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Fans of former Scream franchise star Melissa Barrera have good reason to shout about the acclaimed actor as one of her less-heralded films nears its streaming debut. Barrera's rom-com horror film, Your Monster, lands a major global premiere online.

Via Deadline, Your Monster, which sees Barrera star alongside Saturday Night's Tommy Dewey, will make its global streaming debut on Max, with the film premiering on Jan. 24. Along with the Max release, Your Monsters is set to air via HBO on Jan. 25 at 8 p.m. Et, allowing non-Max subscribers the chance to watch the movie on cable.

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Produced by independent film distributor, Vertical, Your Monster debuted at the Sundance Film Festival last January to positive reviews, with Barrera receiving widespread praise for her performance. The film,...

Fans of Scream franchise star alum Melissa Barrera get good news as one of her latest projects receives an encouraging update. Barrera's first post-Scream film, Abigail, lands a new streaming home.

Prime Video confirmed that Abigail, directed by former Scream franchise helmers Radio Silence, will premiere on its service on Nov. 19. Abigail originally debuted digitally in May, weeks after its theatrical premiere, and secured a home video release this past summer.

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Barrera stars as Joey, a military medic and recovering addict in Abigail, which chronicles her and her team of kidnappers who captured the titular daughter of a powerful underworld figure, demanding $50 million for her release. However, Joey and co. soon realize the...

The amorphous Universal Monsters franchise was cinema's original shared universe, and it led to several iconic takes on classic creatures. Turning Dracula, Frankenstein's monster and the Wolfman into household names, these movies are seen as the thematic ancestors of both modern horror movies and the cinematic universe trend. Sadly, this revered status has yet to be replicated, despite the competing Marvel Cinematic Universe making it look easy.

Universal has attempted to create the shared universe of its classic horror movies before, with this resulting in the dead-on-arrival Dark Universe. While the first attempt at making this work ultimately failed, there's still potential if the concepts are taken back to their roots. In fact, there are two directors in particular who might be able to pull it off more than anyone else: Nosferatu's Robert Eggers and upcoming Frankenstein director, Guillermo del Toro.

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Five years ago, genre regular Samara Weaving starred in a very cool horror comedy called Ready or Not, which was directed by Radio Silence members Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, who went on to make the two most recent Scream sequels and the “Dracula’s daughter” movie Abigail. Earlier this year, it was announced that a sequel is now moving forward, with Escape Room director Adam Robitel taking the helm of a Ready or Not 2 that Radio Silence, still on board as producers, has promised will be “an absolute banger.” Now, during an interview with ComicBook.com, Weaving has confirmed that she is “all in” on the sequel.

When the subject of Ready or Not 2 came up, Weaving told ComicBook.com, “I’m all in. I think we’re all in, I don’t know. I think we’re all in. I don’t know if we’ve had our blood handshake,...

Any Universal Studios tourist worth their weight in candy rock-salt knows Stage 12 — but the historic filming location can be seen like never before at Halloween Horror Nights 2024.

An original haunted house with an all-female cast, “Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines” can be found inside the famous building on the studio’s sprawling California backlot. Built in 1929, Stage 12 has been around for almost a century and is still among the most culturally significant film stages in the world.

“I’ve talked about it a lot, but I don’t think you can talk about it enough,” the event’s creative director John Murdy told IndieWire during opening night. “The fact that we’re doing a house this year on the very soundstage where ‘Frankenstein’ was filmed in 1931, where ‘Dracula’ was filmed in 1931, where ‘The Bride of Frankenstein’ was filmed in 1935, et cetera. That’s just so cool and something that could only happen at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Peacock has announced the lineup of movies, TV shows, and live sports that will be available on the streaming service in September. The Peacock September 2024 schedule includes Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, which tells the infamous story of how an armed robbery on the night of Muhammad Ali’s historic 1970 comeback fight transformed Atlanta into the “Black Mecca”).

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Little House on the Prairie on September 11 (all nine seasons are currently streaming on Peacock). Plus, get a double dose of housewife realness with the two-part reunion of The Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 uncensored on September 11 and 18, and the season five premiere of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City on September 19.

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September also brings the spooks! Peacock’s “Face Your Fears” horror collection starts to roll out on the 1st, with more than 75+ Halloween titles arriving in September alone,...

Spooky season is nearly here.

And Peacock, Universal’s direct-to-consumer streaming platform, has just unveiled its Halloween programming line-up, full of tricks and treats from the studio’s back catalog, as well as two new series (“Teacup” and “Hysteria!”) for some fresh scares.

