Key Takeaways:
– There are 17 new horror films set to hit the screens this October on platforms like HBO Max, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Netflix and in theaters.
– Movie premieres feature a wide range of titles including Salem‘s Lot, House of Spoils, Hold Your Breath, Monster Summer, V/H/S Beyond, The Platform 2, Things Will Be Different, Frankie Freako, Spin the Bottle, Little Bites, Caddo Lake, Terrifier 3, Smile 2, Die Alone, Your Monster, Don’t Move, and Rippy.
– A variety of themes and styles within the horror genre are covered, such as thriller, suspense, comedy, slasher, post-apocalyptic, and supernatural, among others.
– Notable actors making appearances include Ariana DeBose, Sarah Paulson, Mel Gibson, Justin Long, and Ali Larter.
Writing frightful letters from beyond the grave and sharing ghost stories around the campfire hold a certain charm. But when it comes to getting real chills, we turn to horror movies. This October, brace yourself for 17 new horror films set to quench your thirst for a good scare.
First on the list, releasing on October 3rd, we have the long-anticipated ‘Salem’s Lot’ on HBO Max. With its roots in Stephen King’s second-ever published book, this movie’s been on the back burner for a while. The trailer spills quite a few moments from the movie, hinting at thrill-packed scenes and ominous undertones throughout. It’s perfect for sitting at home, wrapped up in a spooky atmosphere, zombies on one side, and a bucket of popcorn on the other.
Also premiering on October 3rd is ‘House of Spoils’, a film starring Oscar winner Ariana DeBose. Here we have a chef dealing with some creepy happenings at her new restaurant. The trailer gives a hint of supernatural forces at play, which may, or may not, just be all in her mind.
Up next on October 4th is ‘Monster Summer’, a film that brings ‘Stranger Things’ vibes with a bit of ‘Sandlot’, making it an intriguing mix of nostalgia and suspense.
On the same day, we also have V/H/S Beyond, the seventh installment of the found footage franchise on Shudder. This anthology of shorts promises a thrilling ride with a sprinkle of aliens, an airplane crash, and a distressing discovery.
For fans of the psychological thriller, ‘The Platform 2’ returns the original’s intense dark setting to Netflix. ‘Things Will Be Different’, a time-traveling crime thriller, brings a brother and sister duo face to face with a mysterious and terrifying force. Then, we have ‘Frankie Freako’, a twist on horror comedy that combines elements of ‘Puppet Master’ and ‘Drop Dead Fred’.
A week into October, we’re treated to ‘Caddo Lake’, a family horror tale featuring Dylan O’Brien. Mid-month also brings the third chapter in the popular ‘Terrifier’ franchise, a Christmas-themed slasher film, and the sequel to the formidable ‘Smile’, both coming on October 18th.
Wrapping up the month, enjoy ‘Your Monster’, a new horror comedy featuring Melissa Barrera, on October 25th. And finally, on Halloween, we have ‘Rippy’, an Australian film that pits Tombstone and Aliens actor Michael Biehn against a towering zombie kangaroo.
No matter your horror preference, this treasure trove of fright fest films will give you plenty to keep you up at night. From supernatural chillers to psychological thrillers – and even a seven-foot-tall zombie kangaroo – October is gearing up to be quite a hair-raising month for horror movie fans. So, get your popcorn and Halloween candy ready, it’s going to be an eerie, exciting, and entertaining ride!
