Key takeaways:
– 2024 promises an exciting line-up of horror movies, including directorial debuts and much-awaited sequels.
– Movies include A Quiet Place: Day One, Beetlejuice 2, Terrifier 3, among others.
– Film release dates are given where known, igniting audiences’ anticipation.
As 2024 unfolds, horror movie fans have a lot to look forward to. With four months of releases already lined up, further announced releases have generated much excitement. As noted by JoBlo, the following is a preview of some to expect in 2024.
I Saw the TV Glow
Currently in theatres is this experimental horror movie produced by A24 and directed by Jane Schoenbrun, despite its initial lukewarm review.
Tarot
Formerly Horrorscope, this is another horror offering in circulation. It draws from a novel written by Nicholas Adams and pivots around a group of college friends whose deaths eerily mirror their horoscopes.
The Strangers: Chapter 1
Set to open on May 17, this film, directed by Renny Harlin, is part of a trilogy inspired by the 2008 film The Strangers. Madelaine Petsch of Riverdale features, and Lionsgate is set to release all the film’s installments during 2024.
In a Violent Nature
Slated for May 31, this film, written and directed by Chris Nash, offers a new slasher perspective as it focuses on the killer rather than the victims. It will be available on the Shudder streaming service after its cinema run.
The Exorcism
This Russell Crowe film is due for a June 7 release. It presents a distinct outlook on exorcism plots, with Joshua John Miller, son of Jason Miller from The Exorcist, serving as writer and director.
The Watchers
Coming out on June 14, this film marks the directorial debut of Ishana Night Shyamalan, daughter of acclaimed director M Night Shyamalan. The film is set in the west of Ireland and centers around a group of strangers being pursued by strange creatures.
A Quiet Place: Day One
On June 28, fans anticipate the release of this spin-off/prequel of the successful A Quiet Place series. The film features superstar Lupita Nyong’o, and the plot revolves around alien creatures hunting humans in New York City.
MaXXXine
Arriving on July 5, MaXXXine, the third part of a film series collaboration between Mia Goth and Ti West, sees the return of Goth’s character Maxine Minx. Set in 1985, the story focuses on Maxine attempting to crack Hollywood.
Longlegs
Longlegs, a suspenseful horror from director Osgood Perkins featuring Nicolas Cage, premieres on July 12. The engaging marketing already has audiences titillated and eager to follow its enthralling serial killer plot.
Trap
Trap, directed by M. Night Shyamalan and starring Saleka Shyamalan, hits cinemas on August 2. The plot is under wraps but will unfold at a concert, maintaining a sense of suspense around it.
Cuckoo
Hitting theatres on August 9, this horror directed by Tilman Singer follows the eerie occurrences at a resort in the German Alps as experienced by a reluctant American teenager.
Alien: Romulus
On August 16, the action shifts to outer space as Evil Dead director, Fede Alvarez, unveils his horror creation set between the events of Alien and Aliens. It deals with a group of young people battling the iconic alien creature on a distant colony.
Stream
Stream, set for August 21 release boasts special FX by Terrifier director Damien Leone and features a star-studded cast. The story revolves around a family being stalked by crazed murderers at a hotel.
The Crow
Given a release date of August 23, The Crow is a remake that aims to reintroduce the emotional concept devised by James O’Barr for the comic book series.
Beetlejuice 2
After 36 years, Beetlejuice returns on September 6, with Tim Burton once again at the directorial helm.
Speak No Evil
James Watkins and Blumhouse offer a psychological horror remake of the 2022 Danish film Speak No Evil, due for release on September 13.
Terrifier 3
On October 11, the highly-anticipated Terrifier 3, set at Christmastime and centering on Art the Clown, premiers in time for Halloween.
Smile 2
With scant known details, Smile 2, a sequel to Parker Finn’s 2022 film, set for release on October 18.
Nightbitch
Slated for December 6, this neo-horror film featuring Amy Adams promises chills and dark humour.
Nosferatu
Finally, on Christmas Day, Robert Eggers’s remake of the 1922 silent classic Nosferatu hits the screens, promising a highly engaging experience.
As the year unfolds, it’s clear that horror movie fans can expect a thrilling and chilling time at the cinemas in 2024.