In 2022 and ’23, there was at least one big Blumhouse movie that simultaneously debuted on Peacock — in ’22, it was David Gordon Green’s trilogy-capping “Halloween Ends” and last year, it was the video game adaptation “Five Nights at Freddy’s”. This year doesn’t have anything quite like that, but it’s still a powerful collection of titles for every viewer.

The Sept. 1 batch includes classics like “Bride of Frankenstein,” “It Came From Outer Space” and “Werewolf of London;” 1980s favorites like “Halloween III: Season of the Witch,” “The Funhouse” and “The Thing;” along with more modern hits like the original “Candyman,” Jordan Peele’s “Us” and several entries in the “Saw” franchise.

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Prime Video Orders Frightening Two-Part Competition Baking Special Killer Cakes from Blumhouse Television and High Noon Entertainment: "Prime Video announced it has ordered the new deliciously-gory, competition baking show, Killer Cakes. The Thursday, October 8, premiere date was also revealed and first-look images. The entire two-part special is set to debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

From horror visionaries Blumhouse Television, and Cake Boss creators High Noon Entertainment, Killer Cakes is a one-of-a-kind competition show where bakers with...

This year, Peacock is bringing everything you need to face your fears, with more than 150 new Halloween titles heading to the service through October.

From Universal classics like Frankenstein, The Raven, and Phantom of the Opera to nostalgic favorites like Child’s Play, The Craft, and Candyman to frightening franchises like Saw, The Purge, and Leprechaun, and the best of Blumhouse like Get Out, Halloween Kills, and Happy Death Day, Peacock has all the titles to get you into the Halloween spirit.

Two new originals – James Wan’s horror series Teacup and the satanic panic thriller Hysteria! – and The Mouse Trap‘s streaming debut will also be available.

Peacock Halloween 2024 Lineup

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New Episodes: October 17, October 24; Finale: October 31

Teacup follows a disparate group of people in rural Georgia who must come together in the face of a mysterious threat in order to survive. Inspired by...

Peacock invites you to face your fears this Halloween with more than 150 new horror titles headed to the streaming service from September 1 straight through All Hallow’s Eve.

From Universal classics, like Frankenstein, The Raven and Phantom Of The Opera, and nostalgic favorites, like Child’S Play, The Craft and Candyman, to frightening franchises, like Saw, The Purge and Leprechaun, and the best of Blumhouse, like Get Out, Halloween Kills and Happy Death Day, Peacock aims to be “your Halloween HQ with a full spectrum of scares to enjoy.”

Not to mention, two new originals – James Wan’s horror series, Teacup, and satanic panic thriller, Hysteria! – as well as the streaming debut of The Mouse Trap.

Here’s the full Halloween 2024 lineup from Peacock…

September 1

30 Days Of Night (2007)

Amityville II: The Possession

Amityville 3-D

The Amityville Harvest

Amityville Moon

The Amityville Uprising

Bride Of Frankenstein

Candyman (1992)

Child’s Play (1988)

The Creature Walks Among Us...

Peacock was the underdog streaming service of the summer with the broadcast of the 2024 Summer Olympics. Now, NBCUniversal’s little streamer that could is gearing up to be the primo destination for spooky season. On Tuesday, Peacock declared its intent to “be your Halloween HQ” this year with the addition...

Abigail scares up good streaming returns following its recent Peacock premiere. After a modest box-office run, the Radio Silence-helmed horror film becomes one of the most popular titles online.

According to data from Reelgood, Abigail is the sixth-most popular streaming title for the week of Jul. 18 to Jul. 24. The vampire film is the only Peacock title to feature in the top 10, which is topped by Jan De Bont's acclaimed '90s disaster film, Twister. The horror flick beat the likes of Love Lies Bleeding and Beekeeper to reach the midway point of the streaming chart.

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Abigail began exclusively streaming via Peacock on Jul. 19, exactly three months after it debuted in cinemas, and after it became available digitally and on home video.

Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights is getting freakier.

Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines, an all-new original haunted house featuring an all-female group of classic Universal Monsters — The Bride of Frankenstein, Dracula’s daughter Marya, the She-Wolf of London and the mummified Egyptian princess Anck-Su-Namun — will be menacing guests beginning Friday, Aug. 30 at Universal Orlando Resort and Thursday, Sept. 5 at Universal Studios Hollywood.

