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Scream Factory Unveils 14 New Blu-Ray Titles

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Scream Factory is all about dropping new Blu-ray titles every year and sometimes it feels like Christmas in July when Comic-Con arrives in San Diego.

This year is no exception and the company, sitting on the news, finally announced their expected line-up of 14 future releases at the San Diego Convention Center on Friday.

They followed up that promulgation with a Facebook post which lists every title and all the wonderful swag you can get when pre-ordering certain titles.

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Here’s what they said:

We’ve been teasing it for weeks and now the night is here! We just revealed a whopping 14 upcoming Blu-ray releases in person at our Comic Con panel. The following are the exciting titles and all the details we have at present moment, so we please ask that you read all the way through.

1. 10 TO MIDNIGHT (Collector’s Edition) (1983) – The Charles Bronson exploitation favorite from Cannon Films (and which is really a slasher film in disguise) will be getting an upgrade with an all-new film transfer plus many more newly-created extras. Expected street date: Early 2019.

2. CANDYMAN (Collector’s Edition) (1992) – Bernard Rose and Clive Barker’s classic horror story is coming to U.S. and Canada from us this Fall!
• Presented in a 2-Disc Set loaded with new extras and a new transfer of the film. (More details can be found directly on its product page at www.shoutfactory.com).
• The newly-designed front-facing cover comes to us from artist Joel Robinson (Silent Night, Deadly Night) and the reverse cover will showcase the original theatrical one-sheet concept.
• National street date is planned for Nov 20th but if you order directly from us we are offering a deluxe website exclusive offer where you will not only receive a free 18″ x 24” rolled lithograph of the new Joel Robinson art, we’ll include another 18” x 24” poster and alternate slipcover with an entirely different design from artist Laz Marquez (Creepshow)! (Please note that the Deluxe poster and alternate slipcase offer will be made at limited quantity however. Only 2000 are being produced and we expect to sell out.)

3. THE CRAFT (Collector’s Edition) (1996) – High school is tough enough without adding witchcraft to it! We will be brewing up a definitive edition of the 90s fan favorite directed by Andrew Fleming. Expected street date: Early 2019

4. THE CRITTERS COLLECTION (1986-1992) – The creature-feature hit franchise finally comes to Blu-ray for the first time!
• All four Critters film will be housed in a collectible rigid slipcase with newly-commissioned art by Laz Marquez.
• Each film inside will receive a dedicated blu-ray case featuring original theatrical and home entertainment artwork.
• New extras are in progress and will be announced on a later date.
• National street date is planned for Nov 27th but if you order directly from us on www.shoutfactory.com we are offering a great website exclusive offer where you will not only receive a free 28.5″ X 16.5″ rolled lithograph of the new slipcase art, we’ll include another lithograph that has different design variant (also designed by Laz Marquez.)! (Lithos are only being made at limited quantity however. 1000 are being produced.)

5. DRACULA: PRINCE OF DARKNESS (Collector’s Edition) (1966) – We’re sinking our fangs into the Hammer Films classic starring Christopher Lee that will include an all-new film transfer. (Expect more Hammer films in 2019 BTW!). Expected street date: Dec

6. OBSESSION (Collector’s Edition) (1976) – We add another Brian DePalma film into our roster with his underrated thriller starring Cliff Robertson, Genevieve Bujold and John Lithgow. Expected street date: Early 2019

7. SATURDAY THE 14TH (1981) – Often requested, this goofy horror-comedy starring Richard Benjamin and Paula Prentiss finally gets a Blu-ray format release. Expected street date: Early 2019

8.SCREAMERS (1995) –The (also often requested) sci-fi thriller starring Peter Weller and Jennifer Rubin makes its Blu-ray debut. Expected street date: Early 2019

9. SINGLE WHITE FEMALE (1992) – Living with a roommate can be murder! Bridget Fonda and Jennifer Jason Leigh discover the hard way in Barbet Schroeder’s psychotic thriller. First time to Blu-ray! (Finally!). National street date is Nov 13th but if you order it directly from our site we’ll send it out two weeks early.

10. SILENT NIGHT DEADLY NIGHT PART 2 (Collector’s Edition) (1987) – Because one can never have enough killer Santas right? We’ll be celebrating “Garbage Day” this Dec with the slasher-y sequel to the infamous original.

11. SLEEPWALKERS (Collector’s Edition) (1992) – Director Mick Garris and Stephen King teamed up in the early 90s and concocted this wild and frightening tale of family and felines. Extras are in progress and will be announced on a later date, but we can confirm that Mr. Garris is very much involved in them. The newly-designed cover comes to us from artist Devon Whitehead (Trick r’ Treat) and the reverse cover will showcase the original theatrical one-sheet concept. National street date is planned for Nov 11th but if you order directly from us on our site you’ve receive it two weeks early and get a free 18” x 24” rolled poster of the new art. (Poster is made at limited quantity however. 750 are being produced.)

12. STARMAN (Collector’s Edition) (1984) – We just cannot get enough of John Carpenter! His sci-fi excursion starring Jeff Bridges and Karen Allen is being prepped for a more worthy special edition with new extras. Expected street date: Dec

13. URBAN LEGEND (Collector’s Edition) (1998) – We’re very excited for this modern-day slasher classic! This will be a 2-disc set featuring A LOT of new extras courtesy of Director Jamie Blanks and participation from many of the cast and crew. (Exact details to be announced on a later date.) The newly-designed cover you see comes to us from artist Joel Robinson and the reverse cover will showcase the original theatrical one-sheet concept. National street date is planned for Nov 20th but if you order directly from us on our site you’ve receive it two weeks early and get a free 18” x 24” rolled poster of the new art. (Poster is made at limited quantity however. 750 are being produced.)

14. URBAN LEGENDS: FINAL CUT (2000) – We couldn’t ignore the sequel of course. (It’s pretty deserving of a second look actually). First time on Blu-ray and features an eclectic cast including Jennifer Morrison, Joey Lawrence and Eva Mendes to name a few. National street date is Nov 20th but if you order it directly from our site we’ll send it out two weeks early!

All releases are for U.S. and Canadian Territories. Please keep in mind all dates are subject to change.

CANDYMAN, CRITTERS, SINGLE WHITE FEMALE, SLEEPWALKERS, URBAN LEGEND and URBAN LEGENDS: FINAL CUT are all available to pre-order now at www.shoutfactory.com. 

Also on a non-title related note, we are offering Exclusive Scream Factory limited-edition enamel pins for the first time too. At 1 1/4″ high and 1 1/2″ wide, with a hard enamel finish, this collector’s edition pin is a real scream! These are available now at www.shoutfactory.com

Whew! That was quite a lot of info. Which announced title are you looking forward to this most??

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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.

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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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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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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.

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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.

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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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