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Danganronpa could be adapted into a TV show according to uncovered copyright listing
A copyright listing has revealed that a Danganronpa TV show adaptation is being discussed between Spike Chunsoft and Blumhouse Television. While not a confirmation, the listing indicates that Blumhouse holds the rights for a potential future greenlight. The murder mystery game series, created by Kazutaka Kodaka, features 'Ultimate' students forced into a killing game.
Street Fighter's Chun-Li star loves Dead by Daylight, and wants to audition for the Blumhouse movie: "Guys,…
Street Fighter actor Callina Liang, a self-proclaimed "huge gamer" who has invested over 100 hours into Dead by Daylight, expressed her strong desire to audition for the upcoming Dead by Daylight movie adaptation by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster. Liang, who has met with Blumhouse representatives, believes her extensive knowledge of the game would be invaluable to the production.
5 biggest announcements from New York Comic Con 2026
New York Comic Con 2026 featured major announcements across movies, TV, and comics. Marvel Television revealed the live-action spy thriller "Zodiac" and three "Marvel Zombies" specials, while Nickelodeon expanded the "Avatar" franchise with a new series about Avatar Kuruk. DC Comics unveiled the highly anticipated "Absolute Justice" series and an animated adaptation of "Absolute Batman."
Blumhouse Partners With MatPat to Make Amanda the Adventurer Movie, Confirms More Indie Horror Game Adaptations Are Coming | NYCC 2026
Blumhouse Productions is partnering with YouTube personality Matthew 'MatPat' Patrick to develop movie adaptations of viral indie horror games, starting with Amanda the Adventurer. This collaboration signals Blumhouse's intent to expand into more indie horror game adaptations.
IT star Jessica Chastain's new horror movie Other Mommy opens to seriously low Rotten Tomatoes score
Jessica Chastain's new horror film, "Other Mommy," has opened to overwhelmingly negative reviews, currently holding a 20% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Directed by Rob Savage, the film is criticized for relying too heavily on marketing material and lacking originality, despite Chastain's performance.
The top 5 movies you need to watch in October 2026
October 2026 is set to be a packed month for movie releases, featuring a mix of horror, action, and superhero films. Highlights include the horror flick 'Other Mommy,' the action-comedy 'Matchbox: The Movie,' the survival thriller 'Whalefall,' and the DCU body horror film 'Clayface.' The list also notes the upcoming 'Street Fighter' movie, following the success of 'Resident Evil.'
Billy the Puppet rises from the dead as Saw 11 finds its director, but fans think the horror franchise is getting an…
A new Saw movie is in development with Mike P. Nelson directing and the script titled 'Saw,' not 'Saw 11,' leading fans to believe it's a soft reboot rather than a direct sequel. James Wan and Leigh Whannell are reportedly aiming to return the franchise to its roots, with fans expressing mixed feelings about the direction and the potential departure from the established continuity.
Netflix weekend watchlist: 3 films to queue up (Aug. 29-30)
This weekend's Netflix watchlist features three films: the crime thriller 'The Whisper Man' starring Robert De Niro, the acclaimed animated superhero film 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' featuring Miles Morales, and the horror hit 'M3GAN'. 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' is also mentioned as a recent box office success.
Prime Video Is Reviving RoboCop as an Eight-Episode Series — and It’s Dodging One Key Question
Prime Video is reviving RoboCop as an eight-episode television series produced by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, with Peter Ocko serving as creator. The series will explore themes of technology, identity, and corporate power, preserving the spirit of the original 1987 film. Key details such as the cast and release window remain unconfirmed, and the official synopsis notably omits the character's name, Alex Murphy, and the corporation Omni Consumer Products.
Maybe Not Everything Needs To Be A Fortnite Collab
This opinion piece critiques Epic Games' decision to collaborate with the horror film Obsession for a Fortnite ad, arguing that the ad misses the film's core themes and is inappropriate given the game's younger demographic. The author suggests that not all popular IPs are suitable for Fortnite collaborations, especially when the marketing fails to grasp the source material's context.
