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Five Horror Films Hit Home Viewing Platforms on August 4, 2026

According to Bloody Disgusting, five new horror movies became available for home viewing on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The source snippet offers limited detail on the individual titles, but does describe one as involving a robbery that turns into what is reportedly a comical battle for survival among the thieves involved. The piece was published ahead of upcoming theatrical releases, including a film called Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma and Eli Roth's Ice Cream Man, both of which are still headed to cinemas rather than home platforms at this stage. The five home releases were highlighted as part of Bloody Disgusting's ongoing weekly roundup of new horror content. No further plot details, cast information, or platform specifics were included in the available source material for the remaining four titles.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Lionsgate Brings Amazonian Cryptid Legend Boiúna to Theaters This October

Director Mike P. Nelson, known for his work on Wrong Turn, V/H/S/85, and Silent Night, Deadly Night, is bringing a new creature feature to theaters through Lionsgate. The film is titled Beware Boiúna and is set for a theatrical release on October 2. According to the source, the story centers on a medical mission deep in the Amazon jungle that goes sideways when the group encounters the Boiúna, described as a colossal ancient snake rooted in Amazonian legend. The Boiúna is a real figure in Brazilian and indigenous Amazonian mythology, often depicted as a massive serpent said to inhabit the region's rivers and waterways. Nelson reportedly ventured into the jungle during production, suggesting at least some location shooting took place in or around the Amazon. Beyond the premise, cast details, and other specifics are not included in the available source material. The film appears to be drawing on genuine regional folklore rather than purely invented fiction, which gives it a grounding in actual cultural mythology surrounding the cryptid.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Eli Roth's 'Ice Cream Man' Joins the Long Tradition of Killer Kids Horror

A new horror film from director Eli Roth titled 'Ice Cream Man' is drawing attention in genre circles, with a review from Bloody Disgusting describing it as a relentless entry in the so-called 'kidpocalypse' subgenre of horror. That subgenre centers on children as the primary threat, and according to the review, the film delivers non-stop carnage in that vein. The reviewer places it alongside established killer-kids titles such as 'Children of the Corn,' 'Village of the Damned,' 'Them,' and the more recent 'Weapons,' suggesting the subgenre has staying power and variety. The review notes that the concept works because there is something inherently unsettling about innocence transformed into violence. Beyond the general premise and tone, the source snippet does not provide additional plot details, cast information, or a confirmed release date. The film is attributed to Eli Roth, known for graphic and visceral horror, which aligns with the review's description of the film as high-carnage. Whether 'Ice Cream Man' adds anything genuinely new to the subgenre beyond its intensity is a question the full review apparently explores, but those details are not available in the excerpt provided.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Apple TV+'s 'Widow's Bay' Builds a Cursed New England Island Around Centuries of Paranormal Lore

Apple TV+ has a new horror series on the way called 'Widow's Bay,' created by Katie Dippold, and it's set against the backdrop of a remote New England island community. According to Bloody Disgusting, the show centers on a cryptic curse that has reportedly been building for centuries, weaving together elements of spirits, serial killers, and what the source describes as gruesome events tied to the island's history. The series appears to place heavy emphasis on world-building, with production design playing a significant role in establishing the haunted coastal atmosphere. The source notes that the design work reportedly includes horror Easter eggs scattered throughout the setting. Apple TV+ has positioned itself as a serious destination for ambitious genre content, and 'Widow's Bay' seems to fit that mold. Beyond the basic premise and the production design angle, specific plot details, cast information, and a confirmed premiere date are not provided in the available source material. What is clear is that the show is drawing from familiar paranormal and folk horror territory, grounding its supernatural elements in a tightly built fictional community.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Tampa Bay's Most Talked-About Haunted Spots Draw Thrill Seekers and Ghost Hunters Alike

A recent Tampa Bay Times feature highlights six locations in the Tampa Bay, Florida area that have reputations for paranormal activity. The article is framed as a guide for people looking for a frightening or unusual experience, suggesting these sites carry local legends or reported hauntings. Beyond the count of six locations and their general geographic area, the source snippet does not provide specific names of the sites, the nature of the reported activity, historical context, or witness accounts. What can be stated with confidence is that the Tampa Bay region has enough documented or popularly claimed haunted sites to generate a listicle-style feature from a mainstream regional newspaper. Whether any of these locations have been formally investigated or whether the claims rest on folklore and local legend is not addressed in the available source material.

