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While it might not seem very Christmas-y, Robert Eggers’ horror remake “Nosferatu” does partly take place at Christmas, which is a very unhappy holiday for all involved. And since the movie opened on Dec. 25, you can also spend your own Christmas break watching it.

Naturally, horror and holidays go together like, well… The Grinch and the town of Whoville. Here’s a few of the better genre offerings with maximum — and frightfully merry — mayhem.

Plus, there’s no end of killer Santa movies, including “Violent Night” with David Harbour and one where a robotic Santa run amok, if those are more to your liking. But for now, check out our list, below:

Olivia Hussey in “Black Christmas” (Credit: Warner Bros.) Black Christmas (1974)

Bob Clark’s still-shocking slasher takes place at a sorority house over the holidays where a creepy guy keeps calling… before he begins killing. Olivia Hussey, Karen Allen...

Pushpa 2 Hindi Box Office Day 17 Strikes 2 More Prabhas – Shraddha Kapoor Records!(Photo Credit – Instagram)

Hysteria continues at the Hindi box office as Allu Arjun hits a massive total of an estimated 667 crore* in only 17 days! This means, on an average, Pushpa 2 Hindi box office earned almost 39 crore every single day and this is sheer madness!

In 17 days, Allu Arjun has already hit some of the biggest records – the biggest Hindi film of 2024, the biggest Hindi dubbed South Indian film at the box office, the biggest Hindi dubbed South Indian franchise at the box office, and entering the 1000 crore club. On the 17th day, it has hit two more records!

Pushpa 2 Box Office Day 17 Estimates

On the 17th day, December 21, the 3rd Saturday, Pushpa 2 roared at the box office yet again bringing as much as 20 – 22 crore with its Hindi version. This is almost 83% jump at the box office compared to the previous day’s 12.5 crore.

Casting announcements for the upcoming horror film Scream 7 are coming in quickly! The latest to join the cast is Hysteria! star Anna Camp, and we're curious about who she will be playing in the new movie. Unfortunately, character details are being kept secret, but this isn't surprising, as most of the previous casting announcements didn't include character details either.

Camp's casting comes just a day after the announcement that Mason Gooding would be reprising his role as Chad Meeks-Martin from Scream (2022) and Scream VI in the seventh installment. Also joining the cast in new roles are Asa Germann, Mckenna Grace (Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire), Celeste O’Connor (Madame Web), and Sam Rechner (The Fabelmans).

Neve Campbell, who portrayed Sidney Prescott in the first five Scream movies, returns in this iconic role for Scream 7. In addition, Isabel May (1923) will play Sidney's daughter in the film. Plot details are being kept confidential,...

The popular slasher franchise “Scream” will return to theaters on February 27, 2026, with a new film starring known faces and new talent. Anna Camp, a veteran actress, has joined the cast, adding to the buzz around this highly anticipated horror sequel.

Kevin Williamson, the original screenwriter who redefined the horror genre with the breakthrough 1996 film, will return as director. Guy Busick wrote the script, while James Vanderbilt, William Sherak, and Paul Neinstein of Project X Entertainment will produce.

Neve Campbell will reprise her legendary role as Sidney Prescott, while Mason Gooding returns as Chad Meeks-Martin. Isabel May, who will play Sidney’s kid, joins Celeste O’Connor, Asa Germann, Mckenna Grace, Sam Rechner, and, most recently, Anna Camp.

Camp is recognized for her work in “Pitch Perfect” and “The Help.” Her selection comes at a critical juncture for the franchise, following the success of “Scream VI,” which grossed over $108 million in the United States alone,...

The cast continues to grow for the upcoming Scream 7. After news that “Core Four” actor Mason Gooding would return, Deadline reports that “Hysteria!” actor Anna Camp has joined the cast.

Scream 7 is currently slated to slash into theaters on February 27, 2026.

Character details remain as under wraps as the plot, which means that it’s not clear who Camp will play in the seventh installment. The actor recently starred opposite Bruce Campbell in Peacock’s delightful horror comedy series “Hysteria” as well as recent horror movie From Black.

The cast for Scream 7 also thus far includes Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott, Gooding as Chad Meeks-Martin, Celeste O’Connor (Ghostbusters: Afterlife), Mckenna Grace (Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire), Sam Rechner (The Fabelmans), Asa Germann and Isabel May. Isabel May is playing Sidney Prescott’s daughter, with the upcoming sequel expected to largely bring the focus back onto Sidney and her family.

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It's been a great year for new shows on Peacock, capped off by The Day of the Jackal. There's still one more good show coming this year (Laid starring Stephanie Hsu on Dec. 19!), but for the most part, we've seen all we needed to see to share the best Peacock shows of 2024!

