never made it to the big screen. He was once in talks to direct Disney’s “The Rocketeer” remake and a “MacGyver” movie, though both plans fell through. He was also lined up to direct a live-action “Robotech” film for Sony before eventually being replaced.</p>



<h2>James Wan and the Infamous “Splat Pack”</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan9-1024x576_8bc62a51.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70105" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215413/JamesWan9.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: Vince Bucci/Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



<p>James Wan is part of the so-called “Splat Pack,” a group of filmmakers known for pushing the limits of horror with graphic violence and shocking imagery. The term was coined by film historian Alan Jones, and alongside Wan, the group includes names like Eli Roth, Rob Zombie, Alexandre Aja, and Leigh Whannell.</p>



<h2>A Box Office Record Only Two Directors Hold</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/spen/full/SPEN_20250603_SPEN_70092_JamesWan10-1024x576_cff1ff62.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="" class="wp-image-70106" srcset="https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10-300x169.jpg 300w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10-768x432.jpg 768w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10-740x416.jpg 740w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10-490x275.jpg 490w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10-250x140.jpg 250w, https://images.futbolsites.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2025/06/02215855/JamesWan10.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Source: Rich Polk/Getty Images for Universal Studios Hollywood</figcaption></figure>



<p>James Wan became only the second director in history to have two unrelated films cross the billion-dollar mark at the global box office — “Furious 7” and “Aquaman.” The only other filmmaker to achieve this is James Cameron, with “Titanic” and “Avatar.”</p>

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<p>If you’re a fan of suspense, mystery, and masterful filmmaking, now’s the perfect time to revisit the classics. <strong>Netflix has just released a curated collection of Alfred Hitchcock’s most iconic films</strong>, from “The Birds” to “Frenzy,” along with modern works inspired by his unmistakable style. Whether you’re discovering these thrillers for the first time or returning for a chilling rewatch, this lineup is a must-see for any movie lover.</p>



<h2>The Birds</h2>



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<p>Nature turns menacing in “The Birds,” where a quiet coastal town descends into chaos as flocks of birds begin attacking without warning. Hitchcock’s use of suspense and silence makes this avian thriller a haunting classic that still unnerves today.</p>



<h2>Family Plot</h2>



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<p>In “Family Plot,” Hitchcock’s final film, he blends dark comedy with crime and deception in a tale of a fake psychic and her cab-driving boyfriend on the trail of a missing heir. It’s a playful, underrated farewell that shows the director’s lighter, yet still twisted, side.</p>



<h2>Frenzy</h2>



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<p>Raw, gritty, and far more graphic than his earlier works, “Frenzy” follows a serial killer terrorizing London and an innocent man caught in the crosshairs. It’s Hitchcock unfiltered, returning to his British roots with a brutal, stylish vengeance.</p>



<h2>Hitchcock</h2>



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<p>Anthony Hopkins transforms into the legendary director in “Hitchcock,” a behind-the-scenes drama about the making of “Psycho.” More than just a biopic, it explores the creative obsession, tension, and personal stakes that shaped one of cinema’s boldest films.</p>



<h2>The Man Who Knew Too Much</h2>



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<p>With international intrigue and an unforgettable performance by Doris Day, “The Man Who Knew Too Much” unfolds as a family vacation gone dangerously wrong. From Marrakesh to London, this gripping thriller builds to one of Hitchcock’s most iconic climaxes.</p>



<h2>Rear Window</h2>



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<p>“Rear Window” turns voyeurism into high suspense, as a recuperating photographer suspects a murder across the courtyard. With every glance out the window, Hitchcock masterfully tightens the tension, turning a single apartment into a stage of paranoia.</p>



<h2>Vertigo</h2>



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<p>A hypnotic descent into obsession and illusion, “Vertigo” follows a detective haunted by fear and desire. Dreamlike and emotionally rich, it’s a haunting meditation on identity and one of Hitchcock’s most acclaimed—and personal—masterpieces.</p>

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<p>Netflix has been producing original horror content for years, <strong>but few titles have matched the success of the “Fear Street” franchise.</strong> It all began with “Fear Street Part One: 1994,” released in 2021, and the momentum hasn’t slowed since. The most recent chapter, “Fear Street: Prom Queen,” debuted on May 23 and quickly proved the series still has plenty of life left in it.</p>



