Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

As a horror enthusiast who has spent countless nights huddled under blankets, my heart races at the sheer excitement Shudder’s lineup offers for this Halloween season! From the eerie silence of Azrael to the chilling presence of Russell Crowe in The Exorcism, it seems our beloved streaming service is leaving no stone unturned in delivering the shivers we crave.


This Halloween season, horror enthusiasts have something exciting to look forward to! Shudder, renowned for its top-tier horror content, has revealed their 2024 Season of Screams streaming schedule. Packed with chilling movies to set the mood for the holiday, Shudder is outdoing itself this year, offering fans a selection of the genre’s finest films. The festivities began yesterday with the online premiere of the most innovative slasher film of the year, titled In a Violent Nature.

In a Violent Nature (Shudder Original Film) – September 13

When a locket hidden within the ruins of an old forest fire lookout tower is discovered, it triggers the resurrection of Johnny, a vengeful spirit driven by a gruesome 60-year-old crime. Once reanimated, Johnny’s sole objective becomes tracking down and retrieving the locket, and he targets a group of holidaying teenagers he suspects took it. One by one, these unfortunate teens fall victim to Johnny’s relentless pursuit, as he ruthlessly eliminates anyone who dares to stand in his way.

Horror’s Greatest (Shudder Original Series) – New Episodes Every Tuesday Until Season Finale on September 24

Exploring the finest aspects of the horror genre, “Horror’s Greatest” delves into everything that makes us love this chilling genre. Ranging from reimagining timeless classics to discovering countless hidden treasures, this series caters to every aficionado of scary movies. A collection of spooky experts, featuring actors, directors, writers, musicians, and special effects artists, share their exclusive insights to address some intriguing questions: Which horror films are essential viewing across the genre’s various sub-categories? What draws us to classic horror tropes, and how do modern filmmakers surprise us with innovative twists? How does horror manifest in countries beyond the United States? The responses cover the vast array of terrors that keep us on the edge of our seats for enjoyment.

Oddity (Shudder Original Film) – September 27

In a secluded area of County Cork, Ireland, Dani and her husband Ted – a doctor at a psychiatric institution for the criminally insane – are renovating an ancient castle. Tragically, Dani is brutally killed. Her blind spiritualist sister Darcy then takes it upon herself to seek vengeance against those responsible, utilizing mystical, haunted artifacts passed down through their family lineage as her instruments of retribution.

HUSH (Shudder Library Film) – October 1

A silent author, both deaf and unable to speak, chose the tranquility of the forest as her sanctuary. However, her peaceful existence was shattered when a menacing figure clad in a mask appeared at her window, forcing her into a struggle for survival in complete silence.

The Houses October Built 2011 (Shudder Library Film) – October 1

Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

Five friends embark on a spooky road trip during Halloween to seek out the most terrifying underground haunts. As it seems their journey has hit a wall, rumors of a unique, otherworldly haunt lure them towards the gloomiest parts of haunted houses. The initial, unveiled 2011 haunted house documentary that later inspired the cult movie release by the same name – THE HOUSES OCTOBER BUILT – ORIGINAL VERSION, provides a more in-depth look at the dark world of extreme Halloween haunted attractions, introducing a fresh storyline and surprising finale.

The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula (Shudder Original Series) – New Season Debuts October 1

Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

Titled as “Season 666,” the upcoming installment of The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula, an Emmy-nominated series, promises to be its most daring and frightening edition yet. Renowned actors and directors have joined the judging panel, escalating the competition to terrifying new levels. Each episode will showcase spine-tingling, extreme physical performances that will challenge the drag superstars to face their deepest fears. This 10-episode season is larger, gorier, and more intense than anything seen before, with expanded “on location” challenges, fresh themes for the floorshows, sequences filled with suspense, and groundbreaking drag that will leave viewers breathless.

