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Documentary on John Boorman's Infamous 'Exorcist II' Gets a New Trailer Ahead of August Release

A documentary called 'Boorman and the Devil' is set to examine how acclaimed filmmaker John Boorman came to direct 'Exorcist II: The Heretic,' a film widely regarded as one of the most critically panned movies ever made. A newly released trailer reportedly highlights some of the troubled production history behind the project. According to Bloody Disgusting, the documentary has been described as critically acclaimed, though no specific critical sources or quotes are cited in the available material. The film is scheduled to open at The Quad in New York City on August 28, with a wider release to follow. The documentary appears focused on Boorman's complicated relationship with the 'Exorcist' sequel, exploring how a filmmaker of his reputation ended up attached to such a notorious project. Beyond the trailer release and theatrical date, specific details about the documentary's content, interviews, or production are not available in the source material.

Bloody Disgusting
July 31, 2026

Two Studios Are Reportedly Competing to Bring Freddy Krueger Back to Theaters

Horror fans are apparently watching a rare studio rivalry unfold in real time. According to Dread Central, Warner Bros. is reportedly moving to develop its own 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' film, putting it in direct competition with Paramount, which recently announced it had secured domestic rights to the franchise. The report names Lee Cronin, the director behind 'Evil Dead Rise,' as the filmmaker attached to the Warner Bros. project. The situation appears to stem from the famously complicated rights history surrounding the 'Nightmare on Elm Street' property, which has long been a source of legal and business uncertainty in Hollywood. It is worth clarifying that the details beyond the studio competition and Cronin's reported attachment are limited in the available source material. No cast, release dates, or plot details have been confirmed. Both projects appear to be in early stages, and it remains unclear how the rights dispute will ultimately be resolved or which version, if either, will move forward to production.

Dread Central
July 31, 2026

Eli Roth Teases His Upcoming Horror Film 'Ice Cream Man' as a Uniquely Gruesome Theater Experience

Filmmaker Eli Roth has spoken with Dread Central about his upcoming horror project titled 'Ice Cream Man,' describing it as something audiences won't find anywhere else in theaters. According to the interview, Roth is positioning the film as a particularly gruesome entry in the horror genre, though specific plot details, a release date, and cast information were not included in the available source material. Roth is known for his visceral, effects-driven horror work, and based on his comments to Dread Central, 'Ice Cream Man' appears to continue in that tradition. The project is described as a horror picture, and Roth reportedly emphasized the theatrical experience as central to how the film is meant to be seen. Beyond those broad strokes, the source material does not provide enough detail to expand further on the film's storyline, production status, or confirmed release window. Horror fans familiar with Roth's previous work will likely be watching for additional details as the project develops.

Dread Central
July 31, 2026

NEON's Debut Horror Film 'It Ends' Heads to Theaters This August

NEON has released an official poster for an upcoming horror film called 'It Ends,' which is scheduled to hit theaters on August 21. The film marks the feature directorial debut of writer-director Alexander Ullom. According to the studio's description, the story follows four recent college graduates who find themselves on a nighttime drive and become stuck on a road that seemingly never ends. The premise appears to lean into existential dread rather than traditional jump-scare horror, and the film has been described as a 'Gen Z horror hangout movie.' Beyond the basic plot setup and release date, specific details about the cast, production, or additional story elements were not included in the available source material. The official poster has been released ahead of the August theatrical debut.

Bloody Disgusting
July 31, 2026

New Documentary Goes Behind the Scenes of Exorcist II's Notoriously Troubled Production

A trailer has arrived for an upcoming documentary called 'Boorman and the Devil,' which promises a behind-the-scenes look at the making of 'Exorcist II: The Heretic,' widely regarded as one of the most troubled and poorly received productions in Hollywood history. The film is directed by John Boorman, and the documentary appears to take its title from both the director's name and the subject matter he took on when he stepped into the world of demonic horror following the massive success of the original 'Exorcist.' According to the source, the trailer is now available, giving viewers a first glimpse at what the documentary will cover. 'Exorcist II,' released in 1977, has long carried a reputation as a cinematic disaster, and this project reportedly goes inside that story. Beyond the trailer's existence and the documentary's general focus on the film's infamous production history, specific details about featured interviews, release dates, or distribution are not provided in the available source material.

Dread Central
July 31, 2026

Parker Finn's 'Possession' Remake Expands Cast as Production Rolls in New Jersey

Filming is currently underway in New Jersey on a remake of Andrzej Żuławski's 1981 psychological horror film 'Possession,' directed by Parker Finn, who is best known for 'Smile.' According to a report from Deadline, three additional cast members have been confirmed: Madeline Brewer, known for 'Cam' and 'You'; Emory Cohen, who has appeared in 'Sweetheart' and 'Lords of Chaos'; and Nicholas Alexander Chavez, recognizable from 'Grotesquerie.' They join a previously announced ensemble that includes Margaret Qualley, Callum Turner, Diego Calva, and Paul Dano. The original 1981 film, a cult classic of psychological and body horror, followed a couple whose marriage collapses in disturbing and increasingly surreal ways. No plot details about how Finn's remake will approach the source material have been included in the available reporting. The project appears to be building a notably strong cast, and with production already active, a release window may be on the horizon, though no date has been announced based on current information.