The new haunted house will put guests “in the center of the ultimate battle between two unexpected alliances of classic female Universal Monsters,” according to the official release. Guests will “encounter Saskia Van Helsing, a new fearless huntress and daughter of revered Abraham Van Helsing — who killed Count Dracula by driving a stake through his heart and destroying his reign of terror. Saskia now faces Dracula’s daughter, Countess Marya, who arose from the dead to seek revenge for her father and destroy the Van Helsing bloodline.”

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Sink your teeth into Abigail when the acclaimed 2024 horror comedy makes its way to Peacock later this month. For those who have been waiting patiently for the vampire film to make its streaming debut, you won't have to wait much longer! Abigail drops on Peacock on Friday, July 19.

Releasing theatrically on April 19 (after making its initial debut at the Overlook Film Festival on April 7), Abigail will have taken exactly three months to stream, which is about par for the course with most theatrical-to-streaming debuts nowadays.

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— Peacock (@peacock) July 8, 2024

Peacock's release times aren't as strict as Netflix's usual 12 a.m. Pt/3 a.m. Et, but I imagine Abigail will be available that Friday morning, making Abigail the ideal Friday or Saturday night movie pick for those looking to relax and enjoy something entertaining without venturing out to the cinema.

‘Abigail’, aka “Dracula’s Daughter”, the new horror comedy feature directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, stars Alisha Weir, Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, Kathryn Newton, William Catlett, Kevin Durand and Angus Cloud, streaming July 19, 2024 on Peacock:

‘..a seemingly innocent girl is kidnapped for a ransom.

“But as ‘Abigail’ bonds with one of her captors it soon becomes abundantly clear…

“…there's a lot more to her than meets the eye…

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The latest entry in the beloved Universal Monsters brand is heading to Peacock. The streamer has announced when Radio Silence's vampire movie, Abigail, will become available to stream for subscribers.

Per Deadline, Abigail will begin streaming exclusively on Peacock beginning July 19, 2024. The horror comedy's arrival on the streaming service comes roughly two and a half months since it became available to rent or own on video-on-demand platforms. The streaming premiere date announcement for Abigail arrived ahead of its home video release on July 9. Fans looking for more than just the 109-minute movie on Peacock will want to pick up a physical copy of Abigail, as the Blu-ray and DVD versions come with several special features, including extended and deleted scenes, a gag reel, and a commentary track from Radio Silences Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.

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Sure, irradiated zombies and bloodthirsty apocalypse bikers can be pretty scary. Draculas and Frankensteins? Scary. Cthulhus… Mothmen… Graboids? The absolute worst. But for indie content creators, no boogeyman or cryptid is quite as hair-raising as the many great and monstrous leviathans ritualistically summoned by the occult and alchemical ritual known as filmmaking. Look: there’s Shaky Financing dragging itself out of the swamp, eyes burning blood red! And there: Collapsing Theatrical Market, unfurling its batwings in the rafters of the old abbey! And so on and so on.

But! As the Cryptkeeper, Vaultkeeper and Old Witch have reminded us many times before, misery loves company. So rather than hanging on the edge of your seat anxiously peering through ragged knuckles at the current (but only temporary!) dumpster-fire state of your latest film project, instead console yourself with the fact that many of your Halloweentime horror favorites have had their own very bumpy rides.

Abigail, the acclaimed horror-comedy starring former Scream franchise actor Melissa Barrera, will soon become available from home. The film secures premiere dates for its home video release, including several bonus features.

Per Comicbook.com, Abigail will become available through digital HD on Jun. 25, while the horror flick makes its way via home video (Blu-ray and DVD) on Jul. 9. The confirmation comes after the film became available for purchase digitally in May, just weeks after the Universal Pictures title hit cinemas.

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The digital HD, Blu-ray and DVD versions of Abigail boast several features, including extended and deleted scenes from the film, helmed by Radio Silence. Also accompanying the home video release are a gag reel and multiple featurettes showcasing behind-the-scenes looks...

“Abigail’, aka “Dracula’s Daughter”, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, will be available to rent or buy on digital June 25, 2024 and available for purchase on Blu-ray and DVD July 9, 2024:“..a seemingly innocent ballerina girl is kidnapped for a ransom. But as ‘Abigail’ bonds with one of her captors, it soon becomes abundantly clear that there's a lot more to her than meets the eye…

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Update: Daniel Richtman has learned that there’s not only a Mummy prequel in the works at Universal, but there are two other Mummy projects in the works as well. He writes, “There are no less than Three Mummy projects in development at Universal, one is a direct sequel to the Fraser films.” So fans might get to see Brendan Fraser make his long-awaited return to the role of Rick O’Connell after all!

