THE WEEK IN MACABRE!
Happy spooky season, ghouls and guys! It’s the end of the week, and that means it’s time for THE WEEK IN MACABRE, your weekly resource for all the latest MacabreDaily news, rants, and reviews that you might have missed! This week, we got our first look at David Harbour as a homicidal Santa in the upcoming horror-comedy, VIOLENT NIGHT, Scream Factory announced their upcoming release of Brian De Palma’s CARRIE on 4K Ultra HD this December, and the spooky staff here at MacabreDaily shared their staff recommendations for their favorite horror book-to-film adaptations!
See all the news from the macabre and mysterious you might have missed from this week!
'TRICK 'R TREAT' 2 In "Very Active Development" Says Writer/Director Michael Dougherty!
We’ve been waiting YEARS for this news and now we can for sure confirm that a Trick ‘R Treat sequel is in the works, says writer/director Michael Dougherty during this years Beyond Fest.
'THE CROW' Reboot Starring Bill Skarsgård Has Wrapped Production
The upcoming Crow reboot has long been talked about but now we can confirm that production has wrapped on the film starring Bill Skarsgård.
'SMILE' Grins Big At The Box Office With $22 Million Weekend
Parker Finn‘s Smile premiered over the weekend on the big screen, here in the United States, and it is making waves for Original Horror. The films viral marketing did its job because fans flocked to the theaters to see what this film was all about.
The Original 'CARRIE' Getting 4k UHD Upgrade From Scream Factory
The upgrades keep on coming for classic horror flicks thanks to Scream Factory and the latest one just announced is Brian De Palma’s Carrie, the 1976 classic adapted from the novel by Stephen King.
'STRANGER THINGS' Star Caleb McLaughlin Opens Up About Racism From Fans Of The Series
‘Stranger Things’ has turned into a worldwide hit for Netflix and fans of the show are rabid as they come but one of the shows stars. Caleb McLaughlin is opening up about the racism he has felt from these same fans while playing Lucas Sinclair.
Watch First Footage From 'ANNE RICE'S MAYFAIR WITCHES' In Teaser For AMC Series
Over the weekend MAC has kicked off their Anne Rice universe with Interview With The Vampire and today we have your first look at The Mayfair Witches who will be casting a spell on AMC in 2023.
Scream Factory Releasing Original 'BLACK CHRISTMAS' In New 4K Ultra Upgrade
Another horror classic is being added to the impressive 4k Ultra HD ranks thanks to Scream Factory when they release Bob Clark’s slasher epic BLACK CHRISTMAS on December 6!
Taissa Farmiga Will Return As Sister Irene For 'THE NUN 2'
That pesky demon Valak will be back in The Nun 2 from director Michael Chaves (Curse of La Llorona, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It), and Deadline reports that Taissa Farmiga will also be back. Round 2 here we go!
Norman Reedus "Walking Dead" Spinoff Series Simply Titled "Daryl Dixon"
The Walking Dead spinoffs sure are mounting up. In addition to Tales Of The Walking Dead, Michonne/Rick spinoff, and a Maggie/Negan spinoff, we have gotten word that that lovable hillbilly, Daryl Dixon aka Norman Reedus will be getting hsi own show as well simply titled “Daryl Dixon” (How clever).
McKenna Grace Confirms She Will Be Returning For 'GHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE' Sequel
Earlier this year it was established that a Ghostbusters: Afterlife sequel was going to happen but no official title was established. We did however get a release date of December 20, 2023, with the sequel set to return to the original films’ New York City and Firehouse settings.
The 'DEAD SPACE' Remake Gameplay Trailer Brings Out The Gory Details Like Never Before
EA and Motive have released the first gameplay trailer for the Dead Space remake and boy is there some great eye candy in this trailer to tide you over.
Holiday Slasher 'CHRISTMAS BLOODY CHRISTMAS' Coming To Shudder In December
Joe Begos (Bliss, VFW) returns with the holiday slasher Christmas Bloody Christmas, and Deadline reports today that Shudder and RLJE Films have acquired the upcoming film.
A Different Kind of Wrath: A Review Of New Found Footage Flick “Deadstream”
Found footage is the KISS of horror subgenres. Just when you think it’s run its course, a new crop of films come along to prove it’s staying power.
“OF THE DEVIL” (2022) GIVES US A FRESH LOOK AT POSSESSION THIS HALLOWEEN SEASON
Devil and possession have been a huge part of the horror movie industry for years. We love a good story of this genre. The devil and demons are these hidden things lurking in the shadows we can’t see.
MACABRE DAILY'S OCTOBER STAFF PICKS: Book to Film Adaptations
Horror’s Hallowed Month is upon us, and we are at Macabre Daily are as psyched as you are to celebrate a month entirely dedicated to Halloween and Horror! We know a lot of you are watching 31 (maybe more?) films, and often times it can be hard to know what movies to watch, which ones to rewatch, and which ones to recommend to your friends.
Ti West's 'PEARL' Slashing Its Way Home to Blu-ray and Digital in November
Mia Goth is the slasher villain in the sequel to Ti West’s X, coming your way via A24 in ‘PEARL’ arriving on Blu-ray™ (+ DVD + Digital) and DVD November 15 from A24 and Lionsgate.
Michael Jackson's "THRILLER" Getting Official Documentary
The “King Of Pop”, Michael Jackson, is moon walking back into our lives when director Nelson George along with The Michael Jackson estate and Sony Music Entertainment bring a brand new documentary flick all about the making of Jackson’s “THRILLER.”
