Written by John Edward Betancourt All Key Art and Photographs Courtesy of Shudder.
Ten years ago, the landscape of the world of horror changed, thanks to AMC Networks. Courtesy of the creation of Shudder. A streaming service dedicated to horror and well, when it debuted, few had any idea of the ride that was to follow. For soon, Shudder went from being a collection of classic horror stories to an outright destination for fans of the genre. Because soon, original programming came about, the kind that gave rise to the return of Joe Bob Briggs, and where the Boulet Brothers found a home for their work, and so much more. Since original documentaries were everywhere to be found and soon, original horror stories and movies, the likes of which no other streamer or network has rivaled.
Which brought about, utter domination for Shudder, since it truly became the premier streamer for horror, and it has not released its zombie like grip on the title. For it continues to bring forth stunning features, some of which are now finding their way into theaters and to celebrate their tenth anniversary, Shudder is offering up a year-long celebration of the genre. One that starts with their annual Halfway to Halloween event, and will be followed by all kinds of fan events and activations and a lovely curation of horror classics, all of which we will highlight for you now, as we all prepare to take part in the grand celebration of Shudder, and all the wondrous scares its sent our way for ten years now, and hopefully… ten years more and beyond. Shudder’s 10th Anniversary Celebration Highlights
Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium horror streaming service, will mark its 10-year anniversary and a decade of the best in horror with its most terrifyingly ambitious programming slate to date, special fan events, customized merchandise and more. Shudder 10, which kicks off during the streamer’s annual “Halfway to Halloween” horror-thon, will also feature a nationwide screening tour, “Shudder 10 Screening Series,” featuring a curated selection of Shudder films. The 10-year milestone follows a successful 2024 for Shudder as the streamer claimed six of the year’s top 10 titles on Rotten Tomatoes 2024 Horror list with Late Night with the Devil landing in the #1 spot.
“Since day one, Shudder has hoped to showcase the breadth and depth of horror, crafting and releasing provocative, frightening work with renowned masters and pioneering new voices, said Sam Zimmerman, Head of Programming for Shudder. “It’s humbling to establish a mark on the genre we love so much, at a time when horror is perhaps more widely embraced than ever before. We’re incredibly thankful to the passionate fanbase that’s joined us these last ten years and to the immeasurably talented filmmakers and producers who have trusted Shudder to share their thrilling stories with our audience. This year, we celebrate where Shudder’s been and give our members a taste of the horrors to come.” “Shudder perfectly represents our targeted streaming approach, offering a deep and highly-curated selection of films and series programmed by horror superfans for all horror fans,” said Courtney Thomasma, EVP of Linear and Streaming Products at AMC Networks. “As horror continues to grow in popularity, Shudder is leading the charge – for the most passionate fans as well as those just starting to explore the depth and variety of the category – with a lineup that continually showcases how clever and multifaceted and fantastically fun the genre can be.” An overview of Shudder 10 activities is below: Shudder’s Halfway to Halloween:
More Killer Films & Series:
The Fest is also featuring the North American premiere of Monster Island, a Centerpiece screening of The Ugly Stepsister, and Clown In A Cornfield serving as the Closing Night event. Additional screenings include Best Wishes To All and Fréwaka, and the streamer’s upcoming sci-fi thriller ASH, starring Aaron Paul and Eiza González, from Grammy-nominated artist and filmmaker Flying Lotus, who will serve as the inaugural Guest Curator of the Festival, including a personal selection of retro programming.