We picked the six best Peacock shows of the year and shared the list. If you need something to watch on Peacock and you missed one of these good shows, this is the list for you.

Let's get the list started with the biggest Peacock hit of the year, The Day of the Jackal starring Eddie Redmayne.

The Day of the Jackal The Day Of The Jackal -- Episode 105 -- Pictured: Eddie Redmayne as The Jackal -- (Photo by: Marcell Piti/Carnival Film & Television Limited)

The Day of the Jackal is definitely the most popular show on this list.

It’s that time of year again when the European Film Promotion has announced the ten up-and-coming European acting talents selected for the 28th edition of European Shooting Stars.

Presented to the international press, film industry, and public during the 75th Berlinale (13–23 February 2025). As part of this initiative, the actors will participate in a tailor-made, four-day programme – substantially supported by Creative Europe’s Media Programme of the European Union – that will peak with the European Shooting Stars Awards Ceremony on 17 February 2025 at the Berlinale Palast.

Selected by an international jury, comprised of Romanian director and screenwriter Radu Muntean, Swedish casting director Pauline Hansson, Swiss producer Amel Soudani, French actress and former Shooting Star Ludivine Sagnier and Montenegrin journalist and curator Vuk Perović. The five experts recognised the talents‘ remarkable potential for an international career, citing several factors, including their outstanding work in feature films and drama series.

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The jury for European Shooting Stars, the program that promotes rising actors from Europe, has revealed its 2025 lineup. Shooting Stars from previous editions have included Riz Ahmed, Leonie Benesch, George MacKay, Carey Mulligan, Alba Rohrwacher, Bill Skarsgård, Alicia Vikander and Maisie Williams.

The actors will be presented to the international press, film industry and public during the 75th Berlinale, which runs Feb. 13 – 23. They will take part in a tailor-made, four-day program that will culminate with an awards ceremony on Feb. 17 at the Berlinale Palast. The program is organized by European Film Promotion and is supported by Creative Europe’s Media Programme of the European Union.

The 10 actors selected for its 28th edition are Marina Makris (Cyprus), Besir Zeciri (Denmark), Maarja Johanna Mägi (Estonia), Devrim Lingnau (Germany), Elín Hall (Iceland), Kārlis Arnolds Avots (Latvia), Šarūnas Zenkevičius (Lithuania), Lidija Kordić (Montenegro), Vicente Wallenstein (Portugal) and Frida Gustavsson (Sweden).

The Shooting Stars were...

The Girl With The Needle star Besir Zeciri and Devrim Lingnau, lead in Netflix series The Empress are among the 10 actors selected for the 2025 edition of European Film Promotion’s European Shooting Stars.

The 10 Stars will participate in a four-day programme at next year’s Berlinale, culminating with the European Shooting Stars awards ceremony on February 17 at the Berlinale Palast.

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Each Shooting Stars submission must highlight one performance from the actor’s career, which may be from an as-yet-unreleased work.

Danish entry Zeciri hails from Copenhagen, and played a leading role in Magnus von Horn...

On Friday December 6 2024, USA broadcasts Hysteria!!

Heaven’s on Fire Season 1 Episode 8 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “Heaven’s on Fire” promises to bring intense drama and suspense. Set to air on USA, this episode features the Campbells joining Tracy at the church. Tracy has a bold plan to confront and end the demonic threat that has been haunting their town. This gathering at the church sets the stage for a showdown that could change everything.

Meanwhile, Jordy and Spud find themselves in a race against time. They need to uncover Tracy’s true motives before it is too late. As they dig deeper, the stakes get higher, and the tension builds. Their friendship and determination will be tested as they navigate the dangers surrounding them.

In another twist, Dandridge is closing in on the Reverend, adding another layer of urgency to the unfolding events. The Reverend...

Consider our Modern Family revival dreams a bit dashed.

Julie Bowen is set to star in and executive-produce Taste, a new sitcom that is now in development at NBC.

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As first reported by our sister site Deadline and confirmed by TVLine, Taste would star Bowen as the “traditionalist” editor of a legacy food magazine based out of the Bay Area,...

On Friday November 29 2024, USA broadcasts Hysteria!!

It’s Late Season 1 Episode 7 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “It’s Late” promises to bring a mix of drama and suspense to the screen. In this episode, Dylan faces a tough challenge as he tries to clean up his act. He quickly discovers that making changes is not as easy as he thought. This struggle may lead to unexpected consequences for him and those around him.

Meanwhile, Chief Dandridge finds himself at a critical point in his investigation. The town is becoming restless, and the pressure is mounting. As he navigates the twists and turns of the case, the stakes are higher than ever. The tension in the town is palpable, and it seems that a resolution is needed soon.