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The 2017 version of The Mummy was supposed to kick off a new cinematic universe at Universal Pictures – a Dark Universe that would consist of interconnected reboots of their classic monster properties. Frankenstein, Bride of Frankenstein, The Invisible Man, The Wolf Man, Phantom of the Opera, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Creature from the Black Lagoon, they were all coming back, and they were all going to be crossing paths with each other. The...

We're returning to 1313 Mockingbird Lane yet again for a new television version of The Munsters, this time planned as a "darker reimagining" of the series.

Horror icon James Wan is producing a new series for Universal Studio Group (Usg) alongside showrunner Lindsey Anderson Beer (Pet Sematary: Bloodlines) and Ingrid Bisu. Wan's company, Atomic Monster, will produce this latest iteration alongside Lab Brew. The original 1964 sitcom initially aired on CBS for 70 episodes from 1964 to 1966.

According to Variety, the logline for this new version of The Munsters describes it as a horror show that "lives and breathes within the Universal Monsterverse." Between this, the recent success of Abigail (which was based on Dracula's Daughter), and the upcoming Wolf Man from Leigh Whannell, it seems like Universal is intent on making their "Dark Universe" work, even if it doesn't end up being interconnected like the MCU.

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Abigail's unique age as a child vampire poses a major obstacle for potential franchise development. Recasting the character may not work due to Alisha Weir's exceptional performance in the role. Universal faces challenges with their Classic Monsters IP, as Abigail's aging issue may hinder future plans for a monster mash-up.

The 2024 horror comedy Abigail was a surprise hit for both critics and audiences alike, but any thoughts of a franchise hinge on one very specific obstacle. Featuring an ensemble cast led by Melissa Barrera (Scream VI), Abigail brought a new spin to vampire horror by featuring a child as the titular villain. Once projected to be a part of Universal's interconnected Dark Universe, the movie was loosely based on the 1936 Universal Pictures movie Dracula's Daughter, which was itself a sequel to the iconic 1931 film Dracula.

Abigail's box office haul for Universal was far better than their two most recent vampire failures,...

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Abigail.

Abigail's phenomenal score & unique blend of horror and comedy set it apart in the vampire genre. The movie draws inspiration from Dracula's Daughter and Ready or Not, possibly sharing a universe with the latter. The eerie and suspenseful music, along with select songs, enhance the gory and enjoyable viewing experience.

The 2024 horror film Abigail includes a phenomenal score plus select songs that help build the mood and characterizations. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillette (who go by the name Radio Silence when working together), Abigail is an original play on the movie Draculas Daughter from 1936. The movie also takes inspiration from a movie made by the same directors, Ready or Not. In addition to sharing the same blend of comedy and horror, Abigail and Ready or Not may exist in a shared universe. Part of what makes these movies so successful is that theyre high concept.

The following contains spoilers for Abigail, now playing in theaters.

Abigail star Melissa Barrera reveals there was an alternate ending involving her character in the Radio Silence-helmed horror film. However, Barrera explains why the conclusion was left "intentionally vague."

Speaking with Screen Rant, Barrera, who plays Joey in Abigail, explained the idea behind the alternate ending. The movie chronicles a group of kidnappers (including Joey) tasked with holding the titular daughter of a notorious underworld figure for a huge ransom. However, the kidnappers realize Abigail (Alisha Weir) isn't a normal young girl, showing her bloodthirsty ways as a vampire ballerina. The twist ending sees Joey and Abigail align to take out the corrupted Frank (Dan Stevens) before he gets them first, with Abigail allowing Joey to leave peacefully to reunite with her son.

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Abigail is the latest horror movie from Universal to put its spin on Bram Stoker's Dracula. While the film underperformed at the box office, star Melissa Barrera recently shared that she hopes a sequel will be made.

Speaking with Screen Rant to promote Abigail's PVOD release, Barrera opened up about the movie's ending and sequel possibilities, revealing that "the idea of a sequel for me was always exciting, because I want to be a vampire." The actor added, "That's all I want in life, that's all I want. So that was, for me, it was the thing, but I don't know that we need one. And it will be actually really hard to do with Alisha, because technically, she can't get any older, and she's at that age where she is getting older. Not that you can't do it with de-aging and CGI and all that stuff, but who knows?...

Abigail, the recently released horror comedy film by Radio Silence continues to be a critical success just over two weeks after its release. However, the vampire movie is already confirming a digital release amid its modest box-office return.