The tour will make stops at IFC Center in New York City, Music Box in Chicago, SIFF in Seattle, The Coolidge in Boston, Popcorn Frights Film Festival in Fort Lauderdale, Gateway Film Center in Columbus, Screenland Armor in Kansas City, all Soho House locations and more. (Film schedule and additional details to come). Fan Activations:
On Social:
The #Shudder10 campaign will include video shoutouts from Shudder alumni talent and filmmakers including David Dastmalchian, Flying Lotus, The Boulet Brothers and more. And fans can get recommendations with top 10 collections from the past decade from horror favorites such as Barbara Crampton, Josh Ruben and Spider One, to name a few. Halfway to Halloween Event Highlights
FILMS‘825 Forest Road’
Shudder Original Film
Directed by Stephen Cognetti Streaming On Shudder April 4 Available in US, CA, AU, NZ, UK&I Synopsis From the creator of the Hell House LLC franchise, Stephen Cognetti, the film centers on Chuck Wilson starting a new life after a family tragedy when he moves to the town of Ashland Falls with his wife Maria and little sister Elizabeth. But he quickly discovers that the town has a dark secret. The ghost of Helen Foster has terrorized residents for decades, since her own suicide back in the ‘40s. Finding Helen’s old home is key to ending the hauntings, but the address they have doesn’t match any of the town’s existing streets. When Chuck realizes his family might be in danger of Helen’s wrath, he takes it upon himself to locate 825 Forest Road before it’s too late. ‘Shadow of God’
Shudder Original Film
Directed by Michael Peterson Streaming On Shudder April 11 Available in US, AU, NZ, UK&I Synopsis When several of his fellow Vatican exorcists are simultaneously killed, Father Mason Harper returns to his childhood home to spend time with childhood friend while he awaits orders from the Church. However, this small town holds dark secrets about Mason's past and the religious organization once run by his father, Angus. Thought dead, Angus reappears, forcing a reunion between father and son. But Angus is different now, and before long, Mason suspects he’s possessed, not by the devil, but by something… holy. When Mason attempts to exorcise the presence from his father, he sets off a chain of events that may end in a cataclysm of biblical proportions testing everything he holds sacred. ‘Dead Mail’
Shudder Original Film
Directed by Joe DeBoer and Kyle McConaghy Streaming On Shudder April 18 Available in US, CA, AU, NZ, UK&I Synopsis On a desolate, Midwestern county road, a bound man crawls towards a remote postal box, managing to slide a blood-stained plea-for-help message into the slot before a panicking figure closes in behind him. The note makes its way to the desk of Jasper, a seasoned ‘dead letter’ investigator at a 1980s midwestern post office. As he begins to piece together the letter’s origins, it leads him down a violent, unforeseen path to a kidnapped keyboard engineer and his eccentric business associate. ‘Fréwaka’
Directed by Aislinn Clarke
Streaming On Shudder April 25 Available in US, CA, AU, NZ, UK Synopsis Irish folk horror from Aislinn Clarke (The Devil’s Doorway) follows home care worker Shoo, who is sent to a remote village to care for an agoraphobic woman who fears the neighbors as much as she fears the Na Sídhe — sinister entities who she believes abducted her decades before. As the two develop a strangely deep connection, Shoo is consumed by the old woman’s paranoia, rituals, and superstitions, eventually confronting the horrors from her own past. TV SERIES‘The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs’
Shudder Original Series
New Episode Premieres LIVE Friday, April 4 on Shudder TV Beginning at 9pm ET; Debuts on-demand Sunday, April 6; Double Features Premiere the First Friday Every Month Available in US and CA Synopsis Lock your doors and crank the volume for a brand-new season of The Last Drive-In. Join Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl the first Friday of every month for all-new, bone-tingling double-features sure to delight horror buffs and video hounds alike, proving once again that the drive-in will never die. SHUDDER TV HIGHLIGHTS
Watch Parties Every Friday at 9pm ET – featuring new premieres and curated double features including:
Friday, April 4: The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs Season 7 New Episode Premiere Watch Party – Films TBA Friday, April 11: Spotlight on Stephen Cognetti Watch Party 825 FOREST ROAD and HELL HOUSE LLC Director’s Cut Friday, April 18: Trapped Watch Party DEAD MAIL and GLORIOUS Friday, April 25: The Movies That Made Shudder Watch Party REVENGE and ONE CUT OF THE DEAD SHUDDER RESURRECTED
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