Welcome to Derry – Pennywise’s Origin Story Revealed
For decades, Stephen King‘s IT has terrified bibliophiles and cinephiles alike, starting with the first page of the classic 1986 novel, then the 1990 miniseries, and bookending with the 2017 and 2019 blockbuster films. But Pennywise isn’t finished just yet. HBO is taking us wayyyy back with IT: Welcome to Derry, a prequel series that explores the origins of Pennywise, the fun-loving neighborhood clown. The Plot of IT: Welcome to Derry Long before the rainstorms of the 1980s caused the children of Derry to be ripped to shreds, there stood a sleepy town where people could live out the American dream…. Read more »
Haunted Car Washes Are A Thing
Drive-thru car washes are something that everyone has in their part of town. Most of them cost $8 or $10, and you can drive your car right up to the conveyor built, slip it in neutral, and feel the weight of your car being pulled inside the wash tunnel. Some use neon lights while others utilize near-total darkness, but overall people find this oddly claustrophobic trip to be therapeutic at times. It is only natural that some car washes have upped their game by adding terrifying and gruesome clowns to the experience. Here are three spooky clown car washes that… Read more »
Updated: 3 From Hell Full Trailer Released
It’s finally here…Again! Rob Zombie has released the full-length 3 From Hell trailer with more gore and clown hell than ever. New: Watch the first 3 From Hell full-length trailer 3 From Hell Teaser Rob Zombie had previously been counting us down to the first look at 3 From Hell. Coming to theaters in September 2019, Rob Zombie teased the below first look of his latest horror installment, 3 From Hell. Featuring the returning cast of Sid Haig (Captain Spaulding), Bill Mosely (Otis), and Sheri Moon Zombie (Baby) alongside new additions of Richard Brake, Danny Trejo, Kevin Jackson, Jeff Daniel Phillips, and… Read more »
IT: Chapter Two Recent News
It was the box office, horror smash sensation of 2017. Opening to $123.1 million during its opening weekend, the film quickly became the 5th most profitable film of 2017 as well as the all-time horror film box office record holder. With an overwhelming critical response as well as thumbs up from the film’s original author, Stephen King, the IT remake sequel was quickly in the works. Here are a few of the latest facts we know about IT: Chapter Two. IT: Chapter Two Release Date The release of IT: Chapter Two sequel official theatrical release is slated for September 6, 2019. The date has… Read more »
Killer Klowns From Outer Space Turns 30
KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE 30th YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION! Killer Klowns From Outer Space is turning 30! Klowns is one of our all-time favorite clown klown horror films. Not only does that mean I’m getting old, but it means the Klowns are back. Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Killer Klowns From Outer Space with a Bacchanalian Circus Celebration and Fan Tribute on May 19, 2018, at The Montalban Theater at 1615 Vine St. Los Angeles, CA 90028. Get tickets to the event here. America’s fascination with Killer Klowns From Outer Space began on screen in 1988, as a group of clown-like aliens… Read more »
American Horror Story 7 Theme Announced. AHS: CULT
Ryan Murphy and FX are bringing the pot to a boil. The first clues to the American Horror Story season 7 theme were revealed via a waterfront stunt outside the San Diego Comic-Con last night as they sent in the clowns. American Horror Story Season 7: CULT Fans were encouraged to visit www.AHS7.com for more info, including the official theme title and premiere dates. It appears the website will be counting down with a new release each week ending one week before the premiere on September 5th. There is no official word on more releases or updates, but the first video… Read more »
‘It’ Remake Trailer Released
After a series of pics from director Andres Muschietti (@andy_muschietti on Instagram) showing a colorful balloon filled countdown, the first official trailer for the highly anticipated IT remake is here! The IT: Part 1 Trailer While a horror classic like IT leaves some awfully big clown sized shoes to fill, horror master Stephen King has given the film his blessing, tweeting the following just this past month: Andy Muschietti’s remake of IT (actually it’s Part 1–The Losers’ Club) succeeds beyond my expectations. Relax. Wait. And enjoy. — Stephen King (@StephenKing) March 7, 2017 Planned as a two part release, IT:… Read more »
IT Remake: New Pennywise Look
ET brings us a new look at Pennywise the Dancing Clown from the 2017 IT remake. The first look at Bill Skarsgård’s Pennywise got everyone’s attention. Now, the clown gets even more sinister with a peek at his hellish clown suit from another age. “There is almost a doll-like quality to the costume,” designer Janie Bryant told Entertainment Weekly. Photo Credit: Entertainment Weekly The full frontal of the clown suit is more authentic than the original Pennywise played by fan favorite, Tim Curry. Designed by Emmy winner Janie Bryant (Deadwood & Madmen) the costume resembles clown garb from a much… Read more »
IT Remake – Tim Curry vs Bill Skarsgard
Ladies and gentlemen, introducing the challenger in the blue corner: Standing in at 6 feet 4 inches and hailing from Vällingby, Sweden. He barks. He bites. He’s Bill “Don’t Cha Want It?” Skarsgård!!! And in the red corner: Standing in at 5 feet 9 inches and hailing from Grappenhall, England. Rated by many as the best pound for pound Pennywise there will ever be! The legend and current champion of the world … Tim “The Dancing Clown” Curry!!!!!!! There is no doubt that any fan of Tim Curry, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, or Stephen King’s original miniseries IT is keeping an eye on the… Read more »
Why are clowns scary?
Big shoes. Giant red nose. Squirting flower. Tiny car full of other face painted lunatics. CLOWNS! Millions of people fear them, but why do so few love them? I’m sorry to all you clowns out there, but it has to be said. You freak people out! But why? Clowns are supposed to make us laugh and bring joy into the world. Aren’t they? History of Clowns From the beginning of recorded history, there have always been men and women who could make others laugh. 5000 years ago, ancient Egyptians used African Pygmies, known as Dangas to amuse the Royal Families. China… Read more »
Rob Zombie Reveals New Character Posters for 31
The anticipation behind Rob Zombie’s 31 is peaking as Zombie and Saban Films released 4 new character posters recently. With the Sept 16, 2016 VOD release date just under 2 months away and the theatrical release October 20th, fans who have patiently waited through a rating delay and a change in production houses are eager. The wait looks to be paying off as the new character art is revealed. The premise of 31: five carnival workers who are kidnapped the night before Halloween and held hostage in a large secret compound known as Murder World. Once there, they have 12… Read more »
Top 13 Scary Clown Movies
With Rob Zombie’s new movie 31, and the upcoming remake of Stephen King’s IT, we thought we’d take the time to look at some of the scariest clown movies of all time. Why not 31 movies? Because in the world of funhouse mirrors and your worst nightmares, everything is turned around. People have been frightened by clowns for centuries. There is even a word for it: Coulrophobia. While most real clowns are silly, there is just something sinister about clowns. Those smiles are fake and painted on. The more you stare, the more the face warps into something wicked. Clowns push what… Read more »
Rob Zombie’s 31: Carnies. Clowns. Carnage.
Rob Zombie’s 31 focuses on five carnies held hostage and forced to play a horrifying game called “31.” The goal of the game? Survive the night. All while sadistic clowns hack at their heels in a compound that resembles The Circus from Hell. It’s as if Rob Zombie physically entered my nightmares when conceiving this movie. Carnies, clowns, and total carnage ensue. How Did Rob Zombie Come Up with the Name “31?” The title 31 was chosen after Zombie found a statistic noting that Halloween is the most notorious day for mysterious missing person reports. Similar to the storyline of Nicholas Cage’s equally horrifying movie, Pay The… Read more »