Per Universal Pictures, Abigail is set to make its digital premiere on May 7. Fans can rent or purchase the horror film across all major video-on-demand (VOD) platforms, including Google Play, Prime Video and Apple TV. It's unconfirmed when Abigail will debut on streaming services, though it's expected to become available on Peacock first given it's a Universal title.

Related 10 Great Elements That Make Abigail A One Of A Kind Horror Film Abigail is a one-of-a-kind horror movie that seamlessly blends vampires and horror along with many other unique film elements.

Abigail tells the story of a group of kidnappers who hold the daughter of a notorious New York underground figure hostage. However,...

After nearly 90 years, Universal has decided to reintroduce one of their oldest monsters, Dracula’s daughter, with their latest horror film, Abigail. The original 1936 film, Dracula’s Daughter, was a direct sequel to the 1931 Dracula and second in the series with the third being 1943’s Son of Dracula.

Abigail takes the basic idea of the spawn of the rapine of darkness but changes it in many ways. First, the character’s name is now Abigail, while the original was Countess Marya Zaleska. Second, Abigail is portrayed as a little girl, while in the original, she appears to be a grown woman. Third, the film is far more violent and gory, while the original was more about suspense and atmosphere.

But how does this interpretation hold up? Is it a worthy reimagining of the classic tale? Let’s sink our teeth in and find out.

The story revolves around a group of...

Giancarlo Esposito plays criminally mastermind Lambert in Abigail, building anticipation for his upcoming role in MaXXXine in 2024. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Abigail offers a fresh take on vampire mythology, starring Esposito alongside a talented cast. Esposito's roles in both horror films are minor yet vital, contributing to the narrative from afar, adding to the genre's excitement.

Legendary character actor Giancarlo Esposito has recently played a role in the critically acclaimed horror movie Abigail, building anticipation for an upcoming slasher movie. The 65-year-old actor plays the character Lambert for the Abigail cast, a criminal mastermind who assembles the team to capture the titular vampire girl. The term criminal mastermind has become synonymous with Esposito, who famously played Gus Fring in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, leading to a slew of similar antagonist roles in shows like The Boys, The Mandalorian, and multiple feature films.

Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, who previously...

Abigail is a unique reimagining of Dracula's Daughter, featuring a blood-soaked storyline and a 14-year-old intimidating protagonist. Classic creepy kid films like The Bad Seed and The Omen set the stage for Abigail's success in the horror subgenre. Abigail's critical and audience acclaim proves that the creepy kid subgenre still has a strong audience.

Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett gave horror a modern classic with Ready or Not, which, like their newest feature, Abigail, is both unique and wears its inspirations on its sleeves. That said, their two Scream films are, of course, even more evident about referencing the past. But, whereas Scream has always made a point of emulating multiple past horror films, Abigail is effectively a reimagining of just one: Dracula's Daughter.

However, Abigail is quite different from Dracula's Daughter in at least two major ways. For one, Abigail is about as blood-soaked as a vampire flick has ever been.

Alisha Weir and Kevin Durand in Abigail Photo: Bernard Walsh (Universal Pictures) Spoiler Space offers thoughts on, and a place to discuss, the plot points we can’t disclose in our official review. Fair warning: This article explains the ending of the movie Abigail.We couldn’t spoil anything Abigail...

Alisha Weir and Kevin Durand in AbigailPhoto: Bernard Walsh (Universal Pictures)

Spoiler Space offers thoughts on, and a place to discuss, the plot points we can’t disclose in our official review. Fair warning: This article explains the ending of the movie Abigail.

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Abigail maintains Melissa Barrera's fresh streak on Rotten Tomatoes. Abigail has an 85% Tomatometer score, contributing to Barrera's impressive run. Barrera's next film, The Collaboration, may continue her Rotten Tomatoes streak.

Melissa Barrera's latest movie, Abigail, extends the talented actress' "Fresh" streak on Rotten Tomatoes, and her upcoming film could very easily continue Barrera's impressive run on the review-aggregation website. The 2024 vampire horror comedy, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (the co-directors of Scream and Scream VI) and written by Stephen Shields and Guy Busick, is a reimagining of the 1936 movie Dracula's Daughter. The story revolves around a team of criminals kidnapping a young girl named Abigail and holding her for ransom. However, their plans take a turn for the worse when they realize Abigail is a vampire.

Barrera stars as Joey, one of the six aforementioned criminals, in the cast of Abigail, continuing to cement her status as...

