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SHUDDER GOES BIG AT NEW YORK COMIC CON WITH MULTI-PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR 2025

Published

8 months ago

10/20/2024

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural, previewed its highly anticipated 2025 film lineup during a special panel at New York Comic Con 2024. The event, titled “Shudder is here to Scare the S*** Out of You,” was led by Shudder’s VP of Programming, Samuel Zimmerman, and featured a distinguished group of horror industry talents including actors David Dastmalchian and Devon Sawa, musician and director Flying Lotus, actor and director Kate Siegel, and director Tina Romero. During the panel, Shudder revealed several key updates: the upcoming release of DARK MATCH, a wrestling-themed horror film debuting on January 31, 2025, and a first-look teaser for the sci-fi horror feature ASH, set for theatrical release through RLJE Films and streaming on Shudder in 2025. Additionally, Shudder confirmed the greenlight for the highly anticipated eighth installment of the V/H/S franchise.

“At New York Comic Con we are not only celebrating an exciting 2024 at Shudder, showcasing the fearless and provocative voices of our filmmakers, but looking ahead,” commented Samuel Zimmerman. “As 2025 and our 10th anniversary draws near, DARK MATCH, V/H/S/8, and ASH are just the beginning of our boldest, most frightening year yet.”

Shudder has acquired the US, UKI, and ANZ rights to DARK MATCH, written and directed by Lowell Dean and starring wrestling superstar Chris Jericho (TERRIFIER 2), Ayisha Issa (TRANSPLANT), Steven Ogg (THE WALKING DEAD, WESTWORLD), Sara Canning (THE VAMPIRE DIARIES), Michael Eklund (THE CALL) and Jonathan Cherry (GOON). In DARK MATCH, a small-time wrestling company accepts a well-paying gig in a backwoods town only to learn, too late, that the community is run by a mysterious cult leader with devious plans for their match. The film will debut on Shudder on January 31, 2025.

The found footage franchise V/H/S will continue with an eighth film, set to debut on Shudder in 2025. The news comes on the heels of a record-breaking opening for the latest installment V/H/S/BEYOND, which debuted on Friday, October 4 and became the #2 most streamed film of all time across Shudder and AMC+ and the most streamed movie in the V/H/S franchise.

RLJE Films and Shudder have acquired the US rights to Grammy Award Winner Flying Lotus’ second feature ASH. The film stars Eiza González (BABY DRIVER, 3 BODY PROBLEM), Aaron Paul (BREAKING BAD, WESTWORLD), Iko Uwais (THE RAID, THE NIGHT COMES FOR US), Beulah Koale (NEXT GOAL WINS), and Kate Elliott (WENTWORTH), and will feature an original score composed by Flying Lotus, whose previous films include the Shudder Original KUSO and a segment in V/H/S/99. ASH will have a wide theatrical release through RLJE Films and streaming on Shudder in 2025. On the mysterious planet of Ash, Riya (González) awakens to find her crew slaughtered. When a man named Brion (Paul) arrives to rescue her, an ordeal of psychological and physical terror ensues while Riya and Brion must decide if they can trust one another to survive.

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Houston: Celebrate THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME by participating in “The Houstonian Scheme”

Published

1 week ago

05/29/2025

Ted (Steady)

Through June 3rd you can participate in festivities around the city of Houston celebrating the release of Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme which stars Benicio Del Toro, Bryan Cranston, Michael Cera and many more. And be sure to catch the film when it opens in theaters June 6. See the full itinerary below.

MAY 31

WES ANDERSON FILM SERIES: Experience the Wes Anderson classic on the big screen – The Life Aquatic (May 31)—at the historic River Oaks Theatre.

MAY 27 – JUNE 1

BRAZOS BOOKSTORE: Stop by Brazos Bookstore to explore their curated selection of Wes Anderson Collection books and participate in the “Where’s Wes?” in-store photo op for a chance to win giveaways on behalf of The Phoenician Scheme.

