Fright Night Horror

Garnering praise galore on its premiere at South by Southwest Festival and following its recent bow on Shudder, Damian McCarthy’s unique, spine-tingling horror – Oddity – is now set for its physical and digital release thanks to Acorn Media International, to kick off your 2025 in terror. And to celebrate, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win a copy on DVD. Synopsis: The truly original film has been described as ‘Scary, mysterious, upsetting and effecting’ by Nerdist, with Floating World commenting ‘The sense of unease McCarthy creates has no equal… his effective filmmaking – unnerving framing, sense of claustrophobia and timing really pays off’ and arrives on Blu-ray, DVD and digital on 6 January 2025. We’re introduced to Dani (Carolyn Bracken – The Gone, The Quiet Girl), alone in a big, cold, dark house, that she and doctor husband Ted (Gwilym Lee – Bohemian Rhapsody, The Great) are renovating, while he’s working late at the local mental health hospital. A disturb...

  Horror fans, prepare yourselves. NYX UK has unveiled a blood-curdling schedule for January 2025, packed with spine-tingling premieres, cult classics, and even a celebration of horror master John Carpenter's birthday. With a mix of paranormal thrills, urban legends, and exploitation gems, there’s something for every fan of the macabre. This month features twelve Channel premieres , including two highly anticipated directorial debuts. Jackson Stewart’s Beyond the Gates (Fri, Jan 24, 9 PM) takes viewers on a haunting fantasy adventure with genre icons Barbara Crampton, Brea Grant, and Graham Skipper. Meanwhile, Padraig Reynolds’ shocking and stylish Rites of Spring (Sat, Jan 10, 9 PM), starring AJ Bowen, promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. Robbie Banfitch’s acclaimed found-footage horror The Outwaters debuts on Fri, Jan 31, 9 PM , offering an experimental twist on terror. The Outwaters Classic Horror and Sci-Fi Delights Lovers of vintage Sci-Fi can revisit iconic films...

  By Jon Donnis It’s a family affair like no other in Mother Father Sister Brother Frank, a hilariously twisted comedy horror that promises laughs, blood, and an unforgettable Sunday dinner. At first glance, the Jennings family appear to be your picture-perfect suburban household, complete with weekly family dinners and polished smiles. But as their pristine lives begin to unravel, it becomes clear that this is no ordinary family gathering. Mum Joy (Mindy Cohn – Palm Royale, The Facts of Life), dad Jerry (Enrico Colantoni – Galaxy Quest, Veronica Mars), sister Jolene (Melanie Leishman – Todd and the Book of Pure Evil), and brother Jim (Iain Stewart – Star Trek: Strange New Worlds) are all set for their traditional Sunday meal when an uninvited guest, Uncle Frank (Juan Chioran – Dracula: A Chamber Musical), arrives unexpectedly. Frank’s not just there to say hello – he’s been blackmailing the Jennings, and he’s about to push this quirky clan over the edge. When Jolene and Jim uncove...

  Get ready to face your fears as 100 Candles Game: The Last Possession, the much-anticipated sequel to the terrifying 100 Candles Game, makes its UK digital debut this January, courtesy of 101 Films. This gripping follow-up promises a nerve-shredding journey into the depths of fear. The anthology brings classic ghost stories into the modern era, following a group of thrill-seeking influencers as they chase viral fame. What begins as an attempt to create captivating content turns into a night of unimaginable horror. Their destination is Stonewall Mansion, a place steeped in chilling legends and dark history. At the mansion, they decide to play "100 Candles", an ancient Japanese ritual said to summon spirits and test bravery. As they sit surrounded by the flickering light of a hundred candles, each influencer shares a ghostly tale. These stories do more than frighten, they rouse the vengeful spirit of the Black Countess, unleashing supernatural forces that trap the group in th...