Horror fans are raving over the first nightmare-inducing trailer for Other Mommy that played before The Odyssey this weekend: "Won't allow me to sleep for the foreseeable future"
The first trailer for the Blumhouse horror film Other Mommy, starring Jessica Chastain and directed by Rob Savage, has generated significant buzz among horror fans after playing before The Odyssey. The trailer features a terrifying jump scare and introduces a sinister doppelgänger entity. The film is set to release in theaters on October 9.
1.0-släppet av spökjägarspelet Phasmophobia försenas till 2027
Kinetic Games has announced that the 1.0 release of their co-op ghost hunting game Phasmophobia has been delayed to 2027 to prioritize quality. While the full release is postponed, the developers plan to release updates throughout the year, including a revamped 13 Willow Street map, bug fixes, and character improvements. A Phasmophobia film is also in development with Blumhouse.
Blumhouse CEO tells fans to "have faith" after bringing on board a lesser-known horror helmer to direct the…
Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum defended the choice of Icelandic filmmaker Thordur Palsson to direct the upcoming Dead by Daylight movie adaptation, urging fans to have faith. Palsson is known for the Netflix series The Valhalla Murders and the upcoming monster movie The Damned. Blum drew parallels to the success of Five Nights at Freddy's director Emma Tammi, who was also not widely known before helming the hit video game adaptation.
Dead By Daylight Movie Finds Its Director In The Chilling Mind Behind The Damned
Thordur Palsson, known for "The Damned" and "The Valhalla Murders," has been chosen to direct the upcoming big-screen adaptation of the survival-horror game Dead by Daylight. The film will be produced by Blumhouse Atomic Monster, with Jason Blum expressing confidence in Palsson's vision. The script is penned by Alexandre Aja and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick.
Dead by Daylight movie officially greenlit at Blumhouse, but still no word on which horror icons could appear
Blumhouse has officially greenlit a Dead by Daylight movie, with Thordur Palsson set to direct. The film, based on the popular multiplayer horror game, is expected to begin filming in 2027. While no cast has been announced, fans have been speculating about potential actors for survivor and killer roles.
Dead by Daylight movie adaptation has found its director
Thordur Palsson has been appointed as the director for the upcoming Dead by Daylight film adaptation, produced by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster in conjunction with Behaviour Interactive. Palsson aims to capture the dread and tension of the game, with filming expected to begin in 2027. The movie is being made with the game's fans in mind.
A Dead by Daylight movie is in the works at Blumhouse
Blumhouse has announced a film adaptation of the popular asymmetrical horror game Dead by Daylight, with Thordur Palsson set to direct. This marks Blumhouse's continued involvement in video game adaptations, following their success with Five Nights at Freddy's. The movie is expected to explore the game's lore and the origins of its original characters and the mysterious Entity.
"My journey doesn't feel that different from David Fincher or Steven Spielberg's": The new class of horror filmmakers is here, and they're all graduates of YouTube
A new wave of horror filmmakers is emerging from YouTube, leveraging their established fanbases and content creation skills to break into the film industry. Directors like Curry Barker and Kane Parsons, along with Markiplier's adaptation of Iron Lung, demonstrate a successful transition from online platforms to cinematic releases, often with a focus on fast-paced, engaging narratives.
IGN, Atomic Monster & Blumhouse Are Teaming Up for Mortal Kombat II
IGN is partnering with Atomic Monster and Blumhouse to offer a collectible item related to Mortal Kombat II. The announcement coincides with the film's theatrical release.
So long, Red Face Demon! Insidious 6 is set to introduce "funny", Dracula-esque villain played by A Knight of…
The upcoming horror film Insidious: Out of the Further will introduce a new villain named Cyrus, portrayed by Sam Spruell. Unlike previous demons, Cyrus is described as "disarmingly funny" and "sort of like Dracula." Lin Shaye reprises her role as medium Elise Rainier in the film, which follows a single mother who can bring lost souls into the real world, attracting Cyrus's attention.
