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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

Supernatural Horror Film 'Nickels' Hits Select Theaters and PVOD on October 2

Briarcliff Entertainment is set to release the supernatural horror film 'Nickels' in select theaters on October 2, with a simultaneous PVOD release on the same date, according to reporting from Dread Central. Beyond the distributor, release date, and release format, the source material provides limited additional detail about the film's plot, cast, or the specific supernatural elements it explores. What is confirmed is that the film falls under the supernatural horror genre and is being positioned for an October release, timing that aligns with the Halloween season push common in the horror market. Viewers interested in the film will be able to catch it either in a theater setting or through premium video on demand from the same day, giving audiences flexibility in how they watch it.

Dread Central
August 8, 2026

Netflix Locks a Man Inside a House-Shaped Billboard 30 Feet Over Los Angeles to Promote Sci-Fi Horror Film

Netflix has put up an unusual promotional billboard in Los Angeles for its new sci-fi horror thriller 'The Last House,' and it goes beyond a standard advertisement. According to Bloody Disgusting, the streaming service has literally placed a man inside a house structure built into the billboard, which sits approximately 30 feet above street level. The stunt is designed to generate buzz around the film, which is now available to stream on Netflix. 'The Last House' is directed by Louis Leterrier, known for his work on 'The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance.' The source describes the campaign as a clever marketing move, though specific details about how long the man will remain inside the structure, who he is, or what conditions he is living under are not included in the available material. What is clear is that Netflix is leaning into the film's themes in a very literal, physical way by confining a real person to a billboard house above one of the country's busiest cities. The film itself is categorized as a sci-fi horror thriller, though plot details are not provided in the source snippet.

Bloody Disgusting
August 8, 2026

Indie Horror Film 'Who's Watching' Gets Official Trailer After Viral Flash Drive Campaign

A new indie horror film called 'Who's Watching,' directed by Tim Kasher, now has an official trailer out. According to Bloody Disgusting, the film first came to their attention back in 2024 when a flash drive containing what they described as creepy footage showed up at their offices. At the time, they reportedly had no idea it was part of a planned viral marketing effort for the movie. The campaign has since been confirmed as intentional promotion for 'Who's Watching.' The film's tagline suggests that in every city in America, there is a man like the character Caleb, which points toward a stalker or voyeur-type horror premise. Beyond the trailer release and the backstory of how the viral campaign unfolded, specific plot details, cast information, and a release date are not included in the available source material. The film appears to be an upcoming release rather than one already in theaters.

Bloody Disgusting
August 4, 2026

New Film 'Black Zombie' Traces the Real Haitian Vodou Roots of the Zombie Myth

A new film titled 'Black Zombie,' reviewed at the Fantasia festival, reportedly examines the historical and cultural origins of the zombie as a creature in horror fiction. According to the review from Dread Central, the movie explores how the zombie subgenre grew out of Haitian vodou traditions and the brutal realities of slavery. The review describes the film as a thorough and artful treatment of that subject matter, calling it a 'doleful delight' for dedicated horror fans. Beyond that, the source snippet does not provide specific plot details, character information, cast, director, or additional narrative context. What is clear is that the film appears to engage seriously with the cultural history behind a monster that mainstream Hollywood has often stripped of its origins. The zombie, as most researchers and historians of folklore will tell you, did not begin as a flesh-eating movie creature. Its roots run much deeper, tied to real beliefs, real suffering, and real communities in Haiti. This film apparently takes that history seriously, which sets it apart from typical creature features.