<p>This time, the story follows a masked killer targeting the prom queen candidates of Shadyside High on the night of their senior dance. T<strong>he picture shot up the Netflix charts within hours of release and even made waves in global rankings</strong>, according to data from FlixPatrol. The blend of nostalgia, gore, and suspense continues to strike a chord with horror fans worldwide.</p>



<p>Naturally, with “Prom Queen” drawing so much attention, viewers are already asking: <strong>will there be a “Fear Street 5”?</strong> Could more slasher stories be on the way? Here’s what we know so far about the potential future of this universe.</p>



<h2>Is Fear Street Coming Back for More?</h2>



<p>Netflix has never been one to miss out on capitalizing on a hit, and “Fear Street” is no exception. In January 2025, R.L. Stine, author of the book series the films are based on, confirmed that t<strong>hree new “Fear Street” movies were in development.</strong> While he didn’t reveal specific plot details, he did mention that different screenwriters were already working on the scripts.</p>



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<p>When it comes to a release date, things get murky. The original trilogy premiered within weeks of each other in July 2021, but “Fear Street: Prom Queen” took nearly four years to arrive. <strong>That kind of delay is unusual for Netflix,</strong> which typically follows a tighter release cycle—usually not exceeding two years between installments of a successful franchise.</p>



<p>Since then, however, the streamer has made a noticeable shift toward maintaining a more consistent content schedule. With that in mind, it’s reasonable to expect a fifth “Fear Street” film <strong>by late 2026 or early 2027</strong>, assuming production begins soon. </p>



<p>It’s also worth noting that Netflix <strong>is currently navigating a transitional phase in its horror lineup. </strong>With the departure of Mike Flanagan—who delivered hits like “The Haunting of Hill House” and “Midnight Mass”—the studio has struggled to find a new horror tentpole. In this context, “Fear Street” represents their best shot at maintaining dominance in the genre. If anything, <strong>that’s reason enough not to keep fans waiting too long.</strong></p>

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<p>Horror fans are often frustrated when beloved films get dragged into endless prequels, sequels, spin-offs, and remakes. <strong>But “Final Destination” was practically born to keep going, </strong>each chapter finding new and gruesome ways to explore its core idea. That spirit is alive and kicking in “Final Destination: Bloodlines,” the sixth entry in the franchise, and one that’s making audiences cover their eyes for all the right reasons.</p>



<p>This time, the story follows a college student who inherits visions from her dying grandmother—visions linked to a near-disaster in 1968 that was narrowly avoided. When she learns that Death is coming for her family, the famous rhythm begins.<strong> The premonition hits, the tension builds, and the deaths unfold in the most unexpected ways.</strong> </p>



<p>With $124.2 million earned in just one week, the picture is already a massive box office success. As viewers leave theaters reeling, the big question hangs in the air: <strong>is there more to come from this deadly universe? </strong></p>



<h2>Is ‘Final Destination 7’ on the Horizon?</h2>



<p>The long gap between films, from 2011’s “Final Destination” 5 to 2025’s “Bloodlines,” <strong>led many to believe the franchise had finally run its course.</strong> Back then, fans recalled Tony Todd teasing that if the fifth part performed well, two more would be shot back-to-back. Despite that promise, years passed with no real movement, and the idea of a continuation began to fade from memory.</p>



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<p>That changed in January 2019 when New Line Cinema officially confirmed that a new installment was in development. Fast forward to now, and with “Bloodlines” out in the world, the big question is whether a seventh installment is on the horizon. The director of Bloodlines seems optimistic, telling The Direct that the story is far from over. <strong>“Death’s work is never done. There’s always more scores to settle,” </strong>he said, though he acknowledged the lengthy development process required to make it happen.</p>



<p>Producer Craig Perry also expressed interest in continuing the film series. He noted that “Bloodlines” has pushed the boundaries of what the series can be, opening the door to even more creative possibilities. With strong box office numbers and the best critical reception the franchise has seen so far, <strong>the chances of “Final Destination” returning again seem higher than ever.</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Few things rival the excitement of summer movie season</strong>—when cinemas finally shake off the slower “dump months” of early-year releases and roll out the big titles, signaling the real start of the film calendar.</p>



