‘Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ turns 50: Acres of pot, violent injuries and real human skeletons that cursed the set

‘Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ turns 50: Acres of pot, violent injuries and real human skeletons that cursed the set

Almost everybody dies — violently — in “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.”  But, against all odds, the classic horror movie is still alive and kicking, cutting, slicing and bashing 50 years later.  The 1974 film, directed by Tobe Hooper, was made on a shoestring budget of $140,000. And critics were not so taken with the … Read more

This divisive movie-watching habit starts at childhood, new survey says

This divisive movie-watching habit starts at childhood, new survey says

If your interest in horror started when you were a kid, chances are you still can’t get enough.  A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults who celebrate Halloween revealed more than two-thirds (68%) of Americans polled enjoyed horror movies when they were a child, and that number still holds strong at 73% today. In fact, almost … Read more

The $1.2 million ‘Poltergeist’ house is becoming an Airbnb that will replicate the horror film’s set

The .2 million ‘Poltergeist’ house is becoming an Airbnb that will replicate the horror film’s set

Sleep here at your own risk. The infamous house from the 1982 horror classic “Poltergeist” is being transformed into an Airbnb, available to rent by supernatural-obsessed fans. The home, built in 1979, is located in Simi Valley, California. The “Poltergeist” house in Simi Valley, California. Google Maps It sold Friday for $1.28 million, the Zillow listing … Read more

Exclusive | Sarah Paulson all but confirms a ‘The Bear’ return: ‘So intimidated’ by the cast

Exclusive | Sarah Paulson all but confirms a ‘The Bear’ return: ‘So intimidated’ by the cast

Sarah Paulson is teasing fans of “The Bear” with a possible return to the hit series.  Paulson hinted that she could once again step into the chaotic world of the Berzatto family as cousin Michelle while speaking to The Post about her new horror movie, “Hold Your Breath.” The movie, which dropped on Hulu Thursday, … Read more

‘Terrifier 3’ had viewers ‘vomiting’ and ‘walking out’ of its U.K. premiere

‘Terrifier 3’ had viewers ‘vomiting’ and ‘walking out’ of its U.K. premiere

Art the Clown is scaring audiences out of the theaters. The latest screening of “Terrifier 3,” the third entry in Damien Leone’s horror-slasher series about a sadistic killer clown, took place on Wednesday in the United Kingdom. The film’s distributor, Signature Entertainment, wrote on X that movie theater staff “reported 11 people walking out and 1 person vomiting” during … Read more

Damian Lewis reveals take on ‘Billions’ series finale — and if he’d lead a TV series again

Damian Lewis reveals take on ‘Billions’ series finale — and if he’d lead a TV series again

Bobby Axelrod has entered the chat. Damian Lewis is “really satisfied” with how “Billions” ended last year. The actor departed the show in 2021 after Season 5, before returning for the final Season 7 season and its series finale. “I think the guys Brian Koppelman and David Levine, I think they ended it really beautifully. … Read more

7-year-old’s parents didn’t think much of these subtle signs before horror cancer diagnosis

7-year-old’s parents didn’t think much of these subtle signs before horror cancer diagnosis

Claire Casbolt loves unicorns, mermaids, art and her friends. She has just turned seven and planned her biggest party yet, with face painting, ponies and a jumping castle. Sadly, her seventh birthday will likely be her last. In June, Claire’s mother Meghan Tucker noticed her sassy, sparkly schoolgirl acting clumsier than usual. She was sent … Read more

Exclusive | Why ‘FNL’ and ‘White Lotus’ star Connie Britton prefers TV over film

Exclusive | Why ‘FNL’ and ‘White Lotus’ star Connie Britton prefers TV over film

Connie Britton has clear eyes and a full heart when it comes to filming television shows. The 57-year-old recently shared why she prefers starring in television series over films. “I actually love TV,” Britton exclusively told the Post Wednesday. “I kind of was brought up on television, on watching TV and I love serialized television … Read more

‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ rakes in $14.4 million, keeps top spot in box office rankings

‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ rakes in .4 million, keeps top spot in box office rankings

The “Ghost with the most” has done it again. “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” was No.1 at the Friday box office for the second straight week, its eighth day in theaters, earning $14.4 million, according to The Numbers. The long-awaited sequel, which has star Michael Keaton repeating his role along with several other members of the original cast, … Read more

New species of ‘horror’ wasp discovered in the US: ‘We didn’t think it was real,’ scientists admit

New species of ‘horror’ wasp discovered in the US: ‘We didn’t think it was real,’ scientists admit

