Emilie Blichfeldt’s “The Ugly Stepsister” hits theaters on Friday, April 18th, and it looks like an insane interpretation of Charles Perrault's Cinderella filtered through the lens of Hell. We can't wait to see what this body-horror frightfest has in store for us!
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James Ashcroft directed the best horror film of 2025 so far with "The Rule of Jenny Pen." John Lithgow and Geoffrey Rush give career-best performances in a film that is as entertaining as it is terrifying. Dropping on SHUDDER this Friday, March 28th, you must see this film.
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Editor-in-Chief Matt Orozco and Contributor Sean O'Connor watched the new Flying Lotus film, "ASH," and sat down to discuss what was successful and what didn't quite land. They discuss the eye-popping visual, the incredible score, the lackluster script, and more. Enjoy the show!
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We review the new Bill Skarsgård, Anthony Hopkins film, "Locked," and find it another example of a watered-down version of an intense, well-made international feature. Read on to see what, if anything, we liked and what made us wish we had stayed in our car.
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We present the 2025 "Top Ten Irish Horror Movies You Need To See This St.Patrick's Day." This list has something for everyone, from Creature Features to Deep Woods Folklore. Grab yourself a Guinness and enjoy the show!
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We sat down with Bestselling Author and most incredible person in the room, Elizabeth Hand, to discuss her work, the hauntingly eerie beauty of New England and London, her process, and so much more. Her episode for "First Word on Horror" is remarkable for so many reasons. You need to be watching.
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Macabre Daily’s Sean O'Connor launches a new column, "PAPER CUTS," your one-stop shop for all your horror literature wants and needs. Reviews, interviews, panels, recommendations, giveaways, and more! This column will highlight established superstars, exciting newcomers, trends, gems, and news!
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We review Corey Farrenkopf's new collection of Cli-Fi/Eco-Horror based short stories in "Haunted Ecologies." How is the collection? What stands out? Is it scary? All these questions and more are answered in our review. If you're looking for thought provoking, heartfelt horror, this may be the one for you.
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We had a fantastic discussion with Author and Librarian Corey Farrnekopf about his new short story collection, "Haunted Ecologies." These tales illustrate the world's perilous relationship with nature and the price to be paid for our complicity in destroying it. This is a fun, insightful, delightfully creepy read for anyone who enjoys a good scare.
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We sat down with Erik Hanson to discuss his phenomenal podcast, "Cradle to the Grave." We discussed how it all came about, the fun he's had along the way, and his exciting plans for the future. Erik is an absolute delight, and we know you'll become an instant fan.
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Having just premiered at the SXSW Film and TV Festival, "Sweetness" looks to join the list of highly entertaining, chilling, teen obsession movies. When a young girl gets the chance of a lifetime to nurse her pop idol crush back to health, what could possibly go wrong? Read on for our review of this extraordinarily well made film.
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We’re excited for Andy Edward’s take on the beloved fairytale “Rumplestiltskin” this March, premiering at FrightFest Glasgow 8. If you can’t make it to Scotland this month, have no fear—the film will be available on digital April 7th. It promises to be a thrilling take on the classic tale of evil bargains and the horrific price that needs to be paid.
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We review the incredible new horror film "The Rule of Jenny Pen," starring John Lithgow as an unhinged retirement home tyrant, and Geoffrey Rush, as the latest target of his sadistic aggression. This film's acting, writing, and directing set a new bar for excellence in 2025.
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We review "Cold Wallet," a timely thriller about desperate people who've lost everything to a crypto scheme that take matters into their own hands. But when the billionaire they kidnap starts getting in their heads, who knows who'll eventually get the upper hand in this tense, well-crafted chiller.
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“Bloat,” Pablo Absento’s new entry into the exciting sub-genre of Screenlife Horror is a prime example of short cuts and poor narrative choices completely derailing what could have been a fun, frightening take on Japanese cryptids.
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Lowell Dead (WolfCop) tries his hand at the increasingly popular plant-based zombie sub-genre, with "Die Alone," starring Carrie-Ann Moss, Douglas Smith, and Frank Grillo. It doesn't completely work but there are some interesting moments and an incredibly satisfying ending.
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Adam Wakefield is an exciting new voice in horror fiction with the release of his debut novel, "The Usher." A reflection on redemption, nostalgia, and paying the price for sins of the past. Adam is one of the nicest people we've ever had the pleasure of talking to, and we know you'll enjoy this interview.
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Join us as we talk to bestselling author Grady Hendrix about his newest novel, “Witchcraft for Wayward Girls.” We discuss the difficulty of defining witches, the horror of being an unwed Mother in the 70s, the new theme for his podcast, “Super Scary Haunted Homeschool,” and some great witch-centric book and movie recommendations.
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Join us for a fantastic chat with author Steve “Uncle Creepy” Barton as we talk about his new memoir, “A Comedy of Tragedies,” his life in horror, and his friendship with George Romero. Not to be missed, Steve is an absolute gem.
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Artist Tommy Spero (Bowman & Butcher) and Author Adam Wakefield (“The Usher”), to join us for an in-depth discussion on what many believe to be Romero’s crowning living dead achievement, “Dawn of the Dead.” Tommy, Adam, and Macabre DailyContributor Sean O’Connor talk about what the film means to them, its impact on horror, and its lasting impact. Shamble on over and join us as we pay respect to a modern-day horror Master.
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