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Ready or Not fans, the game is officially back on. An exclusive extended 8-minute preview for Ready or Not 2: Here I Come   has been released, giving audiences their first bloody taste of what’s next in the twisted hide-and-seek saga. The footage teases bigger set pieces, sharper satire, and an even deadlier round of survival as the franchise raises the stakes ahead of its theatrical debut. Directed once again by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett , the sequel follows Gr

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com If you watched the official music video for “Twisting the Knife” and found yourself asking, “Who is that angry little man?” you were not alone. What may have seemed like a burst of chaotic comic relief was actually a carefully placed Easter egg that only fully reveals its importance once the story continues. “Twisting the Knife” was released as Part One  of a larger narrative tied to the expanding cinematic universe created by Ice Nine Kills.

Marlon Wayans just reignited the comedy conversation in a major way. While appearing on the Rap Attack Podcast , Wayans confirmed that the future of several beloved franchises could hinge on the success of Scary Movie 6 . If the film performs the way he and his team expect, audiences may finally get long-awaited sequels to White Chicks   and Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood . In his own words, if Scary Movie 6  “does well like we hope i

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com Multi-GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter SZA has officially released her brand-new original song “Save The Day” from Disney and Pixar’s upcoming animated adventure Hoppers, and it’s already setting the emotional tone for what could be one of the studio’s most heartfelt films in years. Written by SZA alongside Ben Lovett and Rob Bisel, “Save The Day” isn’t just another end-credit record. According to director Daniel Chong , the song became

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com What if fitting in didn’t mean changing your style… but literally changing who you are? Bleecker Street quietly dropped the official trailer for Slanted , and if this one flew under your radar, trust me, it shouldn’t have. This is bold, provocative, body-horror satire with teeth. The kind of film that doesn’t just entertain you… it challenges you. And after watching the trailer, one thing is clear. Slanted  is not here to play it safe. The fi

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com Horror and metal just collided in the most deliciously brutal way possible. On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Ice Nine Kills   officially entered the canon of one of horror’s most iconic franchises with the release of “Twisting the Knife,” featured in the upcoming Scream 7 . And if that wasn’t enough, cast member Mckenna Grace  joins the band on the track, marking one of the most high-impact crossovers between modern metal and horror cinema we’

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com Starring Sam Rockwell , Zazie Beetz , Michael Peña , Juno Temple , and Haley Lu Richardson , and directed by Gore Verbinski , this film is easily one of the most original theatrical experiences I’ve had so far in 2026. The premise is deceptively simple. A man claiming to be from the future walks into a diner to recruit a handful of ordinary people who are essential to stopping an AI-controlled apocalypse. That’s the hook. But what unfolds is

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com Prison City  is officially back in action. Indie publisher Retroware  and developer Programancer have dropped a massive free update for their modern retro side-scroller, delivering major gameplay refinements, new combat mechanics, and expanded content for players across all platforms. Version 1.0.4.0 is available now, and if you have not stepped back into Detroit’s dystopian mega-prison lately, now is the time. A Major Gameplay Upgrade This is

Blumhouse is back in its dark fantasy era. Today, Focus Features and Blumhouse officially unveiled Teaser Trailer #2 for Obsession, giving audiences a deeper look into what might be one of 2026’s most unsettling supernatural thrillers. If you thought the first teaser was eerie, this one leans even further into the consequences. And trust us… this isn’t your typical love story. A Wish Gone Wrong Written and directed by Curry Barker, Obsession centers on a hopeless romantic who

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com There is something refreshing about a movie that understands the assignment. Directed by Johnny Campbell , known for his work on Netflix’s Dracula  and episodes of Westworld, Cold Storage takes a simple premise and runs wild with it. Backed by Samuel Goldwyn Films and StudioCanal, this dark comedy military outbreak film delivers exactly what it promises: biohazard chaos, outrageous gore, and a whole lot of messy fun. At its core, Cold Storage