Tracy is also in the spotlight as she is called to help confront a demonic threat that looms over the town.

In the upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “Heaven’s on Fire,” viewers can expect a thrilling mix of suspense and drama as the Campbells join forces with Tracy at the church. Tracy has a bold plan to confront the demonic threat that has haunted their town, but the stakes are high. The tension rises as Jordy and Spud realize they must act quickly to uncover Tracy’s true intentions before it’s too late.

As the episode unfolds, Dandridge intensifies his pursuit of the Reverend, adding another layer of urgency to the already tense situation. The community is on edge as secrets begin to unravel, and loyalties are tested. Meanwhile, Judith steps into her new role as a cult leader, leading her first ceremony. Her leadership will challenge her beliefs and the dynamics within the group, making for a compelling storyline.

“Heaven’s on Fire” promises to be an exciting...

On Friday November 22 2024, USA broadcasts Hysteria!!

Speaking in Tongues Season 1 Episode 6 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “Speaking in Tongues” promises to be an intense and gripping installment for fans of the series. Set to air on USA, this episode dives deep into the complexities of belief, identity, and the struggle for truth.

In this episode, Chief Dandridge’s suspicions about a cult surrounding Dylan and his friends come to light. As the investigation unfolds, Dylan and the other members find themselves at the center of Dandridge’s scrutiny. This shift in focus adds tension to their lives, as they must navigate the challenges posed by the chief’s growing concerns. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on for Dylan and his group to prove their innocence while grappling with the implications of being under investigation.

Meanwhile, Linda faces her own personal battle. After a shocking confrontation,...

The upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “It’s Late” promises to be a thrilling ride for fans. In this seventh installment of the season, Dylan finds himself on a challenging path as he attempts to clean up his act. However, he quickly realizes that turning over a new leaf is not as easy as it seems. Viewers will see Dylan struggle with his past decisions, and the weight of those choices begins to catch up with him.

Meanwhile, Chief Dandridge is deep into an investigation that takes an unexpected turn. As the town grows increasingly restless, tensions rise, and the stakes become higher. The pressure on Chief Dandridge mounts, leading to a crucial moment where he must decide the best course of action. The community’s unease adds an extra layer of urgency to the storyline, making it even more captivating.

On another front, Tracy is called upon to confront...

Peacock’s coming-of-age thriller series “Hysteria!” plunged its small Michigan town into full-blown Satanic Panic. Thanks to its teen protagonists and an atypically sympathetic police chief, order is mostly restored in Happy Hollow by season’s end.

Chief Dandridge (Bruce Campbell) had a particularly stressful arc in showrunners Matthew Scott Kane (Stitchers) and David Goodman’s (The Orville) inaugural season; the observant yet patient small-town lawman nearly succumbed to the hysteria himself and rallied to survive a near-death confrontation with The Reverend (Garret Dillahunt). The finale wraps up the season’s overarching questions, yet leaves lingering signs that The Reverend and Tracy Whitehead’s (Anna Camp) devious machinations still have roots in Happy Hollow.

Considering that Campbell plays his cop character with unconventional kindness and is billed as a guest star, not series regular, where does that leave the actor regarding the future of the series?

“Well, I am under contract,...

On Friday November 15 2024, USA broadcasts Hysteria!!

Mother Season 1 Episode 5 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “Mother” promises to delve into the complexities of love and parental concern. This episode is set to air on USA and is sure to capture the attention of fans. It focuses on Ryan and Faith, who are beginning to explore their feelings for each other just a week before Ryan’s mysterious disappearance.

As the romance blossoms, Tracy, Faith’s mother, becomes aware of the budding relationship. Tracy’s past experiences from her own teenage years in 1969 weigh heavily on her mind. She worries that Faith might make the same mistakes she did, leading Tracy to take drastic steps to protect her daughter. This conflict between mother and daughter sets the stage for tension and emotional moments in the episode.

Viewers can expect to see how the dynamics of love and fear play out.

On Friday, November 22, 2024, at 10:31 Pm, Hysteria! brings another intense episode titled “Speaking in Tongues.” As Chief Dandridge’s suspicions about a dangerous cult grow, Dylan and the other members find themselves under investigation. With the spotlight on them, the tension rises as the group faces the consequences of their involvement.

Meanwhile, Linda is struggling with a personal crisis. After a shocking confrontation, she fears she is losing herself, and it becomes unclear whether she can escape the grip of the chaos around her. The emotional stakes are high as Linda grapples with her own identity amidst mounting pressure.

Faith is also dealing with her own set of challenges. As she tries to navigate her role with Tracy and the Reverend, she struggles to stay true to herself while playing a part that may not align with her values. As the drama intensifies, viewers will be on the edge of their seats,...

The upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “Mother” promises to delve deep into the complexities of young love and parental concern. Set to air on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 10:31 Pm on USA, this episode focuses on the budding romance between Ryan and Faith. Just a week before Ryan’s mysterious disappearance, their relationship begins to blossom, bringing excitement and uncertainty.

However, the joy of young love is quickly overshadowed by Tracy’s worries. As rumors swirl about her daughter’s romance, Tracy feels compelled to intervene. Having experienced her own challenges in love during her teenage years in 1969, she fears Faith might repeat those same mistakes. Tracy’s drastic measures to protect her daughter could lead to unexpected consequences, adding tension to the storyline.

With emotional stakes high, viewers can expect a gripping exploration of love, fear, and the lengths a parent will go to safeguard their child. This episode of...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for Hysteria! Season 1.] October may be over, but spooky season never truly ends. The first season of Peacock‘s Hysteria! dropped on October 18, and the series is perfect for the person who loves horror movie vibes all year round, mixed with a love of heavy metal and nostalgia. The cast and EPs stopped by TV Insider’s New York City Comic Con studio to dish on the Satanic Panic series. First and foremost, we had to talk about the show’s jaw-dropping demon that’s straight out of our nightmares. “We wanted to make a demon that looked very heavy metal, something that could have come off of a Dio album cover or something like that, so we worked with a great graphic artist to design it and spend weeks figuring out all of how his horns were going to twist, where the fire was going to come from, all that kind of stuff,...

In the upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “Dance Macabre,” viewers can expect a mix of romance, mystery, and the usual chaos that the series brings. This episode, airing at 11:31 Pm on Friday, November 8, 2024, promises to dive deeper into the lives of its characters as Homecoming approaches.

Dylan and Judith take a big step by making their relationship official. This moment is significant for them, but not everyone is on board. Jordy and Spud express their hesitations, adding tension to the budding romance. Their concerns hint at deeper issues that may unfold as the night progresses, leaving fans curious about how this will affect the group’s dynamics.

Meanwhile, Chief Dandridge is busy questioning local suspects, which suggests that the mystery surrounding the town is far from resolved. With the Homecoming festivities looming, the pressure is on to uncover the truth. Faith, on the other hand, tries to find a...

The excitement builds for the upcoming episode of “Hysteria!” titled “Can I Play With Madness.” Set to air on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 10:31 Pm on USA, this episode promises to delve deeper into the quirky and chaotic world of Dethkrunch. The band is ready to take a big step as they host their first official Satanic cult meeting. Fans can expect a mix of humor and dark themes as the characters navigate the challenges of their unconventional gathering.

Meanwhile, Faith is on a mission of her own. She conducts an investigation that could lead to surprising revelations. Her determination to uncover the truth adds an intriguing layer to the episode, as viewers will be eager to see what she discovers and how it ties into the larger story.

Linda, on the other hand, seeks connection. She looks for anyone who can relate to her struggles, highlighting the emotional depth of the series.

Does Peacock’s new series, ‘Hysteria!’ make the list?

It’s the spooky season, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a laugh at the same time.

That’s why I’m pulling out my list of the top 7 horror comedy TV shows you can stream right now – just in time to enjoy Peacock’s newest entry to the genre with “Hysteria!” The new horror comedy series is set during the “Satanic Panic” of the late 1980s when a heavy metal band trying to take advantage of the craze finds themselves at the center of a witch-hunt. If you missed my movie list of top horror comedies, check it out here. And if you’re wondering why I don’t have a list of straight-up scary movies, the reason is simple – I don’t watch them because they terrify me. My babysitter showed me the original “It” when...

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House Of Haunts Screams Onto Kickstarter: "House of Haunts #1, the newest tale from Adam Barnhardt’s Meltdown Press, will launch pre-orders on October 22nd exclusively on Kickstarter. Barnhardt, writer behind superhero titles Sh*Tshow and Keepers of the Cosmos, serves as editor on House of Haunts, in addition to penning four of the issue’s nine short stories.

“I’ve been a lifelong things of all things monsters,...

Peacock's supernatural horror series, Hysteria!, introduces viewers to the show and one of its main actors, Jessica Treska, who plays Judith.

Hysteria! (which is unironically the title of Def Leppard's most popular album (and one of its most popular songs)) follows a high school heavy metal band that uses the Satanic Panic movement of the 1980s to build its reputation after the football team's quarterback goes missing.

All eight episodes of the show premiered on Peacock on October 18, and even though the series was just released, Hysteria showrunner and creator Matthew Scott Kane is already hoping that it will last four seasons.

