Shudder Content Guide: July 2021 – Summer of Chills
July on Shudder brings new and classic horror that is part of Shudder’s “Summer of Chills” programming that started in June. We also have some other news in our content guide as well, so take a moment to catch up with what Shudder has to offer.
V/H/S/94
The popular horror anthology series is returning with a new, Shudder-exclusive installment in V/H/S/94. 2012’s V/H/S took horror fans by storm, leading to a spinoff film, Siren (2016), and two direct sequel anthologies with V/H/S 2 (2013), and V/H/S: Viral (2014).
Shudder’s press release follows:
SHUDDER TO PRODUCE NEXT INSTALLMENT OF V/H/S HORROR ANTHOLOGY FRANCHISE, V/H/S/94, AS A SHUDDER ORIGINAL FILM
Jennifer Reeder and Ryan Prows Join Previously Announced Writer/Directors Simon Barrett, Timo Tjahjanto and Chloe Okuno
NEW YORK – June 16, 2021 – Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural, has acquired worldwide rights to V/H/S/94, the fourth installment in the hit horror anthology franchise. The Shudder Original Film will release in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand later this year. V/H/S/94 marks the return of the infamous found footage anthology with segments from franchise alumni Simon Barrett (Séance) and Timo Tjahjanto (May the Devil Take You Too) in addition to acclaimed directors Jennifer Reeder (Knives & Skin), Ryan Prows (Lowlife) and Chloe Okuno (Slut). Greg Anderson of the legendary drone metal band Sunn O))) and Southern Lord records founder will compose the film’s score.
In V/H/S/94, after the discovery of a mysterious VHS tape, a brutish police swat team launch a high intensity raid on a remote warehouse, only to discover a sinister cult compound whose collection of pre-recorded material uncovers a nightmarish conspiracy.
“The V/H/S series has been known for two things: its unbeatable lineup of filmmakers and its edge-of-your-seat terrifying found-footage stories,” said Craig Engler, GM of Shudder. “With V/H/S/94, the producers have upped their game—bigger, wilder, scarier than ever before. We can’t wait to unleash this new installment on Shudder members.”
“Thrilled seems like an understatement for just how stoked we all are to partner with Shudder”, said producer Josh Goldbloom. “We shot the film entirely during the pandemic, building sets in hotels, conference rooms, and in the spirit of the series punk rock roots we even ventured underground into a sewer. Our team channeled the misery of this past year appropriately, so rest assured it’s the biggest, baddest, and most bloodthirsty batch of tapes yet.”
David Bruckner (Hellraiser) and Radio Silence (SCREAM) served as executive producers. Josh Goldbloom produced the project for Cinepocalypse Productions alongside franchise co-creator Brad Miska of Bloody Disgusting, and Kurtis Harder (Spiral).
Michael Schreiber for Studio71, Zak Zeman, & Tom Owen also served as executive producers, along with Michael Paszt, James Fler and Andrew T. Hunt of Raven Banner Entertainment.
Leaving Shudder in July 2021
Unfortunately, Shudder has not made the list of what is leaving in July readily available for us, but we’ll keep an eye out and post an update as we track down any more information. If you want to keep track, Shudder’s “Leaving Soon” collection for your region will give you a chance to catch any films before they are removed from the library. It seems that All the Colors of the Dark (1976) will be leaving shortly in the US.
More updates when we have them.
Arriving on Shudder in July 2021
Here are the movies being added to Shudder’s regional libraries in July. We also have a pick for each region, so please let us know what you think of our selections. Shudder Originals and Exclusives will be in bold. Dates will also be regionally formatted.
Shudder CA
Shudder Canada provides a bounty of fan-favorite films this month, but our selection this month is the Shudder Exclusive The Call (2020). Directed by Timothy Woodward Jr. and written by Patrick Stibbs, The Call stars Lin Shaye, Tobin Bell, Erin Sanders, and Chester Rushing. The synopsis reads “In the fall of 1987, a group of small-town friends must survive the night in the home of a sinister couple after a tragic accident brings them to the couple’s door.”
Check out the trailer below.