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Abigail introduces a fresh spin on Dracula's Daughter, with subtle nods to the iconic vampire throughout the film. Ana Lucía Cruz's name in Abigail cleverly references Dracula lore, hinting at her ultimate fate as the sole survivor. Abigail is a loose reimagining of the classic Dracula's Daughter concept, showcasing Universal's new creative spins on classic monsters.

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Abigail.Abigail has finally hit theaters and has been a delight for audiences and critics. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, previously best known for directing Ready or Not and Scream VI, the duo was confirmed to be working on an untitled Universal Monster whose synopsis described it as "a unique take on legendary monster lore and will represent a fresh, new direction for how to celebrate classic characters."

When the trailer for Abigail was released, it was clear that it was a new spin on Dracula's Daughter,...

This story contains spoilers for Abigail.

Following the theatrical debut of Abigail, the directing duo of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett opened up about the horror comedy’s surprise cameo by an Emmy-nominated actor. The film was inspired by Universal Pictures’ 1963 classic Dracula’s Daughter as part of the studio’s ongoing efforts to give modern updates to Universal Classic Monsters stories.

Speaking with EW, Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett addressed Downton Abbey and The Crown star Matthew Goode’s cameo appearance at the end of Abigail, where he played the titular ballerina vampire’s mysterious father, Lazar. This won’t be the first time that Goode has portrayed a vampire, as he previously played one for three seasons in the British supernatural fantasy series A Discovery of Witches. "I don't think that we can imagine anybody but Matthew in that role now that he's done it," Bettinelli-Olpin said. "It was just a...

Abigail showcases an exciting way to update older Universal characters like Dracula Abigail's critical success proves that the movie's main character can lead a franchise moving forwards Abigail's age poses a potential problem for future installments

The 2024 horror comedy Abigail is a refreshing update to the tired vampire horror subgenre, potentially showing the best way for Universal to replace its most iconic character. Starring Alisha Weir as the titular child-like monster, the movie has been a huge hit with critics, scoring an impressive 88% on the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes. However, while isolated success is exciting, it is Abigail's potential as a franchise starter that will prove particularly noteworthy for Universal.

A loose remake of the classic Universal Classic Monsters movie Dracula's Daughter, Abigail is an irreverent reimagining of the original material. Alisha Weir, who was 13 years old at the time of filming, plays the titular antagonist, who is quickly revealed...

The article contains spoilers for Abigail.

Melissa Barrera believes that an Abigail sequel is possible if it performs well. The actor also suggested ways to continue the story, including the possibility of Joey becoming a vampire. So far, the movie has been receiving positive reviews, while it has a decent box office opening.

Abigail star Melissa Barrera reveals whether a sequel is possible for the vampire horror-comedy. The movie, inspired by the story of the 1936 movie Dracula's Daughter, has already grossed $15 million globally against a production budget of $28 million. Directed by Scream 6 duo Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and starring Barrera, the story follows a group of criminals who kidnap the daughter of an underworld kingpin, unaware she is a vampire until she breaks free and starts killing them off.

In an interview with IndieWire, Barrera claimed that Abigail could get a follow-up, assuming the movie is a financial success.

If you are a horror fan then you might have heard about the director duo of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, who gave us brilliant horror films like 2022’s Scream and 2019’s Ready or Not and now they are back with their new and even campier horror film Abigail. Written by Stephen Shields and Guy Busick, the new horror film is a reimagining of the 1936 Universal Classic Monsters film Dracula’s Daughter and it follows the story of a group of kidnappers who are told to kidnap the daughter of a very powerful man and keep her in the house for 24 hours, but they quickly realize that the daughter might not be what she seems. Abigail stars Alisha Weir, Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, Will Catlett, Kathryn Newton, Kevin Durand, Angus Cloud, Giancarlo Esposito, and Matthew Goode. So, if you loved the horror, survival, and gory elements of Abigail here are some...

One of the truisms in film calendar slating is that it’s a real plus to be the first new horror film released in a while. With the weak opening of Universal’s “Abigail” this weekend, the inverse also seems to hold.

The seventh wide release in the genre over the past eight weeks from a studio that has been quite reliable for sustaining horror success, from Blumhouse and elsewhere, fell short with only $10.1 million. That allowed “Civil War” (A24) to hold on to # 1 with $11.2 million despite a 56 percent drop.

With such a low gross at #1 and the rest doing less, the weekend struggled to reach close to $66 million. That’s the fifth sub-$70 million total out of 16 weekends so far this year. By comparison, pre-Covid 2019 — with ticket prices more than 15 percent lower than now — had none.

