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20 Feb 2021

Shudder: March 2021 U.S. Highlights

In March, Shudder members can look forward to new movie premieres every week, including season two of the hit series A Discovery of Witches, Shudder original films Lucky, Stay Out of the Attic, Slaxx and Violation, the Shudder exclusive Koko-Di Koko-Da, and an impressive lineup of recent and classic horror favorites including Ken Russell’s The Devils. I had the pleasure of watching Lucky last year, and it was phenomenal. It premieres on March 4, so make sure you it’s at the top of your list! Below is a rundown of everything you can expect to see on Shudder in March.

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22 Jan 2021
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Shudder: February 2021 U.S. Highlights

Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and as the great Robert Englund once said, “Just because it’s a love story doesn’t mean it can’t have a decapitation or two.” If your thoughts are in line with Robert’s then you’ll want to keep your eyes on Shudder where cupid’s arrow is known to impale. Below are all of the gory details about what you can expect during the month of love.

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31 Dec 2020

2020: A Year To Remember

This time last year there was a lot of uncertainty in my life, both personally and professionally. Heading into 2020, I was hopeful that the year ahead would bring me good fortune and opportunity. Thankfully, I was correct. I had two amazing opportunities as a professional, and I personally had a great deal of good things happen too. However, what none of us could have anticipated was that a global pandemic would hit — and it hit hard.

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25 Dec 2020

Shudder January 2021 U.S. Highlights

Merry Christmas! It may be December 25, but horror lasts all year long, including at Christmastime. There are a bevy of holiday favorites to enjoy on Shudder right now, and January is shaping up to be a terrific month as well. Below you’ll find all the details about what’s coming to Shudder in the first month of the new year. Happy Holidays!

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10 Nov 2020

Shudder December Highlights

November has only just begun, yet Shudder released its programming for December. Can you believe it?! December is right around the corner. I’m sure most of us are happy to see 2020 come to an end. If you want to do so in style, read on for the horror offerings from Shudder in December.

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31 Oct 2020
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Remembering Sean Connery

It was reported today that Sir Sean Connery died at the age of 90. He will forever be remembered as the original James Bond, playing a pivotal role in launching the pop culture phenomenon that is still going strong today. As a lifelong Bond fan, I’m thankful for his immeasurable contributions to the series. Moreover, I appreciate Sean Connery for the countless roles he played outside of 007. He wasn’t a one-trick pony. Rather, this skilled Scottish actor was a chameleon who could embody a wide range of characters that swept us away with wonderful stories for nearly 60 years.

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27 Oct 2020

Shudderfest: Free Day-Long Virtual Halloween Event

This is a Halloween unlike any other. But that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Shudder has come to the rescue with an all-day virtual Halloween event, taking place this Saturday, October 31. Think of it as an online horror convention, featuring panels comprised of horror legends and luminaries, as well as a movie double-feature at night. The best part is, other than the movie double feature, this event is completely free. Register now at Shudderfest.com, and read the full press release below for all of the details.

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22 Oct 2020

Shudder November 2020 Highlights

As I write this, I’m watching Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers on Shudder. It’s a great movie and one of the best sequels in this fabled franchise. From Hollywood blockbusters like this one to indie films, and everything in between, Shudder has something for everyone. With Halloween arriving next week, here’s what’s coming to Shudder in November.

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26 Sep 2020

Shudder October Highlights

October is just a few days away, and Shudder isn’t messing around. Hot on the heels of surpassing one million subscribers, the horror streaming service is providing a beautiful bevy of content to enjoy in October. Below is the full press release with all of the details, so you know what to look out for.

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22 Apr 2020
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Joe Bob Briggs Discusses Horror, Wrestling, & Books

In March 2019 I met Joe Bob Briggs, the wildly popular authority on drive-in movies who currently hosts horror movie marathons on Shudder, as well as The Last Drive-In: a weekly double-movie marathon featuring Joe Bob’s hilarious and insightful musings, Darcy “The Mail Girl,” and special guests. Speaking of which, Season 2 of The Last Drive-In airs this Friday at 9 p.m. ET and it features guest co-host Chris Jericho. Read on for my interview with the legendary Joe Bob Briggs, where we discuss horror movies, wrestling, books, and more.

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