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Leprechaun’s Best Kills: Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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This year, in honor of St Patrick’s day, I watched the entire Leprechaun series to bring you a list of some of the best and most ridiculous kills from the whole franchise. Happy St Patrick’s Day!

Leprechaun (1993) – the Pogo Schtick

The first film in the series (starring Jennifer Aniston, before no one told her life was gonna be this wayclapclapclapclap) has several somewhat conventional kills, and then there’s this one. The Leprechaun – in all his ferocity – kills a man by jumping up and down on his chest with a pogo stick. A damn pogo stick. The slow motion as he approaches is just ridiculous. This movie is, in general, hard to take seriously, but this just doesn’t help.
Body count: 4
Leprechaun’s death: Four leafed clover/gum is shot into his mouth using a slingshot, he is then thrown into well full of gasoline and blown up.

Leprechaun 2 (1994) – Steam Facial

We’ve got a cameo here, people. Michael McDonald (pre-MadTV) flexes his comedic muscle (kind of. He moves it, at least). What this scene lacks in a good script, it makes up for it with face-melting goodness.
Body count: 5
Leprechaun’s death: Chest impaled with wrought iron bar, blown up

Leprechaun 3 (1995) – Killer TV Robot Sex

The third installment in the franchise is straight up batshit crazy. The main character somehow gets leprechaun blood in an open wound and – like some tiny Irish werewolf – begins to turn into one himself. Apparently the lore states that leprechauns are extremely territorial –  or competitive.. or.. something – so naturally it becomes a bit of a battle royale between the two. But with more limericks.

Anyways, on to the murder! Immediately following a scene where this creeper almost rapes a girl because the magical leprechaun lust spell wears off at a terrible moment, this guy is electrocuted by an awkward sex robot. Good! Earned it. But let’s talk about this scene for a second. It looks like the designer combined the robot from Short Circuit with a blow up doll and said “yeah okay let’s just run with this”. And they did. Because it seemed like a good design.
Body count: 7
Leprechaun’s death: His pot of gold is burned with flamethrower, he is incinerated

Death by Kardashian

Can I say that? I’m gonna say it. This woman’s vanity is her ultimate end after her lips, hips, and boobs over-inflate to the point of explosion. We’ve all learned a little something from this movie – don’t fuck with leprechaun wishes, man.

Leprechaun 4: In Space (1997) – Bonerkill

For a movie that’s weirdly plot heavy, this kill might be my favorite. He bursts through a guy’s dick. Through his dick. How, you ask? Well, that’s a strange thing to get hung up on, but I’ll tell you. Back in the Leprechaun’s cave of wonders (his lair, I guess) a bunch of marines shoot him while rescuing an Alien space princess that the Leprechaun wants to marry so he can be alien royalty. Again, it’s weirdly plot heavy. The Leprechaun is shot, and as a marine victory pisses on his corpse, he uses his magic to send his energy up through the stream of urine to hide in the marine’s junk until he can make his grand escape and begin to wreak havoc. This movie is so strange.
Body count: 8
Leprechaun’s death: Ejected into space, blown up

 

Leprechaun: Back 2 tha Hood (2003) – Killer Bong

Our man loves a good bit o’ green. He’s not great with sharing his gold though. This scene is pretty silly (aren’t they all) but you do have to admire the force it must take to stab someone through the stomach with a bong. It’s a blunt instrument (I am so sorry for that pun).
Body count: 14
Leprechaun’s death: Shot with four leaf clover bullet, thrown into wet cement

Leprechaun: Origins (2014) – the Spine Ripper

Of all the franchises to get a gritty reboot, I did not expect Leprechaun to be one of them. And yet, here we are. The 2014 reboot has none of the limericks – no Warwick Davis either – but much more blood than the previous entries. The best kill in the film is actually pretty rad. One of the cannon fodder protagonists has their spine ripped out. Their spine! Like a surprise visit from a chainsaw-wielding junkie, it’s unexpectedly gnarly.
Body count: 10
Leprechaun’s death: Decapitation

Leprechaun: In the Hood (2000)

I couldn’t find a clip of my favorite death from the 5th installment in which the Leprechaun punches a hole through a guy’s stomach.

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Disappointing, I know. Instead, I’ll leave you with perhaps one of the most memorable moments of the whole franchise. A rapping Warwick Davis. Enjoy.
Body count:11
Leprechaun’s death: Not applicable. He wins!

Do you want to relive all the best moments from the franchise? Order the complete BluRay set here. 

Looking for more St. Patrick’s Day Fun? Check out our list of 5(ish) St. Patrick’s Day Horror Movies that are completely unrelated to the wish-granting killer franchise (Grabbers is a personal favorite!)

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

Arcadian Movie Trailer

The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

Maxwell Jenkins, Nicolas Cage, and Jaeden Martell 

Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

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The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

David Dastmalchian in Late Night with the Devil

The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

Rotten Tomatoes score as of 3/28/2024

Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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