The weak performance, down nearly 50 percent from last year’s $127 million, brought the...

In 2024, Radio Silence released its new movie, Abigail, which stars young actress Alisha Weir as a bloodthirsty vampire, leading to many questions about how old the protagonist is, both physically and mentally. Although Weir's Abigail is the core of the film, as proven by the movie's title, there are other factors at play throughout Abigail. Namely, the movie centers on the fact that a group of would-be criminals, Abigail's "Rat-Pack," raids Abigail's house with the intention of kidnapping her to get ransom money from her wealthy father. However, due to Abigail's true identity, this plan goes off the rails.

Abigail is not the first movie to ever introduce a young vampire character, however, it is quite an interesting premise, all told. In particular, Abigail stands out because of how the movie presents the young protagonist as sweet and innocent. At first, she is just a little girl returning from ballet practice.

A24’s dystopian thriller “Civil War” conquered the box office again, fending off three new releases to retain the top spot on North American charts.

Alex Garland’s film, starring Kirsten Dunst as a photojournalist who traverses a violently divided United States, added $11.12 million in its second weekend of release. It has generated $44.8 million so far and already stands as one of A24’s top five highest-grossing movies of all time. With a $50 million price tag, it’s also the indie distributor’s most expensive film to date.

Though it was a close race, “Civil War” charged ahead of a trio of newcomers — Universal’s vampire horror film “Abigail,” director Guy Ritchie’s “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” and Sony and Crunchyroll’s anime adventure “Spy x Family Code: White” — which all opened to mixed results.

Heading into the weekend, “Abigail” was predicted to top the box office with $12 million to $15 million in its debut.

The article contains spoilers for Abigail.

The Abigail movie ends with the appearance of Kristof Lazar, played by Matthew Goode. The directors share their thoughts on the cameo and why they left the reveal at the end. The reveal could open doors for a sequel that could explore Abigail and her father's relationship.

Abigail's ending features a cameo from a well-known actor, and directing team Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett have given their thoughts on the surprise appearance. Based on the classic 1936 Universal monster movie Dracula's Daughter, the horror comedy follows a group of petty criminals hired to kidnap the daughter of an underworld kingpin, unaware their young quarry is a bloodsucker. Abigail's unexpected ending brings a few twists and turns, with the biggest one being the cameo of Watchmen actor Matthew Goode in the role of Abigail's father, Kristof Lazar.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bettinelli-Olpin...

Abigail star Melissa Barrera explains why the titular vampire ballerina spares Joey. In the movie, Joey and Abigail form a connection, which likely contributes to the latter's decision at the end. Out of the six people who kidnapped Abigail, Joey leaves the mansion as the only survivor.

Abigail star Melissa Barrera explains why the titular vampire (Alisha Weir) makes one perplexing decision in the end. The black comedy horror movie serves as a reimagining of the 1936 film Dracula's Daughter. It follows Abigail, a young ballet dancer targeted by a band of criminals trying to get to her powerful father through her. The group kidnaps the girl but soon realizes they are in far more danger when she's revealed to be a deadly vampire. Despite much of the movie exploring her lethal abilities, the film ends with a surprisingly human gesture.

In an interview with IndieWire, Barrera explained why the young...

Spoiler Alert: This story discusses major plot points, including the ending, of “Abigail,” currently playing in theaters.

The vampire thriller “Abigail” originated as a modern-day update of the classic horror film “Dracula’s Daughter.” But by the time the filmmaking trio Radio Silence — producer Chad Villella and directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett — began production on “Abigail” in Ireland in the spring of 2023, the movie had virtually no connection to the 1936 Universal picture.

“Dracula’s Daughter” follows the grown Countess Marya Zaleska (Gloria Holden) as she tries — and fails — to rid herself of her vampirism following Dracula’s death. In “Abigail,” by sharp contrast, the titular vampire is a girl, kidnapped by a team of mercenaries — led by the hot-headed Frank (Dan Stevens) and self-possessed Joey (Melissa Barrera) — under the false impression that she’s the helpless daughter of a tycoon who will pay their ransom to get her back. Eventually, Abigail...

Warning! Major Spoilers ahead for Abigail (2024)!

Abigail's success proves a refreshing turn for Universal Monsters after the disappointing response to Nicolas Cage's vampire film. Radio Silence's Abigail shines brighter by avoiding an overuse of campy elements that hindered Nicolas Cage's Renfield. Abigail's critical acclaim breathes new life into the vampire subgenre, setting a high standard for future vampire movies like Nosferatu.