Netflix's "UNSOLVED MYSTERIES" Volume 3 Announces Three Night Event With Haunting Trailer
“Volume 3” of Unsolved Mysteries will be making its way to Netflix on October 18, 2022. Volume 3 of the series is being billed as a “three-night event” for the streamer and new episodes will release weekly on October 18, October 25, and November 1.
NECA's TMNT X UNIVERSAL MONSTERS Crossover Turns Casey Jones Into The Phantom Of The Opera!
NECA keeps on bringing some amazing crossovers with their TMNT meets Universal Monsters and yesterday they dropped a doozy of an announcement. NECA turns Casey Jones into The Phantom of the Opera!
David Harbour Is A Badass Santa in Bloody Action-Comedy 'VIOLENT NIGHT' [Trailer]
Tommy Wirkola (Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters, Dead Snow) is back with the bloody new movie Violent Night, and we have to say, this flick looks just up our ally. Check out the official trailer below.
Todd McFarlane Announces New Writers For Upcoming SPAWN Film; Jamie Foxx Still Attached To Star
Fans have been patiently waiting for anything regarding a new Spawn film and today Spawn creator, Todd McFarlane, has some news regarding the upcoming flick we’ve all been eager for.
The Simpson’s are going big this Halloween with not one but two Treehouse of Horror episodes the first is an entire episode dedicated to Stephen King’s “IT”.
Illinois Home's 'STRANGER THINGS' Halloween Decoration Causes Controversy
We don’t see a problem with one Illinois famliy’s creative ‘Stranger Things’ Halloween decorations but a few in the surrounding community are none too happy with it.
'EVIL DEAD RISE' Director Shares "Particularly Messy" Behind The Scenes Photo
The Evil Dead franchise makes its return to theaters next year with ‘EVIL DEAD RISE’, a brand new, stand alone flick from Warner Bros/New Line Cinema, on April 21, 2023.
Jason Blum Officially Announces 'FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S Director And Production Date
Blumhouse along with Five Night’s At Freddy’s creator Scott Cawthon have been working on a film adaptation for the game for a few years now. Producer Jason Blum has been giving fans progress reports here and there and as of yesterday gave one of the biggest updates yet for the film.
CONFIRMED: McDonald's Halloween Happy Meal Pails Are Coming Back This Month!
Rumors have been going on for a few weeks now that McDonalds would be bringing back those lovable trick or treat pails for Halloween that were popular in the late 80s and early 90s and today we can confirm it is indeed happening.
Director Of 'THE DESCENT' Returns To Horror With New Monster Flick 'THE LAIR' [Trailer]
Director Neil Marshall (Game Of Thrones, Hellboy (2019) ) returns to all out horror to terrify audiences with his new film ‘The Lair’. The flick is being released by RLJE Films in theaters, on demand, and digital Oct. 28. The film will screen on Shudder in early 2023 and we have your first look at the films trailer and poster below.
New York Comic Con: NECA Reveals First Look Of Rob Zombie's 'THE MUNSTERS' 7' inch Action Figures!
New York Comic Con is in full swing starting today and a slew of toy companies are showing off their goodies. Neca being one of the most important of these for horror fans, we have some brand new images of what they will be bringing to store shelves soon.
Watch The "CHUCKY" Season 2 Premier Right Here For Free!
The premier episode for Don Mancini’s “CHUCKY” Season 2 brought that lovable killer doll Chucky back to the small screen last night and now we have your chance to check out the first episode that aired on SYFY and USA right here. Right Now!
Will We Be Taking A Trip To Luigi's Mansion In 'THE SUPER MARIO BROS. Movie'?
Yesterday, Universal Pictures released the highly anticipated teaser trailer for ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ and while fans are in a heated debate over whether Chris Pratt’s Mario voice is great or garbage, we noticed something interesting in the teaser. Did you spot Mario’s brother Luigi running from ghosts? Yeah we did too.
"American Horror Story: New York" Promises A Season To Die For In First Trailer
The 11th season for Ryan Murphy’s fan favorite series, American Horror Story, will be taking place this time in the “Big Apple” known as New York City.
Anne Rice's "THE MAYFAIR WITCHES" Reveals First Teaser Trailer For Bewitching New Series
The Anne Rice universe over at AMC kicked off just last week with the premier of “Interview With The Vampire” and now we have your first look at the next series AMC has optioned, “The Mayfair Witches”.
XYZ Films Releasing GRINCH Spoof Slasher Flick 'THE MEAN ONE' This December
We had a ‘Winnie The Pooh’ slasher flick recently so why not bring the Grinch in for some fun this holiday season with new flick ‘THE MEAN ONE’ from XYZ Films this December.
Nicholas Hoult In Talks To Join Robert Eggers Upcoming 'NOSFERATU' Remake
Word has come to us that Nicholas Hoult, who is already set to star in the upcoming Dracula flick, Renfield, may be joining another vamp happy film in Robert Eggers recently announced Nosferatu.
Keanu Reeves No Longer Involved in Hulu's "DEVIL IN THE WHITE CITY"
News has just come in via Variety today that Keanu Reeves is no longer involved in the long-awaited adaptation of Devil in the White City. He was set to play Daniel H. Burnham in the upcoming Hulu series, which will adapt Erik Larson's 2003 novel of the same name.
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