By Klep Napier | WeAreCritiX.com Some announcements don’t just spark excitement. They unlock memory. Vans Warped Tour has always been more than a festival. It’s been a rite of passage, a sweaty summer soundtrack, and a cultural marker for entire generations of rock fans. Today’s news feels like one of those “wait… how did this not happen before?” moments. Alt-rock giants Hoobastank  are officially taking the stage at Vans Warped Tour   for the first time ever. Let that sink

By Ashely Saunders | Wearecritix.com Hamlet is one of the most adapted stories of all time and the retellings vary from amazing (1994's The Lion King) to let’s just forget that happened. Scarlet is a fantastical and intriguing take on the story that transports us to the Otherworld where life and death are intertwined, and we must decide what it means to truly live.    More than 400 years after Shakespeare's original work, the story of a young man destroyed by the need to av

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com The Scream  franchise has always understood one crucial thing. Fear does not just come from what you see. It comes from what you hear. With Scream 7 , that tradition continues in a big way as Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Media Group unveil a chilling lineup of original songs from some of today’s most exciting and genre-bending artists. Rather than dropping a full soundtrack all at once, Scream 7  is rolling out its original music throughou

For more than three decades, Sidney Prescott has been the emotional backbone of the Scream franchise. She is a survivor, a fighter, and a symbol of resilience in the face of relentless terror. Now, Paramount Pictures has released a brand-new featurette titled “Sidney’s Journey,” offering fans an intimate behind-the-scenes look at the character who changed horror forever. The featurette centers on Neve Campbell , who reflects on Sidney’s evolution from a traumatized teen in Wo

MGM+ has officially pulled back the curtain on Season 4 of FROM , and if the newly released teaser is any indication, the nightmare is far from over. The hit sci-fi horror series will return Sunday, April 19 at 9:00 PM ET/PT , bringing audiences back to the terrifying town that refuses to let anyone leave. As the most-watched series in MGM+ history, FROM has cemented itself as one of the most unsettling and addictive genre shows on television, and Season 4 looks ready to rai

If the tension in that clip is any indication, Shelter  is shaping up to be a tightly wound, high-stakes thriller that wastes no time pulling the pin. From the opening moments, the dialogue alone tells you everything you need to know about the world this story lives in. Orders are barked, clocks are ticking, leverage is weaponized, and there is no room for hesitation. This is not chaos for chaos’ sake. This is precision pressure. The film stars Jason Statham   as Mason, a man

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com CinemaCon  has officially unveiled its tentative 2026 schedule , and if this lineup tells us anything, it’s that the world’s most important exhibition gathering continues to raise the bar. Updated as of January 26, 2026 , this year’s agenda introduces new days, new tracks, and major additions on Sunday and Monday , signaling a broader, smarter, and more ambitious week for theater owners, studios, vendors, and industry press alike. After attend

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com The long-awaited moment is finally here! Lionsgate’s   MICHAEL  is stepping out of the shadows and into the spotlight with the release of its first full trailer . This film isn’t being framed as just another music biopic either. It’s being positioned as a full cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known, and the early momentum around this project has already made it feel like a tr

By: Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com “We’re Just a Little Canadian Show” No More: The Cast of Degrassi Reflect on Fans, Fame, and Legacy" There are interviews you schedule, and then there are interviews you manifest.This one? I have been begging for it. Last year, at Rhode Island Comic Con, through our ongoing partnership with Altered Reality, CONversations finally made something special happen: a sit-down with members of the cast of Degrassi / Degrassi: The Next Generation . An

By: Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com When it comes to horror, it’s always worth revisiting the classics, especially when a filmmaker finds a way to make them feel alive again. Dracula  is one of those reinterpretations that understands the assignment. We all know the name. We all know the legend. But this version of Dracula  is told with a tenderness and romantic weight that separates it from the pack. Before diving into my thoughts, let’s set the table. The film is directed by