Bloody Disgusting
July 30, 2026

Warner Bros. and Cosm Team Up to Bring Pennywise Into an Immersive Shared Reality Experience

Warner Bros. Pictures and Cosm have announced a partnership to bring the New Line Cinema horror film 'It' into what is being described as an immersive shared reality experience. According to the announcement, this marks the first time Cosm has featured a horror title as part of its experiential cinema lineup. Beyond that, the source material is limited in detail, confirming only that 'It' is Cosm's next experiential cinema title and that the project is a collaboration between Cosm and Warner Bros. Pictures. Cosm is known for creating large-scale, dome-based shared reality venues that blend live events and cinematic content into an enveloping visual environment. What exactly the 'It' experience will include, how it will differ from a standard theatrical screening, and when or where it will be available has not been specified in the available source material.

Dread Central
July 30, 2026

Ozzy Osbourne Gets His Own Haunted House at Halloween Horror Nights 2026

Universal's Halloween Horror Nights is adding a new haunted house built around rock legend Ozzy Osbourne for its 2026 season. According to the announcement, the attraction is called 'Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness' and is described as being inspired by the iconic musician. The house is set to open at Universal Orlando Resort on August 28, followed by Universal Studios Hollywood on September 3. No additional details about the specific scenes, storyline, or creative elements inside the attraction were included in the announcement. This appears to be a celebrity-themed addition to the long-running Halloween event, which typically features haunted mazes and scare zones drawn from horror films, TV shows, and pop culture. Ozzy Osbourne, known for his decades-long career in heavy metal starting with Black Sabbath and his reputation as the self-styled 'Prince of Darkness,' is a natural fit for a Halloween-themed event of this kind. Beyond the names, dates, and locations confirmed in the announcement, further details about what guests can expect inside the house have not yet been released.

Bloody Disgusting
July 30, 2026

Horror Game 'Tormented Souls' Gets Adaptation Deal for Film and TV

According to Dread Central, the survival horror video game 'Tormented Souls' is being adapted for both film and television. ZQ Entertainment, Prime Universe Films, and Longevity Pictures have reportedly secured exclusive motion picture and television rights to the property. Prime Universe Films is known for its involvement with the Hitman feature franchise. The game is set in a nightmarish abandoned hospital, a premise that lends itself naturally to horror storytelling across multiple formats. Beyond these basic details, the source snippet does not provide specifics about casting, writers, directors, or a projected timeline for production or release. What is confirmed is that three production entities are involved and that the rights acquisition has taken place. Fans of the game and horror genre audiences will likely be watching for further announcements as the project develops.

Dread Central
July 30, 2026

Universal Studios Hollywood Brings Hellraiser to Halloween Horror Nights with a Giant Lament Configuration

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that Hellraiser will be part of this year's Halloween Horror Nights lineup. According to Dread Central, a massive Lament Configuration prop has appeared at the park, signaling the franchise's inclusion in the annual horror event. Beyond the announcement itself and the presence of the large puzzle box structure, the source snippet does not provide additional details about what the experience will involve, whether it is a haunted house or a themed area, or what other elements may be planned. What is confirmed is that the iconic Hellraiser cube has made a physical appearance at Universal Studios Hollywood in connection with the event. Fans of Clive Barker's Cenobite mythology will likely recognize the Lament Configuration as the central artifact of the franchise, and its large-scale appearance at a major theme park suggests a notable investment in the IP. Further details about the full scope of the Halloween Horror Nights Hellraiser experience have not been provided in the available source material.

Dread Central
July 29, 2026

Argentine Horror Film '1978' Hits Amazon Prime Video and Tubi After Strong Festival Run

The Argentine horror thriller '1978,' directed by brothers Luciano and Nicolás Onetti, is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi in North America. According to the source, the film had what is described as an extraordinary festival run and earned critical acclaim internationally before making its way to home streaming platforms. The story is set against the backdrop of Argentina's military dictatorship of that era, blending real historical darkness with horror elements. The Onetti brothers are described as acclaimed filmmakers, though specific details about their prior work are not included in the available source material. No additional plot details, cast information, or specific festival wins are named in the snippet, so those specifics remain unconfirmed based on what was provided. What is clear is that the film has generated significant buzz on the festival circuit and is now accessible to a wide North American audience through two major streaming services.

Horror News Network
July 29, 2026

Possession Horror Film 'Evil Follows' Lands on BloodStream This August

The Horror Collective and BloodStream have announced the upcoming release of Evil Follows, a supernatural horror film directed by Brendan Rudnicki. According to a press release issued July 22, 2026, the film is set to premiere exclusively on BloodStream on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, alongside its transactional video-on-demand debut. The film is described as a possession horror story, though specific plot details, cast information, and additional production credits were not included in the available release material. The announcement originates from Los Angeles, California. Beyond the release date, platform, director's name, and genre classification, the source material does not provide further detail about the film's storyline, runtime, or production background.

Horror News Network
July 29, 2026
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