MAY 31-JUNE 1

VOODOO DOUGHNUT – MONTROSE: Channel your inner Zsa-zsa Korda and score a grenade doughnut—free for the first 100 guests who present this invitation at Voodoo Doughnut Montrose (1214 Westheimer Road). Available while supplies last.

JUNE 2

LEO’S RIVER OAKS: Sip and savor in style with “The Phoenician Scheme” cocktail—available for one day only at Leo’s River Oaks.

JUNE 3

THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME HOUSTON SPECIAL SCREENING! Visit one of the prior locations to enter to win passes.

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Texas Residents: Win Advanced Screening Passes to ‘How to Train Your Dragon’

Published

1 week ago

05/28/2025

Ted (Steady)

FOR A CHANCE TO WIN, CHOOSE YOUR CITY LINK BELOW

Screenings take place Mon June 9th @ 7:00 pm CST. Arrive early! Seating is limited.

AUSTIN – Use code: bamNc98215
Location: AMC Barton Creek Square 14 IMAX
2901 Capital of Texas Hwy, 78746

DALLAS – Use code: IumwS05122
Location: AMC Northpark 15
8687 N Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75225

HOUSTON – Use code: ZZlBx17588
Location: Regal Edwards Houston Marq’E
7600 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024

SAN ANTONIO – Use code: rCQXt39176
Location: AMC Rivercenter 11
849 E. Commerce St., 78205

Download and Print the How To Train Your Dragon Activity Kit here: Activity Kit link

From three-time Oscar^® nominee and Golden Globe winner Dean DeBlois, the creative visionary behind DreamWorks Animation’s acclaimed How to Train Your Dragon trilogy, comes a stunning live-action reimagining of the film that launched the beloved franchise.

On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames; The Black Phone, For All Mankind) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his voice role from the animated franchise), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.

With the fierce and ambitious Astrid (BAFTA nominee Nico Parker; Dumbo, The Last of Us) and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber (Nick Frost; Snow White and the Huntsman, Shaun of the Dead) by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding. As an ancient threat emerges, endangering both Vikings and dragons, Hiccup’s friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

The film also stars Julian Dennison (Deadpool 2), Gabriel Howell (Bodies), Bronwyn James (Wicked), Harry Trevaldwyn (Smothered), Ruth Codd (The Midnight Club), BAFTA nominee Peter Serafinowicz (Guardians of the Galaxy) and Murray McArthur (Game of Thrones).

How to Train Your Dragon is written, produced and directed by DeBlois. It is also produced by three-time Oscar^® nominee Marc Platt (Wicked, La La Land) and Emmy winner Adam Siegel (Drive, 2 Guns). How To Train Your Dragon is part of the Filmed For IMAX^® Program, which offers filmmakers IMAX^® technology to help them deliver the most immersive movie experience to audiences around the world.

Inspired by Cressida Cowell’s New York Times bestselling book series, DreamWorks Animation’s How to Train Your Dragon franchise has captivated global audiences, earning four Academy Award^® nominations and grossing more than $1.6 billion at the global box-office. Now, through cutting-edge visual effects, DeBlois transforms his beloved animated saga into a breathtaking live-action spectacle, bringing the epic adventures of Hiccup and Toothless to life with jaw-dropping realism as they discover the true meaning of friendship, courage and destiny.

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Austin/Dallas: Win a pair of advanced screening passes to ‘Ballerina’

Published

1 week ago

05/27/2025

Ted (Steady)

FOR A CHANCE TO WIN, CLICK YOUR CITY LINK BELOW

Screenings takes place Mon June 2nd @ 7:00pm CST. Arrive early! Seating is limited.

AUSTIN – Use Code: jlRoc58412
Location: Regal Metropolitan Stadium 14
901 Little Texas Lane, 78745

DALLAS – Use Code: lGaeq11291
Location: AMC NorthPark 15
8687 N. Central Expressway, 75225

SYNOPSIS: Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Eve Macarro begins her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.: Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Eve Macarro begins her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.