- 7/1
- Burnt Offerings
- 7/6
- The Little Girl Who Lives Down the lane
- Death Ship
- Terror Train
- 7/7
- Death Weekend
- Pledge Night
- Sorority House Massacre
- The Strangers
- 7/8
- Son
- 7/12
- Scream 3
- Scream 4
- Backcountry
- Carnival of Souls
- Messiah of Evil
- Piranha (1978)
- Straight Edge Kegger
- Wish Upon
- 7/13
- Ginger Snaps
- Rituals
- Separation
- White Girl
- 7/15
- The Call
- 7/19
- Eden Lake
- eXistenZ
- Here Comes Hell
- She’s Allergic to Cats
- Vigilante
- 7/20
- Inside
- Livid
- Mass Hysteria
- Rot
- 7/22
- Kandisha
- 7/26
- Green Room
- Halloween H20
- Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth
- I Saw the Devil
- Der Bunker
- They Remain
- 7/27
- Black Christmas (2006)
- Blood Creek
- 7/29
- The Boy Behind the Door
Shudder US
While Shudder is providing four exclusives and originals in the US, our pick this week is a cult classic. Near Dark (1987), directed by Katheryn Bigelow and written by Bigelow and Eric Red follows “a small-town farmer’s son [who] reluctantly joins a traveling group of vampires after he is bitten by a beautiful drifter.” The film features Adrian Pasdar, Jenny Wright, Lance Henriksen, and Bill Paxton.
Check out the trailer below… but odds are you may have already seen this one.
- 7/1
- Near Dark
- Manhunter
- Creepshow
- Burnt Offerings
- Thirteen Ghosts
- 7/6
- The Little Girl Who Lives Down the lane
- Death Ship
- Terror Train
- 7/7
- Pledge Night
- Sorority House Massacre
- Horsehead
- 7/8
- Son
- 7/12
- Carnival of Souls
- Messiah of Evil
- Piranha (1978)
- Straight Edge Kegger
- 7/13
- Separation
- White Girl
- 7/15
- The Call
- 7/16
- Everly
- 7/19
- Here Comes Hell
- She’s Allergic to Cats
- Vigilante
- 7/20
- Mass Hysteria
- Rot
- 7/22
- Kandisha
- 7/26
- Der Bunker
- They Remain
- 7/27
- Adoration
- 7/29
- The Boy Behind the Door
Shudder UK
Shudder UK gets the exclusive original with The Toll (2021), which seems like a fine selection for July. Directed and written by Michael Nader, this film stars Jordan Hayes, Max Topplin, and James McGowan. The synopsis reads “A socially awkward driver and a weary passenger try to make it to their destination while being haunted by a supernatural threat.”
Check out the trailer below.
- 1/7
- Dawn of the Dead (1978)
- Lake Mungo
- 6/7
- The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane
- Death Ship
- Terror Train
- 7/7
- Basket Case
- The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
- 8/7
- Son
- 12/7
- Carnival of Souls
- Dead & Buried
- Messiah of Evil
- Straight Edge Kegger
- 13/7
- Separation
- White Girl
- 15/7
- The Toll
- 19/7
- Sadistic Intentions
- She’s Allergic to Cats
- They’re Inside
- 20/7
- Mass Hysteria
- Rot
- 22/7
- Kandisha
- 26/7
- Faults
- Follow
- They Remain
- 29/7
- The Boy Behind the Door
Shudder ANZ
Our selections for Australia and New Zealand this month is Son (2021), a Shudder Original/Exclusive. The film follows a mother who must grapple with her past when her son contracts a mysterious illness. Son is directed and written by Ivan Kavanagh and stars Andi Matichak, Emile Hirsch, and Luke David Blumm.
Check out the trailer below.
- 7/7
- The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane
- Terror Train
- 8/7
- Son
- 13/7
- Carnival of Souls
- Messiah of Evil
- Straight Edge Kegger
- 14/7
- Separation
- White Girl
- 15/7
- The Toll
- 20/7
- Here Comes Hell
- She’s Allergic to Cats
- 21/7
- Mass Hysteria
- Rot
- 22/7
- Kandisha
- 27/7
- They Remain
- 29/7
- The Boy Behind the Door
Those are the films coming and going on Shudder this month. Have a particular favorite classic premiering in July? Any of the exclusives strike your fancy? Let us know in the comments.
Breaking News
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Hey there, fright fiends! 👻 Are you ready to sink your fangs into some spine-tingling Black Friday deals? We’ve scoured the darkest corners of Amazon to bring you a blood-curdling collection of horror goodies that’ll make your wallet scream with joy! From classic monsters to modern nightmares, we’ve got something to haunt every horror fan’s dreams. Let’s dive into the madness!
Before we go further – we are an amazon affiliate and if you click these links we may get money for Amazon. With that said, we won’t put up things we don’t suggest so here is the curated list as it sits for Black Friday Week 2024.