V/H/S/ Beyond (Shudder Original Film) – October 1

The highly acclaimed movie compilation is set to present six spine-chilling videos, making horror the focal point within a futuristic-inspired nightmare landscape. The segments encompass:

  • Stork: Directed by Jordan Downey, screenplay by Downey and Kevin Stewart
  • Fur Babies: Written and directed by Christian Long and Justin Long
  • Live and Let Dive: Directed by Justin Martinez, story by Martinez and Ben Turner, screenplay by Turner
  • Dream Girl: Directed by Virat Pal, written by Pal and Evan Dickson
  • Stowaway: Directed by Kate Siegel, written by Mike Flanagan
  • And a special presentation by Jay Cheel.

Chucky Season 3 (Shudder Library Series) – October 4

Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

In the TV show created by Don Mancini, who brought us the Child’s Play movie series, we find that Chucky has moved to Washington D.C. in season 3. Here, the menacing doll becomes a danger to the presidential staff as he aims to cause trouble for the President of the United States.

Daddy’s Head (Shudder Original Film) – October 11

Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

Following the sudden demise of his father, a young lad finds himself alone in a vast, eerie country mansion alongside his recently widowed stepmother. Struggling to cope with her new role as a mother, she pulls away, putting their already delicate relationship at risk. As tension mounts within the estate, the boy starts hearing strange, unsettling noises in the corridors. A hideous figure resembling his deceased father begins to haunt him, but as his concerns are brushed off as the product of a grieving mind, this terrifying entity gains more control over their deteriorating existence.

MadS (Shudder Original Film) – October 18

Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

18-year-old Romain has recently graduated and drops by his drug supplier to test a novel pill. On his way to a party, he encounters an injured woman beside the road whom he decides to aid. However, once she enters his vehicle, she violently hits her head against the dashboard, causing fatal injuries. Is this a psychedelic trip gone wrong, or something else? One point is clear: it’s merely the start of the evening.

Azrael (Shudder Original Film) – October 25

In a silent world, a secretive, deeply religious group pursues a woman named Azrael who managed to break free from their confinement. Captured once more by its merciless rulers, she is destined for sacrifice to quell a malevolence lurking in the untamed wilderness; however, Azrael will go to great lengths to preserve her liberty and stay alive.

The Exorcism (Shudder Exclusive Film) – October 30

As a devoted movie enthusiast, I’m captivated by the riveting performance of Academy Award-winning Russell Crowe in the role of Anthony Miller, a tormented actor grappling with turmoil during the filming of a chilling supernatural horror production. My heart aches for his character as I ponder if he’s relapsing into old vices or if there lurks a more ominous mystery behind his disturbing behavior. Meanwhile, his estranged daughter, Lee (played by Ryan Simpkins), shares my concerns and speculates whether his struggles are a return of past addictions or if some darker force is manipulating him.

The Creep Tapes (Shudder Original Series) – November 15

Shudder Announces Its Season of Screams Streaming Lineup for Halloween

As I delve deeper into the enigmatic world of a solitary serial killer, The Creep Tapes unfolds, painting a chilling tale of deceit. Luring unsuspecting videographers with the tantalizing prospect of a well-paid job recording his life, he weaves an intricate web that promises to reveal his secrets. However, as the camera starts rolling, his suspicious motives begin to surface in a series of bizarre and eerie actions. Little do the victims realize that they have just made a fateful choice, one that may cost them their lives.

Fans have the option to participate in Shudder’s weekly movie premieres and interactive watch parties every Friday evening. These events start at 9 PM Eastern Time and offer specially selected double features, grouped by theme.

  • September 13: Neo-Slasher In A Violent Nature and Lake Bodom
  • September 20: Zombie WeekendThe Sadness and Undead
  • September 27: Modern Master – Damian McCarthy’s Oddity and Caveat
  • October 4: Found Footage V/H/S/Beyond and Hell House LLC
  • October 11: Horrifying Households Daddy’s Head and Metamorphosis
  • October 18: Shocking Scourges MadS and Virus:32
  • October 25: TBA
  • October 30: Late Night with the Devil on Devil’s Night
  • October 31: Halloween on Halloween
  • November 1: Day of the Dead on Day of the DeadDay of the Dead Collection

As someone who has been a horror enthusiast for quite some time now, I must say that Shudder is truly a gem in the streaming world. This year, they’ve really outdone themselves with their horrifyingly fantastic lineup of programming.

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2024-09-14 23:34