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Famous horror actor Bruce Campbell is making his return to television horror with the new Peacock series “Hysteria!” The show marks Campbell’s first major horror television role since ending his run on “Ash vs Evil Dead” in 2018. In “Hysteria!,” Campbell plays Chief Dandridge, a police chief investigating strange disappearances in a town gripped by fears of satanic influences.

At 66 years old, Campbell is taking on a very different role than his most famous character, Ash Williams from “The Evil Dead” franchise. Instead of playing an unwitting hero facing supernatural chaos, Chief Dandridge enters as an established authority figure meant to solve the town’s problems. Campbell said this change was an “intriguing contrast” that brought “maturity and gravitas” to his horror work.

Set in the 1980s, “Hysteria!” explores the real-life “Satanic Panic” period where many feared secret occult threats. The show centers on a group of teenagers starting a Satan-inspired band,...

For those about to rock, we rebuke you! The very real nightmare of adolescence collides with a hellacious 40-year-old conspiracy theory in Hysteria!, Peacock‘s chilling dramedy that plays like My-So-Called Life meets the Salem Witch Trials. Set in a Midwestern suburb amid the late-‘80s “Satanic Panic” that had parents convinced hard rock was a force of evil, the chaos kicks off after a high-school football star goes missing. Seizing on the town’s sudden paranoia about cult culture, teen outcast Dylan (Emjay Anthony) and his only pals make a play for popularity by adding a Satanic slant to their struggling heavy metal band. But instead of just drawing a crowd with their pentagrams and songs about the devil, they draw the suspicion of a no-nonsense cop (Bruce Campbell), a zealous church lady (Anna Camp), and Dylan’s freaked-out mom (Julie Bowen) who all begin to fear that the...

The last few years have probably felt familiar to many, with a constant blame game in the media attributing violence and crime to one thing or another. Those who lived through the 1980s likely remember the Satanic Panic that spread through the United States, where politicians blamed all sorts of things on kids and teenagers becoming obsessed with Dungeons & Dragons and heavy metal music. This panic was reminiscent of the Salem Witch Trials, which in turn were like the Red Scare of the 1950s. Now, we get to look back at this crazy era through a modern lens, thanks to Hysteria!

Created by Matthew Scott Kane, Hysteria! looks at a small Michigan town in the 1980s where the disappearance of a popular high school student leads to theories of devil worship and supernatural influences in the community. While some parents begin to experience strange phenomena, a trio of teens decide...

Welcome to the eerie world of Hysteria!, Peacock’s new supernatural series set in 1980s Michigan. Over eight creepy episodes, the small town of Happy Hollow falls prey to moral panic when its high school football star disappears under mysterious circumstances.

As strange events unfold and rumors of devil worship spread, paranoia takes hold of the community. Amid the townspeople pointing fingers at each other, three misfit teens find themselves at the center of the controversy in their quest for fame and friendship.

Hysteria! transports us back to an era shaped by social upheaval and conservative backlash. In the fall of 1989, Happy Hollow is a typical Midwest picture of Americana—until Ryan Hudson vanishes without a trace.

When his body is discovered with occult symbols carved into his flesh, the residents are thrown into a frenzy. Seizing the suddenly rapt interest in the occult, lonely outcast Dylan Campbell hatches a...

What marks the devil? Is it a hulking figure with burnt skin and massive horns? Is it a personal enemy or unseen force? What is hell, if not a high school hallway, haunted by inner and outer demons that can only be escaped when you walk out the door?

It might be all of that, as it is in Peacock’s “Hysteria!” created by Matthew Scott Kane. In the 1980s bliss of suburban Michigan, a the high school quarterback has disappeared, a bloody pentagram left in his wake. Dylan Campbell (Emjay Anthony) gets mistaken for a Satanist by the popular Judith (Jessica Treska) because he plays in a heavy metal band with friends, so they pose as Satanists to become popular. But as fear of the occult grips the town of Happy Hollow, the innocent teens become prime suspects, and a powerful force takes root that threatens everyone.

For the most part,...

Julie Bowen and Bruce Campbell star as, respectively, a suburban mom and a seen-it-all cop in Peacock’s “Hysteria!,” which turns the very real Satanic Panic of the ’80s into a rollicking, heavy-metal flavored comedy about demons.

The two actors, who already lived through the 1980s, had very different experiences during the era. Bowen told TheWrap she grew up in a conservative family and was afraid of supposedly Satanic things like hard rock and Dungeons and Dragons. Interestingly, Campbell, who became a chainsaw-wielding horror icon in Sam Raimi’s 1981 indie “Evil Dead,” didn’t like heavy metal music either — or most of the decade, for that matter.