<p>The horror genre follows the same rhythm, with the warm nights bringing some of the most anticipated productions of the year. Although the first half of 2025 already offered strong entries like “The Monkey,” “Heart Eyes,” and “Sinners,” <strong>the truly exciting flicks are still on the horizon.</strong></p>



<p>From the return of beloved franchises to original projects that have generated buzz since their early development stages, <strong>the upcoming months of June through September offer a solid lineup of horror releases.</strong> Here’s a list of films worth anticipating.</p>



<h2>The Ritual (June 6)</h2>



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<p>For better or worse, Al Pacino has spent the last two decades proving he can tackle any genre—<strong>and now he’s diving into horror with “The Ritual.”</strong> He stars as one of two priests, both haunted by inner demons, who must put aside their differences to carry out a dangerous exorcism.</p>



<h2>28 Years Later (June 20)</h2>



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<p>Arriving right at the start of summer, <strong>“28 Years Later”</strong> <strong>aims to stake its claim as the defining horror event of late 2025.</strong> Once centered on Cillian Murphy’s eerie awakening in an abandoned London, the story now follows Aaron Taylor-Johnson as a survivor living with a tight-knit community on a remote island, linked to the mainland by a single fortified causeway. Naturally, the fragile peace shatters when the infected return with brutal force.</p>



<h2>M3GAN 2.0 (June 27)</h2>



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<p>Haunted dolls rarely miss, so it’s no surprise that “M3GAN” struck a chord with audiences. Now, <strong>a sequel is on the way. </strong>Set two years after M3GAN’s deadly rampage, creator Gemma is forced to bring her back—this time to stop Amelia, a military-grade weapon developed by a defense contractor who stole M3GAN’s original tech.</p>



<h2>I Know What You Did Last Summer (July 18)</h2>



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<p>The fourth installment in the “I Know What You Did Last Summer” franchise, this film directly follows “I Still Know What You Did Last Summer.” Alongside the return of Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt, it introduces a fresh cast including Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders, and Jonah Hauer-King. After five friends cover up a fatal hit-and-run, they find themselves targeted by a vengeful stalker a year later. Desperate, <strong>they turn to survivors of the infamous 1997 Southport Massacre for help.</strong></p>



<h2>Weapons (August 8)</h2>



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<p>Famous for sparking a fierce bidding war over its script, <strong>“Weapons” builds on the buzz Zach Cregger generated with 2022’s “Barbarian.”</strong> The film follows a town thrown into panic when all but one child from the same class vanish simultaneously, leaving everyone desperate to uncover the sinister force behind it.</p>



<h2>The Conjuring: Last Rites (September 5)</h2>



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<p>Summer ends on a chilling note with the grand finale of the most successful modern horror franchise: <strong>“The Conjuring.”</strong> In this fourth chapter, Ed and Lorraine Warren face their darkest case yet—the haunting of Jack and Janet Smurl’s seemingly perfect new home. What begins as a dream quickly spirals into a demonic nightmare.</p>

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<p>Without a doubt, <strong>“28 Days Later” stands as the most influential zombie film of modern times</strong>—so much so that its classification as a “zombie” movie is up for debate. The threat here isn’t undead flesh-eaters, but ordinary people infected with the Rage Virus, which strips them of reason and turns them into vessels of blind, murderous fury.</p>



<p>The outbreak begins when a group of animal rights activists break into a Cambridge lab that holds violently aggressive chimpanzees. Ignoring a scientist’s desperate warnings, one of them releases a chimp, only to be attacked and instantly infected. She turns on the others, and in a matter of moments, <strong>the virus spreads beyond the lab walls</strong>, rapidly plunging all of Britain into chaos and collapse.</p>



<p>From that point on, <strong>the picture becomes a haunting exploration of the human condition under extreme duress. </strong>Directed with urgency and style by Danny Boyle, written by the sharp Alex Garland, and led by a then-rising Cillian Murphy, “28 Days Later” is a masterclass in contemporary horror. Don’t miss the chance to experience this iconic trio at their raw, early-career best on the big screen once again.</p>



