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Clayface director added the DCU horror movie's best scene to Mike Flanagan's script "quite late in the…
Director James Watkins revealed that a key scene in the DC horror movie Clayface, involving the protagonist terrorizing a mobster's girlfriend with his shapeshifting abilities, was added late in the process and not part of Mike Flanagan's original script. The film has achieved a 75% critic score and a 94% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, and has grossed $43 million worldwide against a $44 million budget.
Original Exorcist star doesn't think we need Mike Flanagan's sequel: "It's enough already"
Original Exorcist actress Ellen Burstyn expressed skepticism about Mike Flanagan's upcoming sequel, stating that the franchise has had enough installments. Flanagan's film, titled The Exorcist: The Beginning, is described as
Mike Flanagan's Carrie TV show has been renewed for season 2 at Prime Video: "We imagined a story that goes…
Prime Video has renewed Mike Flanagan's adaptation of Stephen King's novel Carrie for a second season. The series, which reimagines the story with a focus on social media and extends beyond the original novel's ending, was a number one hit for the streaming service. Flanagan expressed gratitude for the opportunity to explore the character's story further.
Who is Matt Hagen? DC villain Clayface, explained
This article explains the origin story of the DC villain Clayface, focusing on the character Matt Hagen. It details his transformation from a Hollywood actor into the shapeshifting villain, drawing inspiration from Batman: The Animated Series and contrasting it with his comic book origins. The piece also touches on his future appearances in the DCU.
James Gunn shares list of body horror movies to watch ahead of Clayface premiere – and it's mostly David…
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn shared a list of body horror films to watch in anticipation of the upcoming movie Clayface. The list heavily features David Cronenberg's work, alongside other notable titles like John Carpenter's The Thing and Guillermo del Toro's Cronos. Gunn confirmed that Clayface will be a straight-up horror film.
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."
Clayface first reactions say the DCU horror movie "holds nothing back" and is "shockingly gruesome"
Early reactions for the DCU horror film Clayface praise its gruesome and brutal nature, with critics calling it "shockingly gruesome" and "disgusting." Directed by James Watkins and scripted by Mike Flanagan, the movie is noted for its effective body horror and strong performances, particularly from Tom Rhys Harries. The film is also highlighted for being accessible to viewers unfamiliar with DC lore and for its successful blend of horror and romance.
The Exorcist: Martyrs trailer arrives online, promising unholy horrors for Scarlett Johansson
A trailer has been released for The Exorcist: Martyrs, directed by Mike Flanagan and starring Scarlett Johansson as a detective investigating paranormal activity. The film, which also features John Leguizamo, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Laurence Fishburne, is set to arrive in theaters on March 12, 2027. This new installment aims to revive the franchise after the perceived failure of The Exorcist: Believer.
Mike Flanagan dreams of directing a new Jaws or Jurassic World movie
Filmmaker Mike Flanagan expressed interest in directing new installments for the Jaws and Jurassic World franchises. He stated a desire to make a "true dinosaur horror film" for Jurassic World and acknowledged the challenge of surpassing the original Jaws, but saw room for improvement in its sequels. Flanagan's interest was revealed during a Reddit AMA.
The 5 best Halloween Horror movies to stream on Netflix, HBO Max, and more (October 9-15)
This article recommends five Stephen King horror movie adaptations available to stream on services like Netflix and HBO Max for the Halloween season. The list includes "Carrie," "The Shining," "IT," "Misery," and "Gerald's Game," highlighting their strengths and availability.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (October 9-11)
This week's streaming highlights include new adaptations and original series across major platforms. Prime Video offers a modern take on Stephen King's Carrie, while Netflix presents the supernatural thriller Below and Apple TV features John Cena in the action-comedy Matchbox: The Movie. Paramount Plus expands the Avatar universe with Avatar: Seven Havens, and Netflix also adds the thriller Animals.
Mike Flanagan says his Carrie series could lead to "something else down the line," and would "love to know a lot more about" the mystery women we meet in the finale
Director Mike Flanagan discussed the potential for future seasons of his Carrie TV series, stating that while the current season honors the character's arc, there is significant potential for exploring the mystery women introduced later in the season. He expressed a desire to know more about these characters and hinted at the possibility of a Carrie trilogy, with star Summer H. Howell also keen to return.
Carrie stars Matthew Lillard and Amber Midthunder say the fate of their characters makes perfect sense: "In Mike…
Actors Matthew Lillard and Amber Midthunder discuss the fates of their characters in Mike Flanagan's new adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie. They express trust in Flanagan's vision, believing the tragic endings for their characters, Henry Grayle and Rita Desjardin, contribute to the story's themes of overwhelming circumstances and the potential for children to break under pressure.
Carrie's Mike Flanagan explains why he chose to exclude one infamous scene: "I didn't have much of a…
Director Mike Flanagan explains his decision to omit the infamous pig slaughtering scene from his adaptation of Carrie, finding the cruelty of the human characters more horrific. The scene, present in both the novel and the 1976 film, was depicted off-screen in the TV series.
Mike Flanagan's Exorcist sequel gets its first teaser as horror legend calls it "unsafely dark"
Director Mike Flanagan has released the first teaser for his upcoming horror film, The Exorcist: Martyrs, starring Scarlett Johansson and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Flanagan described the movie as "unsafely dark" but ultimately hopeful, with a theatrical release planned for March 12, 2027.
Clayface star worked through his "anxiety" during screen testing by playing Elden Ring for three months
Tom Rhys Harries, who plays Clayface in the upcoming DCU film, revealed he played Elden Ring for three months to manage anxiety during screen testing. He praised the script for its depth and compared it to a Greek tragedy. The film, also starring Kit Connor, is set for release on October 23.
Mike Flanagan changed the infamous period scene in his version of Carrie because "we needed to talk about the…
Director Mike Flanagan discusses his modern adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie, emphasizing the integration of social media and cell phones to amplify the cruelty Carrie faces. He explains that this change was crucial for addressing the normalization of cruelty in today's teenage experience, a sentiment echoed by Stephen King himself who praised the adaptation's commentary.
Carrie stars want to create a version of the mother-daughter relationship that we've never seen before: "They…
The upcoming Prime Video adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie, created by Mike Flanagan, offers a fresh perspective on the mother-daughter relationship between Carrie and Margaret White. Actors Summer H. Howell and Samantha Sloyan highlight the humane and fleshed-out portrayal of their dynamic, which even Stephen King himself has praised for its brilliance and commentary on social media.
Despite writing the script, Mike Flanagan says he hasn't seen Clayface and it's "very much not mine"
Mike Flanagan, credited as the writer for the upcoming DCU film Clayface, states he has not seen the movie and that it is "very much not mine." He explained that after submitting his script, the project moved to director James Watkins, and Flanagan has not been involved since. The film, starring Tom Rhys Harries and Naomi Ackie, is set to release on October 23.
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.'
