John Carpenter's THEY LIVE Screen-Accurate Sunglasses - Available Now at Fright-Rags.com

Fright-Rags has come here to chew bubble gum and release kick-ass film merch... and they're all out of bubble gum!

The horror brand has launched pre-orders for Hoffman Lenses — screen-accurate prop replicas of the iconic sunglasses from John Carpenter's They Live.

They were painstakingly recreated by laser-scanning a screen-used pair from Carpenter himself, then rebuilt to match the exact specifications.

Hand-crafted from black acetate, the ANSI-rated sunglasses feature nylon lenses with 100% UV protection, German barrel hinges, a stainless steel core, and laser-etched branding.

They come with a hard case, cloth bag, and microfiber wipe, all packaged in a collector's box.

Priced at $100, this one-time-only production run is expected to ship in late April.

Hoffman Lenses are available now at Fright-Rags.com, where you'll also find exclusive apparel from Halloween, Terrifier, Jaws, Hellraiser, Godzilla, Elvira, and many more.

 

 

 

Welcome to THE HOUSE OF HAMMER - Available to Pre-Order Now!

As horror enjoys a thrilling new renaissance this year, fresh from an awards season dominated by the genre, there couldn’t be a better time for THE HOUSE OF HAMMER.  Each issue will celebrate Britain’s rich horror heritage, pairing that exploration with carefully curated content to complement the ongoing restorations and collector’s editions across the Hammer and Hammer Presents ranges.  
 
Created for collectors, cinephiles, and lovers of genre cinema, THE HOUSE OF HAMMER is both a tribute to Hammer’s remarkable past and a celebration of wider British horror, both past and present - from Van Helsing and Dracula to Dr. Phibes and Matthew Hopkins.

A multi-format experience that blends print, video and visuals - each exciting instalment of The House of Hammer takes film and horror enthusiasts on a journey through the extensive Hammer library and beyond, boasting never-before-seen and newly created material; from documentaries and short films, to exclusives and a look behind-the-curtain into the filmmaking process - all accompanied by a 120-page book featuring filmmaker profiles, making-of stories, and more...
 

THE HOUSE OF HAMMER: VOLUME 1 is available to pre-order now
 
Volume 1 Highlights include:

- The Land Demands Blood
An examination of the work of contemporary Cornish filmmakers like Bait’s Mark Jenkin, and the fundamental connection between Cornwall’s landscape and British horror films such as Hammer Presents title Doctor Blood’s Coffin.

- Masques, Monsters and Madmen
Part 1 of a new, feature-length documentary about AIP, one of Hammer's main competitors in '60s/'70s British horror.

-Deep Cuts
A documentary about the landmark censorship changes in the 1970s when the X-certificate was raised to over 18, leading to a wave of provocative films that pushed the boundaries of what audiences could see on screen.

- Ticket to Happiness
A recently recovered (and long thought lost) 1959 Hammer short, newly restored in 2K.

A 120-page book featuring new articles on the making of Cry of the Banshee, an exploration of the British horror genre, AIP and Roger Corman’s ‘Poe Cycle’ of films starring Vincent Price, a profile of British indie horror filmmakers Caralan Productions, Hammer's films outside of the horror genre, and an archive interview with Vincent Price.

Plus, trailers, unseen images, and so much more.

THE HOUSE OF HAMMER: VOLUME 1 includes 2 x Blu-rays and a 120-page book 

THE HOUSE OF HAMMER is an essential series for cinephiles and genre film lovers alike. We invite you in… explore, get comfortable, and sink your teeth into Hammer’s new ongoing series.

Available to Pre-Order from the Hammer Films Website.
 

 

 

British murder mystery DAGGERS INN - Coming to Digital Outlets

Unravel the mystery at the heart of DAGGERS INN – a cold, clever and captivating new chiller thriller from James Smith (Best Geezer, Casting Kill). 

Following its run on the global festival circuit, this suspenseful and sharp whodunnit is set to grip audiences with its tale of intrigue when it arrives on UK digital 23 March, courtesy of Seven Tales.  