<h2>‘28 Days Later’ is back in theaters for a limited time</h2>



<p>“28 Days Later” is returning to the big screen for one night only on <strong>May 21 in select theaters. </strong>According to Cinemark, this special screening will include bonus footage and an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming sequel, “28 Years Later,” which is set to hit theaters on June 20, 2025. Tickets are already available for purchase online.</p>



<p>It’s worth noting that the original 2002 hit already has a sequel: <strong>“28 Weeks Later.” </strong>That film picks up after the events of the first, following U.S.-led NATO forces as they attempt to repopulate a safe zone in London. The fragile peace is shattered when two siblings break quarantine to retrieve a photo of their mother, inadvertently reintroducing the Rage Virus. </p>



<p>The upcoming third installment takes place three decades after the virus first escaped a medical research lab. Survivors have adapted to a changed world, with one group living on an isolated island connected to the mainland by a single, fortified causeway. When a father and son venture into the mainland, <strong>they uncover hidden secrets, terrifying dangers, and unexpected revelations.</strong></p>



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<p>Anticipation for the flick is high, thanks to a star-studded cast that includes<strong> Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, </strong>and<strong> Ralph Fiennes.</strong> Plus, the franchise has a strong track record, with the second part arguably surpassing its predecessor in quality and scope. Time will tell if “28 Years Later” lives up to those expectations.</p>



<p>And that’s not all—the story will continue even further. A fourth picture, titled <strong>“28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,”</strong> has already been confirmed and was shot back-to-back with the third movie. While details remain scarce, the film is scheduled for release on January 16, 2026.</p>

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<p>In the last two decades, many have claimed that horror is dead. But “Smile” challenged that idea, winning over skeptics with its chilling atmosphere and psychological intensity. Now, the film is finding a second life on the small screen, <strong>ranking among the most-watched movies on Netflix in the United States</strong>, according to FlixPatrol.</p>



<p>Although it premiered in theaters three years ago, <strong>“Smile” remains one of the most talked-about horror titles today.</strong> A sequel was released last year and, to the surprise of many, critics have praised it as even more effective than the original.</p>



<p>With a box office haul of $217.4 million on a $17 million budget, the picture was already a theatrical success — <strong>and its popularity has only grown on streaming.</strong> If you haven’t yet joined the wave, here’s what you need to know.</p>



<h2>Three years later, ‘Smile’ is still scaring everyone</h2>



<p>The movie follows a therapist who witnesses the bizarre suicide of a patient, then becomes overwhelmed with increasingly disturbing and daunting visions that lead her to believe she’s experiencing something supernatural. Of course, she’s right, <strong>but she’s nowhere near prepared for the terror that begins to follow her every step.</strong></p>



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<p>A seemingly mundane element guides the horror: <strong>whenever someone smiles eerily at the protagonist, it signals danger.</strong> The film plays with this simple visual cue to build tension, making the viewer feel that anyone around her could be a threat.</p>



<p>From the very start of its marketing campaign, “Smile” became the talk of the town. Just days before its September 30, 2022 release, actors from the title appeared at various baseball games, sitting behind home plate completely still, <strong>smiling creepily while staring directly into the camera. </strong>One even showed up in the background of the Today show, surrounded by a crowd, wearing a “Smile” shirt and not breaking character. </p>



<p>What makes those smiles even more disturbing is that they’re 100% natural, no visual effects involved. While the studio considered enhancing them digitally, director Parker Finn refused. He insisted on keeping them grounded and realistic, <strong>proving that true creepiness doesn’t require over-the-top CGI.</strong></p>



<p>Interestingly, “Smile” was originally intended as a streaming-only release on Paramount+. But after test screenings received much stronger reactions than expected, <strong>Paramount pivoted to a theatrical release.</strong> The result was a box office hit and another reminder that horror remains a powerful force in keeping the theatrical experience alive.</p>



<p>In September 2024, <strong>Finn confirmed plans for a third film,</strong> telling SFX Magazine, “We’ve maybe only scooped a single glass of water out of the ocean.” By December, <strong>“Smile 3” was officially in development</strong> and is set to begin filming in 2025. So, it’s only a matter of time before the nightmare continues.</p>

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