TheWrap spoke with both stars about revisiting the time period and how they’ve been pitching the show to their friends and family.

Nolan North, Julie Bowen and Bruce Campbell in “Hysteria!” (Credit: Peacock)

TheWrap: What was the ’80s like for you?

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When people think of Julie Bowen as an actress, Modern Family often comes to mind before anything else. Julie played the lovable role of Claire Dunphy on the show for 11 seasons starting in 2009. The sitcom is highly revered for being one of the most progressive TV shows in recent history.

Modern Family did so well that it earned tons of awards, including the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. Here’s what Julie just admitted about breaking free from the role of Claire.

Julie Bowen Is A Great Actress Beyond Modern Family

While it’s true that Modern Family is a sitcom that will have a lasting impact on TV lovers forever, it’s not the only project Julie has shined in. Julie has proven herself to be a talented star who can pull off different characters believably,...

Plot: When a beloved varsity quarterback disappears during the “Satanic Panic” of the late 1980s, a struggling high school heavy metal band of outcasts realize they can capitalize on the town’s sudden interest in the occult by building a reputation as a Satanic metal band, until a bizarre series of murders, kidnappings, and reported “supernatural activity” triggers a leather-studded witch hunt that leads directly back to them.

Review: There have been many 1980s-set retro horror movies in recent years, ranging from My Best Friend’s Exorcism to Totally Killer and more. The 80s were a bastion of paranoia about the impact of Dungeons & Dragons and heavy metal, a thread used in Netflix’s Stranger Things. The new series Hysteria! goes back to the heart of the Satanic Panic to see how one small town in Michigan deals with its own devilish challenges. Led by genre legend Bruce Campbell along with Julie Bowen,...

In the midst of the 1980s Satanic Panic and the eerie disappearance of the high school quarterback, what’s a failing band to do but rebrand itself as a Satanic metal band? Soon, business is booming— but not for the better, as they become the center of a witch hunt. The Peacock Original series “Hysteria!,” featuring Julie Bowen, Bruce Campbell, and more, premieres on Friday, Oct. 18. You can watch all eight episodes at release with Subscription to Peacock.

How to Watch “Hysteria!” When: Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 Where: Peacock Stream: Watch with a Subscription to Peacock. Sign Up $7.99+ / month peacocktv.com About “Hysteria!”

Set during the Satanic panic of the 1980s, “Hysteria” follows a struggling high school heavy metal band of outcasts who realize they can capitalize on the disappearance of a beloved varsity quarterback as whispers of occult activity and Satatic influence break out all over town. Dethkrunch members Dylan, Jordy,...

Peacock’s Hysteria! is a fun and exciting teen horror show perfect for the Halloween season. The show follows a small town in which a young boy named Dylan and his friends play in a heavy metal band. It’s the 1980s, and the “Satanic Panic” is at its height across the country, putting everybody in a stir. At the beginning of Hysteria! a jock from Dylan’s school named Ryan goes missing. What nobody knows is that he’s been picked up by a couple of men wearing odd masks that make them look almost alien-like. It’s Scream all over again. Also, Ryan was with a girl named Faith during this attack, and at first, it looks like she’s been killed, but she returns home all muddied and scared a few days later. However, she’s surprised to realize nobody actually thinks she’s been missing; they...

Peacock’s Hysteria! is just a fun teen horror show that tells the story of a town stuck in mass hysteria at the peak of the “Satanic Panic.” The show follows a teen “delinquent” (only because he’s in a heavy metal band and spends most of his life guitaring alone in the basement) Dylan, whose life changes when he pretends to be a Satanist to impress a girl. Well, technically, he does it so his band gets some love, but it also gets him the girl, so he decides to stick with it until things get (more than) a little bit out of hand. Dylan, Spud, and Jordy begin their make-believe cult when jock Ryan goes missing for a few days and the whole town speculates there are some dark forces at play. During Hysteria’s ending, we finally learn who “The Reverend” is and why Tracy’s obsessed with him.

I want to say I had my fair share of teen horror growing up, but it wouldn’t be true, because as I’m writing this, I can’t think of a single show that fits the category. I don’t know if Pretty Little Liars really counts, but my first encounter with a “horror” show outside of the Indian Shh! Koi Hai or Aahat, which first aired a year before I was born (dang), was Supernatural, which in my opinion was technically for adults. Then would it be ironic for me to say horror is my favorite genre? I wouldn’t think so. Now, don’t get me wrong, there will be those who gate-keep the genre for people who’ve only seen the “classics,” which, for the most part, I haven’t. However, this doesn’t take away from my experiences of loving the genre growing up and...

On Friday October 18 2024, Syfy broadcasts Hysteria!!