Dread Central
August 4, 2026

Rel Howery Steps Behind the Camera for Ghost Comedy 'Haunted Heist', Arriving This August

Comedian and actor Rel Howery is reportedly set to make his feature directorial debut with a ghost-themed comedy called 'Haunted Heist', according to coverage from Dread Central. The film is described as a ghost comedy, and a trailer has been released ahead of its August debut. Beyond those basic details, the source material does not provide specifics about the plot, cast, production company, or release platform. What is confirmed is that the project marks a notable career step for Howery, who transitions from performer to director with this genre entry. The 'haunting homes this August' phrasing from the source suggests a home-invasion or haunted house premise played for laughs, but that remains characterization rather than confirmed plot detail. For fans of paranormal-themed entertainment, the film appears to blend horror and comedy in a genre sometimes called 'horror-comedy' or 'spooky comedy.' No critical reviews or audience reactions are available from the source material at this time.

Dread Central
August 4, 2026

Psychedelic Supernatural Horror Film 'Pathetic Fallacy' Wraps Production With Star-Studded Cast

Production has finished on an indie supernatural horror film called 'Pathetic Fallacy,' according to a report from Deadline cited by Bloody Disgusting. The project comes from director Adam Egypt Mortimer, who previously helmed 'Daniel Isn't Real.' The film stars rapper and actor Scott 'Kid Cudi' Mescudi, known for his role in Ti West's 'X,' in a lead role. He is joined by Jessica Rothe, who appeared in the 'Happy Death Day' franchise, along with Travis Fimmel of 'Vikings' fame and Natasha Lyonne, best known recently for 'Poker Face.' The film is described as 'a psychedelic tale of love, death,' though the source material cuts off before completing that description. Beyond the cast, the director's background, and the confirmation that filming has wrapped, specific plot details, a release date, and distribution information are not included in the available source material. The project appears to be an independent production with a recognizable ensemble cast working in the supernatural horror space.

Bloody Disgusting
August 4, 2026

Saban Films Picks Up Witchcraft Horror 'The Caged,' Rooted in Real English Events

Saban Films has acquired distribution rights to a horror film called 'The Caged,' a witchcraft-themed project that is described as being inspired by true events that reportedly took place in England. Beyond the acquisition and that broad premise, specific details about the film's plot, cast, director, production company, or the nature of the real-world events it draws from are not available in the source material. The phrase 'inspired by true events' is a common framing in horror marketing, and what that actually means in this case remains unclear. Whether the film is based on documented historical incidents, personal testimony, or something in between has not been specified. Saban Films is a known independent distributor with a track record in genre cinema. A release date or release window has not been announced as of the time of this report. More details about the film and its real-world inspiration are expected to surface as the project moves closer to release.

Dread Central
August 4, 2026

TikTok Ghost Hunting Group Plans Charity Investigation at Former UK RAF Base

A group of TikTok-based ghost hunters is reportedly planning a charity paranormal investigation at a former RAF base in the Newark area, according to the Newark Advertiser. Beyond that basic premise, the source snippet provides very limited detail about the event. What is known is that the investigation appears to be open to the public in some capacity and is tied to a charitable cause, though the specific charity involved is not identified in the available material. The former RAF base has not been named in the snippet. The group uses TikTok as a platform, suggesting they likely document and share their investigations with an online audience. No dates, ticket information, or claims about specific paranormal activity at the location have been confirmed in the source material provided. The event falls into a growing trend of social media content creators crossing into live, in-person paranormal events.

Google News — Paranormal Investigation
August 4, 2026

Hurley Mansion and Scottish Rite Auditorium Open Their Doors to Paranormal Investigators

The Hurley Mansion and the Scottish Rite Auditorium in New York are reportedly hosting a paranormal investigation event, according to a report from ABC7 New York published in November 2025. Both locations are being offered as sites for what appears to be a public or organized paranormal investigation experience. The Hurley Mansion and the Scottish Rite Auditorium are historic-style venues, the kind that often attract claims of unusual activity, though the source material does not provide specific details about reported phenomena, witness accounts, or the organization running the investigation. No evidence, equipment used, or findings are described in the available information. The event appears to be an opportunity for attendees to explore these locations with a paranormal focus, but further details about the format, investigators involved, or any prior reported activity at either site are not available from the source provided.

Google News — Paranormal Investigation
August 4, 2026
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