🎥 Monstrous Movie Mayhem
Bram Stoker’s Dracula 4K
Sink your teeth into Francis Ford Coppola’s visually stunning adaptation of the classic vampire tale. Watch Gary Oldman’s mesmerizing performance as the Count in glorious 4K resolution!
Christine 4K
Rev up your engines for John Carpenter’s killer car classic! This 4K edition will have you gripping your steering wheel in terror as the demonic Plymouth Fury wreaks havoc.
Akira Blu-ray
Experience the mind-bending anime masterpiece that redefined the genre. Prepare for a psychedelic journey through Neo-Tokyo that’ll leave you questioning reality!
Underworld Ultimate Collection Blu-ray
Dive into the eternal war between vampires and lycans with this action-packed collection. Kate Beckinsale’s leather-clad Selene will have you howling for more!
Resident Evil Steelbook
For the true RE fanatics, this gorgeous steelbook edition is a must-have for your collection. It’s so shiny, you can see the T-virus reflected in it!
Doctor Who Complete David Tennant Blu-ray
Okay, it’s not strictly horror, but who can resist the Weeping Angels? Join the Tenth Doctor on his time-traveling adventures and prepare for some serious sci-fi scares!
Evil Dead Blu-ray
Groovy, baby! Sam Raimi’s cult classic will have you laughing and screaming in equal measure. Remember, this is your boom stick!
Scream (2022) Steelbook
The slasher franchise that knows the rules is back with a vengeance! This meta-horror masterpiece will have you guessing who’s behind the Ghostface mask.
Leviathan 4K UHD Blu-ray
Dive deep into aquatic terror with this underrated gem from the golden age of practical effects. It’s like “The Thing” meets “The Abyss”!
📚 Bone-Chilling Books and Comics
Terrifier 2 BOOK by Tim Waggoner
Can’t get enough of Art the Clown? This novelization of the splatter sensation will paint vivid, gory pictures in your mind. Sleep tight!
The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Vol. 3
D’oh-n’t miss out on this collection of spooky Simpsons stories! It’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween in Springfield all year round.
The Dead Zone by Stephen King
Dive into one of King’s classic tales of psychic abilities and political intrigue. Johnny Smith’s visions will keep you on the edge of your seat!
🎮 Ghoulish Games and Collectibles
Halloween and Ash vs Evil Dead PS5
Double the horror, double the fun! Face off against Michael Myers and the Deadites in this terrifying two-pack of asymmetrical multiplayer games.
Alone in the Dark Xbox Series X
Return to Derceto Manor in this reimagining of the survival horror classic. Just remember, in the dark, you’re never truly alone…
Chucky Funko Pop
Add everyone’s favorite Good Guy doll to your collection! Just don’t turn your back on him, or you might regret it…
Harry Potter LEGO Hogwarts
Who can resist the allure of a magical and/or haunted castle? Build your own magical world and watch out for those Dementors!
🎬 The Final Cut
There you have it, horror hounds! These Black Friday deals are so good, it’s scary. Whether you’re into classic monsters, modern slashers, or cosmic horrors, Amazon’s got something to make your dark heart skip a beat.
But hurry! Like a vampire at sunrise, these deals won’t last forever. If you want to do a general search on your own, feel free to use our link here.
Remember, in the world of horror, the only thing scarier than missing out on these deals is paying full price! Happy haunting, and may your Black Friday be filled with delightful frights! 🎃👻🔪
If you live in the United States, it’s time to rock the vote for real. I shared this video before in conjunction with my identity-based costume work, and I feel it’s important to revisit now, with the election coming up in just a few days. Besides which, Jack Black and Tenacious D are brilliant and given the current political climate, who doesn’t want to do the time warp? But seriously, get out and rock the vote, your life kinda does depend on it (at least insomuch as being able to make for yourself the life that you want, without the government telling you how to do so – especially if you live on the fringes of socially acceptable awkwardness like me and so many of my friends).
Besides which, this video is so good, it’s worth sharing again anyway. And again, if for some reason the video doesn’t load, you can find it here.
Art Attack
And here are some artworks I made awhile back as political commentary. The photograph was shot of the scene exactly as found, of a sign above a parking lot in a quickly gentrifying neighborhood making sure all knew that any unauthorized vehicles were unwelcome, and hung right in front of a flag that was tattered and torn from being caught on the chain link fence driving the point home. The flags were meant to be interactive, with gallerygoers waving them while singing The Star Spangled Banner in its elitist entirety. The whole really spoke to me regarding some of the political climate at the time (this was right before Trump was elected President the first time). How much has changed since then? In some ways, a lot. In other ways, I guess we shall see.
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