Google News — Paranormal Investigation
August 8, 2026

Thai Horror Director Banjong Pisanthanakun Returns with Demonic Possession Film 'Inherit,' Heading to TIFF

Director Banjong Pisanthanakun, known for the horror films 'The Medium' and 'Shutter,' has a new demonic possession film called 'Inherit' set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. A first trailer has been released through Screen Daily. The film stars Davika Hoorne, who previously appeared in 'A Useful Ghost,' in the role of a grandmother reportedly possessed by a demon. TIFF has described the performance as 'her most magnetic role yet,' according to the festival's own promotional materials. The film is described as a demonic psychological horror story, though beyond the basic premise and casting, specific plot details from the source are limited. Pisanthanakun has built a reputation for grounded, culturally specific supernatural storytelling, particularly with 'The Medium,' which blended documentary-style filmmaking with possession horror. 'Inherit' appears to follow in that tradition, at least based on the early trailer and festival positioning. No release date beyond the TIFF premiere has been announced in the available source material.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Upcoming Horror Film 'Appofeniacs' Explores Deepfake Chaos and Its Deadly Consequences

A new trailer has dropped for 'Appofeniacs,' a sci-fi horror thriller described as a dark satire centered on artificial intelligence and deepfake technology. Directed by Chris Marrs Piliero, who is known for his music video work, the film follows a character named Duke who goes on what the synopsis calls 'a frenzy of reckless deepfake creations.' According to the film's description, his disregard for consequences sets off a chain of chaos and death. The movie appears to tackle the real-world anxieties surrounding AI-generated video manipulation, framing them through a horror lens. 'Appofeniacs' is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 2. Beyond the trailer and the basic plot outline, specific details about the cast, production company, or distribution remain limited in the available source material. The title itself appears to reference apophenia, the psychological phenomenon of perceiving meaningful patterns or connections in unrelated things, which fits the film's apparent themes around distorted and manufactured reality.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Blumhouse Reportedly In Development On Puppet Master Reboot, TV Series Also Possible

According to a report from Dread Central, Blumhouse Productions may be developing a reboot of the long-running Puppet Master horror franchise. The source cites a quote — though the snippet does not identify who made the statement or in what context — suggesting the project is in some stage of development. A television series component is also reportedly being considered alongside the theatrical reboot. Puppet Master is one of the more enduring franchises in low-budget horror, with roots going back decades through Full Moon Features. It is not yet clear what stage of development the project is in, who would be attached creatively, or whether any formal announcements have been made by Blumhouse. The report is being characterized as a rumor or early development tip rather than a confirmed greenlight. Fans of the franchise and horror audiences have seen similar reboots teased before, so until an official studio announcement is made, this should be treated as an unconfirmed report.

Dread Central
August 8, 2026

Ghost Hunters Descend on Historic Dunedin Chapel to Search for the Unexplained

A historic chapel in Dunedin, Florida, reportedly drew the attention of paranormal investigators who conducted a ghost hunting investigation at the site, according to a Tampa Bay Times report published in August 2025. The chapel, described as historic, was the focus of an investigation by a group of ghost hunters, though the specific findings, methods, and identities of the investigators are not detailed in the available source material. Whether the investigation turned up compelling evidence of paranormal activity, or resulted in more mundane explanations for reported phenomena, is not specified in the snippet. The Tampa Bay area has a long history of older structures that attract paranormal interest due to their age and local legends. It is unclear from the available information what prompted the investigation, whether witnesses had reported specific experiences inside the chapel, or what conclusions, if any, the investigators reached following their visit.

Google News — Paranormal Investigation
August 8, 2026

Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Brings Back Fan-Favorite Horror Host H.R. Bloodengutz with an All-New Holiday Haunt

Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 2026 is set to begin later this month, and among the announced attractions is the return of a familiar face from the event's history. H.R. Bloodengutz, the fictional creature feature host portrayed as Larry Kurtzberg, is reportedly getting his own original haunted house for the 2026 event. According to coverage from Bloody Disgusting, the new house carries a holiday theme and is described as an original experience rather than a returning walkthrough. New images connected to the house have been released, though specific details about the full scope of the attraction remain limited in available reporting. H.R. Bloodengutz is considered an icon within the Halloween Horror Nights universe, with a following among fans of the annual event. Halloween Horror Nights 2026 is described as spanning multiple parks, haunted houses, and scare zones. Beyond the Bloodengutz announcement, further details about the broader event lineup were not covered in the available source material.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Sony Wins Bidding War for Supernatural Horror Film 'Mime' Starring John David Washington

Sony's Screen Gems label has acquired the supernatural horror project 'Mime' after reportedly beating out competing bids from Amazon and Searchlight Pictures, according to Deadline. John David Washington is attached to star, and Scott Derrickson, known for his work in the horror genre, is on board as a producer. Plot details are being kept under wraps for now, but the film is said to be set in a New York City apartment complex during a heat wave blackout, which sets up what sounds like a claustrophobic, pressure-cooker environment for whatever supernatural elements the story involves. No director has been publicly named in the available source material, and no further story details have been released at this time. The project is early enough that most specifics remain undisclosed, but the combination of Washington's profile, Derrickson's genre credentials, and a high-concept NYC setting was apparently enough to spark a competitive acquisition fight among major studios and streamers.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Italian Supernatural Horror Film 'The Spiral' Gets First Trailer Before TIFF Debut

A first look trailer has arrived for 'The Spiral', an Italian supernatural horror film set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The trailer, according to Dread Central, teases a family's descent into what appears to be a supernatural situation, though specific plot details from the source material remain limited. The film falls squarely in the supernatural horror genre and represents an international entry in the space, coming out of Italy. Beyond the trailer release and the confirmed TIFF premiere, further details about the cast, director, or specific story elements were not provided in the available source material. The film's festival slot suggests it is generating some early industry attention ahead of a wider release.

Dread Central
August 8, 2026
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