When the enigmatic Donna Revan (Anna Danvers) arrives in the mediaeval village of Haxanbury, little do the locals realise that she is visiting with a sinister ulterior motive… revenge.  

Two years ago, the body of her sister, Sybil, was discovered floating in the local lake with her hands and feet bound to a chair. Despite being ruled as murder, the case was never solved. Now, the determined Donna has arrived to infiltrate the dark workings of the townsfolk, digging up their darkest secrets to try and uncover what really happened. 

When her suspicions lock in on corrupt financier Toby Vass (James Hamer-Morton – Trafficking), she sees his high status and bravado as a weakness waiting to be exploited. Employing her unique set of skills, she manipulates, undermines and does everything she can to uncover his chilling exploits and get justice for her sister. 

Laced with supernatural undercurrents, book your stay at DAGGERS INN for a tense and atmospheric murder mystery, where no one is safe from the wrath of revenge. 

View the Trailer on YouTube. 

On Digital 23 March from Seven Tales 

 

 

 

 

Underwater Sci-Fi Chiller DEEPSTAR SIX - UK 4K UHD Debut

From producer/director Sean S. Cunningham, co-creator of the Friday the 13th franchise, comes his underwater creature feature, DEEPSTAR SIX - making its UK UHD debut on June 8 as part of STUDIOCANAL’s Cult Classics range, with a fantastic 4K restoration, stunning artwork, a treasure trove of extras including three audio commentaries, and four art cards. The film is also released on Blu-ray and Digital.

Starring Greg Evigan (TekWar), Nancy Everhard (The Punisher), Miguel Ferrer (Robocop) and  featuring stuntwork by Jason Vohorees himself, Kane Hodder, DEEPSTAR SIX features another memorably eerie score by Harry Manfredini (Friday the 13th), and out of this world creature effects by Chris Walas (Oscar-winner for 1987’s The Fly).

SYNOPSIS:  When the crew of an experimental underwater nuclear base disturbs a huge cavern beneath their site, they accidentally unleash the giant prehistoric monster lurking within…

Called “wildly entertaining” by Nerdly, DEEPSTAR SIX is packed with action, explosions, outrageous practical effects, a sterling B-movie cast, and lots and lots of water, it’s Alien underwater, with a dash of The Abyss, brought to you with horror master Cunningham’s tense and terrifying know-how, making it a an absolute must for genre fans 

DEEPSTAR SIX is available to buy on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and Digital from 8th June 2026 and available to pre-order on 4K and Blu-ray.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
- Audio Commentary with Horror-Fix.com's James G. Chandler and Ash Hamilton (2025)
- Audio Commentary with director Sean S. Cunningham and visual effects supervisor James Isaacs (2001)
- Audio Commentary with screenwriters Lewis Abernathy and Geoff Miller (2020)
- Isolated score with audio commentary by composer Harry Manfredini
- "From The Deep" - interviews with Mark Shostrom, Greg Nicotero, and Robert Kurtzman (2020)
- "The Survivors" - interviews with Greg Evigan and Nancy Everhard (2020)
- "Water Damage" - interview with Kane Hodder (2020)
- "Behind The Scenes"- vintage featurette (1989)
- Extended vintage interviews with cast & crew (1989)
- Behind-the-Scenes footage
- Original 1989 EPK
- Stills gallery
- Theatrical trailer
- TV spot

The 4K UHD and Blu-ray both include 4 art cards

Pre-order the UK 4K UHD from Amazon.co.uk

Pre-order the UK BD from Amazon.co.uk

 

 

 

Horror Series SOMETHING VERY BAD IS GOING TO HAPPEN - On Netflix, 26th March

Coming to Netflix this month, SOMETHING VERY BAD IS GOING TO HAPPEN is an atmospheric horror series set at a wedding, following a bride and groom in the week leading up to their ill-fated nuptials. That’s not a spoiler - just read the title.

If Carrie is horror’s version of a girl becoming a woman, and Rosemary’s Baby is the horrific version of a woman becoming a mother, SOMETHING VERY BAD IS GOING TO HAPPEN is horror’s take on a woman becoming a wife.