Hysteria Season 1 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode titled “Hysteria” of “Hysteria!” airing on Syfy promises to be a thrilling exploration of fear and reputation. The story centers around a high-school heavy metal band that has made a name for itself with its dark, Satanic music themes. While the band initially enjoys the attention, things take a dark turn when strange and frightening events start to occur in their town.

As reports of supernatural activity begin to circulate, the members of the band quickly become targets in a local witch hunt. The community’s fear leads to suspicion, and the band finds themselves facing accusations that threaten not only their reputation but also their safety. With tensions rising, the group must confront both the supernatural occurrences and the paranoia that grips their town.

This episode will blend elements of horror and drama, highlighting how...

If you’re a circumspect first-time TV creator given vaguely free rein, you have two choices (for the purposes of this exercise).

One, you can render your vision in the most easily digestible way possible, to make a series that is clearly promotable and satisfyingly resolved, in the hopes of engineering a hit and getting to make other shows in the future.

Or two, you can throw every idea in your brain in the general vicinity of the screen, aware that success is never guaranteed and you may never have another shot.

Sure, the result of the second course of action might be complete and utter chaos that audiences won’t know how to process and networks won’t know how to sell. Still, at least you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you left nothing on the table.

Peacock’s Hysteria! is a difficult to explain. It’s a...

October is typically home to a plethora of horror-themed content, released just in time for spooky season, and the biggest highlight of this year’s offerings is the supernatural horror-comedy Hysteria! With a rockin’ cast, a compelling story, and palpable energy, Hysteria! is a charming new show that will win the hearts of both today’s teens and those who grew up in the era in which it is set.

Hysteria! Review

Hysteria! is set in a conservative small town in the late 1980s amid the Satanic Panic, as a group of teenagers with a garage band decide to start a fake cult to make themselves more popular. When a local boy is found murdered, things get out of hand, and they become involved in a conspiracy that is bigger than they ever could have imagined.

Hysteria! — “Can I Play With Madness?” Episode 103 — Pictured: (l-r) Emjay Anthony as Dylan Campbell,...

The excitement continues in Season 1 Episode 2 of “Hysteria!” titled “Die Young,” airing on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 10:31 Pm on USA. In this gripping episode, Dylan’s interview with Chief Dandridge brings new twists to the ongoing missing person’s case. As details unfold, the stakes get higher, and the tension in Happy Hollow becomes palpable.

Meanwhile, Faith and Linda find themselves reflecting on their recent experiences. Their discussions lead to deeper questions about what is really happening in their town. The atmosphere grows heavier as they begin to piece together strange occurrences that have left them feeling uneasy. Their curiosity may uncover more than they bargained for.

As the community gathers for an event at the church, suspicion starts to mount around the Dethkrunch trio. The trio’s mysterious behavior raises eyebrows, and the townsfolk can’t help but wonder if they are involved in the unsettling events. The episode...

On Friday, October 18, 2024, Peacock premieres the eight part Hysteria!, a new series set in the “Satanic Panic” of the late 1980s. The story centers on a group of high school outcasts who form a heavy metal band. When the beloved varsity quarterback vanishes, the band seizes the opportunity to capitalize on the town’s […]

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Peacock‘s coming-of-age thriller series “Hysteria!” is set to tackle the era of Satanic Panic, with heavy metal and actual Satanism sowing generational division in a small conservative town in Michigan. And what’s Michigan horror without actor Bruce Campbell?

The actor guest stars as Chief Dandridge in the series, set to premiere all episodes on Friday, October 18, 2024.

“Hysteria!” follows a group of 1980s high school misfits as they exploit the growing hysteria around teen occult activity, written and executive produced by Matthew Scott Kane (Stitchers) and David Goodman (The Orville). Caught in the middle of the mounting tension between adults and teens is Campbell’s police chief.

Unlike his most iconic character, Ash Williams, Chief Dandridge prefers logic and science. Though he isn’t your typical small-town police chief. That’s because he treats the teens with respect and compassion, a far cry from the typical parents in suburban set ’80s horror.

Peacock has unveiled the first trailer for its upcoming original series, Hysteria!, offering a thrilling and eerie glimpse into the dark world of the 1980s “Satanic Panic.” The series, set to premiere on the streaming platform later this fall, explores the hysteria that gripped a small Midwestern town when rumors of occult practices and devil worship began to spread, stoking fear, paranoia, and moral panic.

Plot Overview: A Town Gripped by Fear

The trailer sets an ominous tone, blending retro visuals with a suspenseful soundtrack that evokes the atmosphere of the 1980s. Hysteria! follows a group of teenagers who become entangled in a series of mysterious events after a classmate goes missing. As the community grows increasingly suspicious, rumors about satanic rituals and cult activity begin to take hold, sparking a witch-hunt mentality that pits neighbors against each other. The show examines how fear and misinformation can spiral out of control,...

