TUBI EXPANDS R.L. STINE PARTNERSHIP WITH NEW ORIGINAL FILM "AFRAID OF CLOWNS": "Tubi today announced R.L. STINE'S AFRAID OF CLOWNS, a new original horror film premiering on Tubi in 2027. The film stars Frankie Honey, Ava Ferrer, Azriel Dalman, Joe Moore, and Jimbo (Canada’s Drag Race and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 8 Winner).
When Ringmaster Rollo and his mysterious clown troupe arrive in Redhaven, Frankie discovers their visit may be connected to a child who vanished years ago. Convinced they've now set their sights on her little brother, Frankie must convince her friends to help uncover the truth and stop the clowns before her brother disappears with them for good.
AFRAID OF CLOWNS is the third title in Tubi's growing R.L. Stine collection, following R.L. STINE'S PUMPKINHEAD, which premiered exclusively on Tubi in October 2025, and its sequel, R.L. STINE'S PUMPKINHEAD 2, premiering October 9, 2026. Reuniting the creative team behind both PUMPKINHEAD films, AFRAID OF CLOWNS brings Stine's multigenerational fandom to Tubi's horror audience, which streams more than 53 million hours of the genre each month. The film also joins "Terror on Tubi," the platform's year-round hub for horror.
“R.L. Stine has been the first taste of fear for legions of fans—and the beginning of a lifelong love of horror,” said Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer, Tubi. “Tubi’s collection of R.L. Stine movies gives longtime fans more of the stories that sparked their imaginations, while welcoming new audiences to the thrill of being scared.”
"Clowns have been scaring kids long before I ever got to them - I just gave them a reason to be afraid of the ones in Redhaven," said R.L. Stine. "Tubi has been a great home for these stories and I can't wait to introduce viewers to meet Ringmaster Rollo."
Produced by Front Street Pictures, the film is written and directed by Jem Garrard and executive produced by James Mattagne, Joan Waricha, Harvey Kahn, Yvonne Bernard, Dan Bernard, Jem Garrard, Allen Lewis, and Rama Diallo."
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Peacock Announces Camp Crystal Lake Experience for Fans at NYCC: "Today, Peacock announced it will bring Crystal Lake to New York Comic Con with a suspense-filled experience welcoming fans to the legendary Camp Crystal Lake.
Throughout NYCC (10/8-10/11), fans will be transported back to the 1970s at the seemingly idyllic Camp Crystal Lake—but will they survive their camp counsellor orientation? The free interactive experience for all New York Comic Con attendees will deliver in-world thrills, Camp Crystal Lake photo moments and branded giveaways. Renderings HERE of the experience."
When & Where
Location: Javits Center, Booth 1359
Time & Date:
Thursday, October 8 - 10am-7pm
Friday, October 9 - 10am-7pm
Saturday, October 10 - 10am-7pm
Sunday, October 11 - 10am-5pm
ABOUT THE SERIES
A prequel to the Friday the 13th franchise, the series follows single mother Pam Voorhees who has been unable to shake her grief after her young, sickly son Jason tragically drowned in the town lake almost a year before. When two strangers arrive at Pam’s door digging into her past, a disturbing chain of events is set into motion, leaving the townspeople of Crystal Lake wondering: just who is Pam Voorhees?
SERIES DETAILS
Premiere Date: All episodes premiere Thursday, October 15, 2026 on Peacock
Creator / Writer / Showrunner / Executive Producer: Brad Caleb Kane (It: Welcome to Derry, Tokyo Vice, Warrior)
Executive Producers: Brad Caleb Kane, Marc Toberoff, Victor Miller, Robert M. Barsamian, Robert P. Barsamian, Stuart Manashil, Tyson Bidner, Michael Lennox, Roy Lee
Directors: Michael Lennox (101-103), Celine Held & Logan George (104-106), Quyen Tran (107-108)
Series Regulars: Linda Cardellini, William Catlett, Devin Kessler, Cameron Scoggins, Gwendolyn Sundstrom
Recurring Cast: Callum Vinson, Nick Cordileone, Joy Suprano, Danielle Kotch, Phoenix Parnevik
Studio: A24
Format: Drama series, 8 x 60-min Episodes
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SPLIT ROCK: "While conducting survey work in the remote badlands, geologists and lovers Lauren (Backo) and Ben (Tanner) uncover a mysterious block of magnetic stone embedded in the earth. As their team investigates, their equipment begins to fail and a violent unseen force emerges. Lauren becomes obsessed with the ancient block, convinced that an eternal consciousness is using her mind to reach the surface. When Ben attempts to stop it, the outcome leaves the duo and their team forever altered."
WORLD PREMIERE – 59TH FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL DE CINEMA FANTÀSTIC DE CATALUNYA (SITGES)
Presented in 35mm
Press & Industry Screening:
Fri., Oct. 9, TBC @ Cinema Prado, Sitges, Spain
Public Screening:
Fri., Oct.9, 9:00 PM @ Cinema Prado, Sitges, Spain – 35mm Presentation
Sun., Oct.18 6:00 PM @ Cinema Escorxador – DCP
NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE – BROOKLYN HORROR FILM FESTIVAL
Presented in 35mm
Public Screening:
Wed., Oct. 21, 6:30 PM @ Nitehawk Cinema Williamsburg, (Screen #1) Brooklyn, NY
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.
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.
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