Rachel (Camila Morrone) is getting married in five days. Together with her fiancé, Nicky (Adam DiMarco), she embarks on a road trip to his family's vacation home, secluded in a snowy forest, for the intimate wedding ceremony of their dreams. Which really would be so lovely, except... prone to superstition and paranoia, Rachel can't shake the relentless feeling that something bad is going to happen. 

Her foreboding doubts, coupled with a series of eerie coincidences and dreadful surprises, force her to ask the question: What makes two people soulmates? And worse — what could be scarier than lifelong commitment to the wrong person?

SOMETHING VERY BAD IS GOING TO HAPPEN will launch on Netflix on 26th March

View the Trailer on YouTube. 

 

 

 

James Gunn's cult horror-comedy SLITHER - Special Edition Steelbook and 4K Digital Re-Release

Visions Home Video is delighted to celebrate 20 years since James Gunn's cult horror-comedy, Slither, first creeped into our cinemas! As part of the anniversary celebrations, Slither will be be having a limited theatrical re-release from 10th April. 

Following this, Visions Home Video will be re-releasing Slither on Digital Download in 4K on 1st May as well as special limited edition Steelbooks in stunning 4K HDR from 18th May.

Now on 4K for the first time, James Gunn's iconic cult classic sees an extraterrestrial parasite infect the citizens of a town with the intent of devouring all life forms on Earth, leaving it up to the town sheriff (Nathan Fillion) and a local woman (Elizabeth Banks) to put an end to the monster. Restored from the 35mm Interpositive and approved by Writer-Director James Gunn and Director of Photography Gregory Middleton.

Slither stars Nathan Fillion (Serenity, Firefly), Elizabeth Banks (The Hunger Games Saga) and Michael Rooker (Guardians of the Galaxy Trilogy). This film was also the directorial debut of James Gunn, for his work on the Guardians of the Galaxy Trilogy, The Suicide Squad, Superman (2025) and is now the Co-Chairman and CEO of DC Studios.

4K STEELBOOK

- UK exclusive Steelbook artwork by artist Chris Malbon, plus collectible poster. 

- NEW 4K Dolby Vision feature, approved by writer/director James Gunn and Director of Photography Gregory Middleton.

Extras:

NEW "We've Got Worms" - Interview With Director of Photography Gregory Middleton

NEW "Feed The Fear" - Interview With Editor John Axelrad

NEW "Just A Bee Sting" - Interview With Special Make-up Effects Designer Todd Masters

NEW "What's Gotten Into You" - Interview With Composer Tyler

Plus more TBC

The film is also released to Blu-Ray in a standard case.

View the Trailer on YouTube.

Pre-order the UK 4K UHD Steelbook from Amazon.co.uk

Pre-order the UK BD from Amazon.co.uk

 

 

 

Psychological J-Horror EXIT 8 - In UK cinemas, April

A man trapped in an endless sterile subway passageway sets out to find EXIT 8. The rules of his quest are simple: do not overlook anything out of the ordinary. If you discover an anomaly, turn back immediately. If you don’t, carry on. Then leave from EXIT 8. But even a single oversight will send him back to the beginning. Will he ever reach his goal and escape this infinite corridor?
 
Based on the global hit horror video game created by Kotake Create, EXIT 8 had its World Premiere at Cannes Film Festival.

Directed by Genki Kawamura co-creator with Kore-Eda Hirokazu of Netflix original series The Makanai, and producer of international hits Your Name and Suzume, directed by Makoto Shinkai; Mirai and Belle, directed by Mamoru Hosoda; and Monster directed by Kore-Eda Hirokazu.

Starring Kazunari Ninomiya, who made his Hollywood debut in 2006 under the direction of Clint Eastwood in Letters from Iwo Jima and Nana Komatsu, star of Martin Scorsese's Silence.

EXIT 8 is in UK and Ireland cinemas 24 April from Vertigo Releasing

View the Trailer on YouTube.