Stranger Things is literally one of the best shows out there, and it's such a phenomenon. It's crazy to think just how popular it is. Us avid fans wait year after year for a new season, which is not a short wait at all. Stranger Things season 5, which is the final season, is hopefully going to come out in 2025.

That's still a long time, and we need something to fill our time while we wait for the Netflix series to return to our screens. Here's 3 shows like Stranger Things that you can watch on Netflix if you're missing the supernatural series, plus we provided one bonus rec to check out on streaming too!

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A show about a group of friends who constantly get themselves into trouble and are on an epic and life-threatening adventure. Does that sound familiar? Well, the characters in Stranger Things definitely hit all those boxes,...

When Sam Raimi signed on to direct Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, it was pretty much a given that he was going to give his longtime friend and Evil Dead franchise star Bruce Campbell a cameo somewhere in the film, just like he had Campbell appear in each one of the Spider-Man movies he directed.. Sure enough, Campbell showed up in the Doctor Strange movie as a character called Pizza Poppa – and in interviews given since then, Campbell has stated that not only his Pizza Poppa a variant of his Spider-Man character(s), but he also has a future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe!

Over a year after the release of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Campbell told ComicBook.com, “The cameos are like, in the Spider-Man movies — if you know anything about the multiverse, you know now, retroactively, I’m in the multiverse now because of Doctor Strange.

Just in time for the spooky season, Peacock is releasing an all-new thriller series titled Teacup. Don’t let the sweet, innocent name fool you. With James Wan noted as an executive producer, this is one horror series you won’t want to miss out on.

If you are not sure when new episodes are released, or simply want to know more about the series, we’ve got your back! Please find all of the details you need, including the release schedule, below.

Teacup stars Yvonne Strahovski as Maggie Chenoweth, a woman living in rural Georgia who is part of a small group of survivors after a sinister threat strikes their town. Check out the trailer below for more:

The horror series also stars Scott Speedman, Chaske Spencer, Kathy Baker, Boris McGiver, and others. Teacup will feature a total of eight episodes, with the first two available to stream on Peacock on Thursday,...

Pumpkin spice is flowing, autumn leaves are turning and it’s time to start watching some of your seasonal favorites. But Fall’s arrival also brings a new challenge every year — figuring out where all the best Halloween movies are streaming right now.

If you’re looking for family-friendly Halloween movies, Peacock has a handful of the essentials, most notably the “Harry Potter” films, as well as “Casper,” “Blippi Celebrates Dia De Los Muertos” and “Scared Shrekless.”

With 150+ new Halloween titles in September and October, Peacock also has the “Leprechaun,” “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and “The Purge” franchises, along with plenty of great standalone horror movies for the Halloween season, from teen screams like “The Craft” and “Jennifer’s Body” to classics like “The Fly” and “Christine.”

Want some underrated horror movies you might not have seen to celebrate this Halloween? No worries, they’ve got that too,...

Robert Watts, a production manager on George Lucas’ Star Wars and producer on its first two sequels along with Steven Spielberg’s first three blockbuster Indiana Jones movies and Who Framed Roger Rabbit, died Monday in his sleep at his home in West Sussex, England. He was 88.

His rep Julian Owen of Alliance Media confirmed the news to Deadline, writing: “Goodnight to my wonderful friend and client Robert Watts, Producer of some of the most famous films in cinema history. … Talking about his career was his favourite thing to do. We had some amazing adventures together which I will cherish forever.”

After working on Star Wars, Watts was an associate producer on smash 1980 sequel The Empire Strikes Back, which solidified and furthered the Star Wars galaxy as a cultural touchstone. The next year he served in the same role for Raiders of the Lost Ark, which introduced the world to...

Somehow, inexplicably, it is October, which means the Halloween girlies are at their strongest. By “Halloween girlies” (a gender-neutral term), I do mean “television networks,” which will continue their fall programming now with a healthy dose of horror.

Peacock’s Satanic panic series “Hysteria!” combines good old-fashioned teen angst with the occult, while Starz has a “coming-of-rage story” about an unassuming girl who takes a liking to murder. Apple has not one but two psychological thrillers — in case you prefer “stressful” to “scary” — with “Before” starring Billy Crystal and “Disclaimer” with Cate Blanchett.

And if nothing horrifies you more than the state of modern Hollywood, there is HBO’s “The Franchise,” a deeply meta comedy series about life on the set of a major superhero movie (with an MCU actor to boot!).

For more fall offerings, there’s IndieWire’s Fall TV Preview, which includes 28 new and returning shows from September through November.