Horror Highlights: V/H/S/MIXTAPE, SEVERIN FILMS’ 2026 SUPER-SHOCK POP-UP FESTIVAL

2026/08/03 15:47:57 +00:00 | Jonathan James

Shudder Announces V/H/S/MIXTAPE - Music Driven Installment With New Lineup of Directors: "Shudder announced today the ninth installment of the V/H/S franchise, V/H/S/MIXTAPE, which cranks the signature found-footage horror up to eleven with an electrifying new anthology where music and sound become the source of terror. United by a theme that explores the power of music, rhythm, and audio to haunt, possess, and destroy, the film blends cosmic horror, psychological suspense, outrageous splatter, and groundbreaking practical effects into one unforgettable mixtape of nightmares. V/H/S/MIXTAPE will be streaming on Shudder on October 9, 2026.

Featuring all-new segments from legendary filmmaker Ernest Dickerson, hip-hop icon RZA, visionary director David Moreau, and acclaimed filmmaker Renee Zhan, whose segment includes original puppets by Jim Henson's Creature Shop.

V/H/S/MIXTAPE also features original music video interludes directed by acclaimed filmmaker and musician Flying Lotus, alongside a brand-new music video from debut filmmaker Tobias Forge, creating a genre-bending mixtape experience unlike anything the franchise has attempted before. Adding to the chaos, legendary shock-metal pioneers GWAR also make a featured appearance, further cementing the film's celebration of horror, music, and cult cinema.

Producers for the ninth installment of V/H/S include Josh Goldbloom, Steven Schneider, Roy Lee, Michael Schreiber, Brad Miska, and executive producers Ben Ross and Rami Yassin.

V/H/S/MIXTAPE follows the record-breaking opening weekend of the franchise’s previous installment, the critically acclaimed V/H/S/HALLOWEEN, which became the most-watched exclusive film premiere of 2025 for Shudder and AMC+, driving Shudder’s biggest acquisition weekend of the year."

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SEVERIN FILMS’ 2026 SUPER-SHOCK POP-UP FESTIVAL IN LA CELEBRATES COMPANY’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY – ON AUGUST 22: "In celebration of their 20th Anniversary, the fan-centric Severin Films’ Super-Shock Pop-Up Festival returns for an all-day bacchanal featuring a Mystery Quartet of new title screenings and Super-Special Surprise Guests befitting two decades of original productions, theatrical, streaming and “one of the very best labels in physical media” (Polygon). The event will be held on August 22nd at Brain Dead Studios, 611 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles.

The event – in association with Cinematic Void and Rendezvous – will also include sneak previews of upcoming trailers and promos, complimentary swag, Rendezvous DJ sets before and between films, an epic merch table and more, with the international Severin Team in enthusiastic attendance.

Doors open at 12:00 noon with festivities commencing at 12:30 PM for what Severin co-founder/CEO David Gregory calls “an unprecedented event that honors two decades of what Severin Films does best: celebrating fans, film and good yet not-entirely-clean fun.”"

Ticket Link: https://studios.wearebraindead.com/movies/severins-super-shock-pop-up-film-festival-2026/

  • Jonathan James
    About the Author - Jonathan James

    After more than a decade as a consultant in the entertainment industry, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who passionately explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.

    Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He is also consulted with as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, film festivals, and conventions.

  • Jonathan James
    About the Author : Jonathan James

    After more than a decade as a consultant in the entertainment industry, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who passionately explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.

    Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He is also consulted with as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, film festivals, and conventions.