1. Tell us how you became interested in writing? There are two answers to that. One is a bit cliché. I found a lot of joy in writing short stories as a kid, and I did so on a computer. I had a paper route and saved up for almost two years to buy the first PC in our household back when Windows 3 was the latest thing. Writing became a way to explore different adventure fantasies and exercise my imagination, much like drawing pictures. Of course, that old PC also provided endless hours of Solitaire. The second answer is more tragic. I lost someone very close to me, someone who truly believed in my ability to succeed in the arts. My goal at the time was to become a comic book artist. I enrolled in animation school, thinking that if I could draw things in motion, drawing them standing still would be easier. Of course, comics and animation are two very different mediums, each with its own capabilities, but that was my mindset back then. Halfway through the course, the school essentially stop...

Icon Film Distribution presents Hellboy: The Crooked Man, the fourth instalment in the global franchise, arriving on 4K Special Collector’s Edition, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital from 9 December And to celebrate, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win a copy on DVD. Synopsis: Written by series creator Mike Mignola, Hellboy makes a blazing return to the screen in a brand-new instalment of the global hit franchise that masterfully blends blood-soaked action with truly chilling horror. In 1959, Hellboy is enlisted to aid rookie paranormal researcher, Bobbie Jo Song, in the transportation of a deadly creature. However, their mission soon goes awry when an accident leaves them stranded in the forests of rural Appalachia where a small community resides, haunted by demonic forces. With all clues pointing towards witchcraft, Hellboy and his allies must hunt down the source of this evil – the ‘Crooked Man’ who has been sent to Earth to harvest souls for the Devil. From director ...

Icon Film Distribution presents Hellboy: The Crooked Man, the fourth instalment in the global franchise, arriving on 4K Special Collector’s Edition, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital from 9 December And to celebrate, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win a copy on DVD. Synopsis: Written by series creator Mike Mignola, Hellboy makes a blazing return to the screen in a brand-new instalment of the global hit franchise that masterfully blends blood-soaked action with truly chilling horror. In 1959, Hellboy is enlisted to aid rookie paranormal researcher, Bobbie Jo Song, in the transportation of a deadly creature. However, their mission soon goes awry when an accident leaves them stranded in the forests of rural Appalachia where a small community resides, haunted by demonic forces. With all clues pointing towards witchcraft, Hellboy and his allies must hunt down the source of this evil – the ‘Crooked Man’ who has been sent to Earth to harvest souls for the Devil. From director ...

Second Sight Films has announced that the Oscar®-winning Monster starring Charlize Theron is set for a Standard Edition Blu-ray release on 9 December 2024. And to celebrate, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win a copy on DVD. Synopsis: Charlize Theron gives a tour-de-force performance as America’s first female serial killer Aileen Wuornos in Monster (2003)from director Patty Jenkins (Wonder Woman), which earned her accolades galore, including the prestigious Best Actress Oscar® in 2004. Now more than 20 years on from its original, lauded theatrical release, the film is set for a Standard Edition release on 9 December 2024 from Second Sight Films. Reviews: ‘Theron's performance is a tour de force, picking up Jenkins's contentious baton with extreme gusto’ ★★★★ Eye For Film  ‘What Charlize Theron achieves… isn't a performance but an embodiment... one of the greatest performances in the history of the cinema’  ★★★★ Rogerebert.com Pre-Order from Amazon - ...

Second Sight Films has announced that the Oscar®-winning Monster starring Charlize Theron is set for a Standard Edition Blu-ray release on 9 December 2024. And to celebrate, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win a copy on DVD. Synopsis: Charlize Theron gives a tour-de-force performance as America’s first female serial killer Aileen Wuornos in Monster (2003)from director Patty Jenkins (Wonder Woman), which earned her accolades galore, including the prestigious Best Actress Oscar® in 2004. Now more than 20 years on from its original, lauded theatrical release, the film is set for a Standard Edition release on 9 December 2024 from Second Sight Films. Reviews: ‘Theron's performance is a tour de force, picking up Jenkins's contentious baton with extreme gusto’ ★★★★ Eye For Film  ‘What Charlize Theron achieves… isn't a performance but an embodiment... one of the greatest performances in the history of the cinema’  ★★★★ Rogerebert.com Pre-Order from Amazon - ...