A bee in your bonnet has nothing on a wasp in your belly. Mississippi scientists have discovered a new species of wasp that lays eggs in living flies so the babies burst out of their bellies, Nature reports. “At the time we didn’t think it was real,” the study’s lead author Logan Moore, a biologist … Read more

Lawrence Taylor’s sad message to Carl Banks as they watched Giants in horror

Lawrence Taylor’s sad message to Carl Banks as they watched Giants in horror

A couple of Giants legends were ready to suit up Sunday as they had a close-up look at the current team embarrassing itself in a 28-6 loss to the Vikings. Carl Banks and Lawrence Taylor were two of the Giants greats being honored during Week 1 as the team celebrates its 100th year as a … Read more

Two time’s a charm for ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ as sequel hits No. 1 on opening day

Two time’s a charm for ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ as sequel hits No. 1 on opening day

The second time’s a charm for “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” The dark fantasy comedy-horror, which The Post called “pointless” and “belabored,” earned $41.5 million on Friday, its first day in theaters, according to The Numbers. The Tim Burton film, which serves as a sequel to the 1988 cult classic “Beetlejuice,” is expected to take in at least … Read more

Demi Moore’s nudity-packed horror film ‘The Substance’ is the craziest thing I’ve ever seen

Demi Moore’s nudity-packed horror film ‘The Substance’ is the craziest thing I’ve ever seen

movie review THE SUBSTANCE Running time: 140 minutes. Rated R (strong bloody violent content, gore, graphic nudity and language). In theaters Sept. 20. One question repeatedly popped into my mind during “The Substance,” an outrageous and beyond bizarre horror movie that had its North American premiere Thursday night at the Toronto International Film Festival. What’s … Read more

‘Rocky Horror’ legend Tim Curry to take on first feature film role in 14 years

‘Rocky Horror’ legend Tim Curry to take on first feature film role in 14 years

Tim Curry is returning to the big screen. The “Rocky Horror Picture Show” actor, 78, will appear in the new slasher film “Stream,” according to Variety. This is Curry’s first feature film role in 14 years. Tim Curry at the premiere of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” TV remake in 2016. FilmMagic “Stream” is opening … Read more

‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ director predicts the future of the franchise

‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ director predicts the future of the franchise

The “A Quiet Place” franchise likely isn’t finished just yet — if “A Quiet Place: Day One” director Michael Sarnoski has any say in the matter. The prequel, which serves as the third installment in John Krasinki’s successful franchise, explores the early stages of the alien invasion depicted in the previous films. Joseph Quinn and … Read more

‘Despicable Me 4’ still No. 1 in box office, helping animated franchise become first to reach $5B

‘Despicable Me 4’ still No. 1 in box office, helping animated franchise become first to reach B

The Minions deserve a medal. “Despicable Me 4” was No. 1 in the box office on its second Friday in theaters, earning $13.6 million, The Numbers reported. The sixth installment in the “Despicable Me” franchise, which stars its Minions, a species of little yellow henchmen, helped the franchise to become the first animated one to reach … Read more

‘Longlegs’ review: Nicolas Cage’s horror film is terrifying — and fantastic

‘Longlegs’ review: Nicolas Cage’s horror film is terrifying — and fantastic

“Longlegs,” a gripping horror film about a mysterious Oregon serial killer on the loose, racks up many spooky superlatives. movie review LONGLEGS Running time: 101 minutes. Rated R (bloody violence, disturbing images and some language). In theaters July 12. Chief among them? The freakish title character easily ranks among Nicolas Cage’s strangest roles.  That a … Read more

‘Inside Out 2’ brought all the feels with a $62M opener, could be highest grossest film of year

‘Inside Out 2’ brought all the feels with a M opener, could be highest grossest film of year

“Inside Out 2” gave moviegoers all the feels. On its first day in theaters Friday, the Disney and Pixar flick brought in $62 million, The Numbers reported. A sequel to 2015’s “Inside Out,” it chronicles a teenager’s journey with four new emotions — Anxiety, Envy, Ennui and Embarrassment, which are all also animated characters in the … Read more

These ‘90s throwback sandals are stepping back into trend this summer — much to the horror of millennials

These ‘90s throwback sandals are stepping back into trend this summer — much to the horror of millennials

Sporting these shoes will leave everyone jelly of your nostalgic style. Jelly sandals, the plastic, gummy, candy-colored footwear of the ’80s and ’90s, are now making a surprising comeback as the shoe of the summer, in a trend helmed by the trendsetting twin creative directors, Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, of The Row. The minimalist … Read more