The success of Universal’s new horror movie, Abigail, is a reminder of the disappointing response to Nicolas Cage’s vampire film from 2023, which had great potential within the genre. In Universal’s continued effort to tackle more Classic Monsters from their library, the studio partnered with Scream and Ready or Not directing team Radio Silence on Abigail, a modern reimagining of their 1936 horror film Dracula’s Daughter. Abigail, released in theaters on April 19, now holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 82% from critics, which is an impressive feat...

Abigail was filmed at a real manor doubling as the movie's mansion, creating a single location horror film. The Guinness manor in Dublin, Ireland provided a dynamic backdrop for Abigail, adding fear with taxidermy chosen by the production team. Two mansion rooms in Abigail were filmed in a studio, seamlessly integrating with the primary filming location and showcasing production design skills.

Universal’s Abigail filmed the majority of the movie at a real manor that doubled as the mansion where the titular character is held. The vampire ballerina movie follows a group of aspiring criminals who kidnap the 12-year-old daughter of vampire crime lord Kristof Lazar. They must hold the girl overnight in an empty mansion, but their plan soon goes awry when they learn that Abigail is more than just an ordinary girl.

The movie Abigail is a clear reimagining of the 1936 horror movie Dracula’s Daughter. However, the film...

[Editor’s note: The following interview contains major spoilers for the ending of “Abigail.”]

Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett’s latest horror outing, “Abigail,” comes with plenty of surprises — pint-sized ballerina vampires, double crosses galore, and a lot of exploding bodies — but the biggest of all might be its somewhat happy ending.

A modern spin on the classic “Dracula’s Daughter,” the film follows a group of rag-tag criminals who are tasked with kidnapping (and holding overnight) the young daughter of a local criminal mastermind. Too bad for them that their charge, played by Alisha Weir, isn’t a normal little girl: she’s also a vicious vampire who is (understandably) quite pissed off about her abduction.

By the time the film wraps up, Abigail has chomped her way through most of the crew, offing each of them in surprising (and splashy!) ways. Except for Barrera’s Joey, who has served as something of a protector to the youngster throughout the film. After the dust (blood?...

Warning: This article contains a massive spoiler for "Abigail."

Taste is obviously subjective, but for my money, "Abigail" is one of the best horror movies of 2024. It's been a few years since we've had a truly great vampire movie, and this part-crime thriller, part-comedy, part-gothic horror, part-gorefest has set the bar for vampire films in the 2020s. A group of criminals — Melissa Barrera as Joey, Dan Stevens as Frank, Kathryn Newton as Sammy, William Catlett as Rickles, Kevin Durand as Peter, and Angus Cloud as Dean — are tasked with kidnapping Abigail (Alisha Weir) and holding her for ransom, believing her rich father will happily trade funds for the safekeeping of his baby girl. Unfortunately for the group, Abigail is a vampire, and this kidnapping plot is a trap to allow her some fun before devouring them all in a gigantic feast.

Throughout "Abigail," the kidnappers and the titular vamp herself often reference her wealthy,...

This weekend, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, known collaboratively as Radio Silence, will drop their latest project. Titled Abigail, the movie is a reimagining of Universal’s 1936 feature, Dracula’s Daughter with a few updated twists. One of those twists is something that audiences can always expect to be woven into a Radio Silence-helmed movie - a smattering of comedy to offset the terror. While the duo made their first foray into filmmaking with a chapter in the anthology project, V/H/S, and worked on other titles, including Devil’s Due and Southbound, it was with their 2019 film, Ready or Not that they really picked up steam and let their specific brand of horror-comedy shine.

The following contains spoilers for Abigail, now playing in theaters

Abigail fuses crime thriller and horror elements, setting up a potential new Dracula storyline in a sequel. Kristof Lazar is a powerful crimelord and vampire in Abigail, with possible hints he is Dracula himself. Abigail has been a vampire for centuries, with her father as the one who turned her, creating a dark vampiric family.

Abigail has a lot of fun with its vampiric roots, quietly featuring some clear connections to the mythos of previous Dracula stories — as well as a potential appearance by the most famous vampire himself. Abigail focuses on a group of seemingly unconnected criminals who are hired to kidnap the titular little girl in hopes of a massive payout from her mysterious wealthy father. However, the group is shocked to discover that the girl is in fact a centuries-old vampire, who stalks the group through a...