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Metro
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Horror fans 'can't wait to be traumatised' after watching new show's trailer
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Horror TV fans have declared it's 'the best day of 2025' after the first trailer for It: Welcome To Derry was released. The prequel is set 27 years before the events of the It film franchise, adapted from Stephen King's 1986 novel of the same name. Bill Skarsgard reprises his role as Pennywise, an evil entity who preys upon children of Derry, Maine, every three decades using a variety of powers, including shapeshifting. It: Welcome To Derry also stars Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, Taylour Paige, James Remar and Stephen Rider. Teasing what to expect from the creepy drama, Andy Muschietti and his sister and producing partner Barbara Muschietti previously told Entertainment Weekly: 'This is a book we love a lot, and we felt that there was still a lot of story to be covered. It's so rich with characters and events, we thought we would do justice to the book and the fans by going back into this world. 'Specifically, we are telling the stories of the interludes, writings by Mike Hanlon based on his investigation that includes interviews he conducts with the older people in the town. 'In Welcome to Derry, we touch on the usual themes that were talked about in the movie — friendship, loss, the power of unified belief — but this story focuses also on the use of fear as a weapon, which is one of the things that is also relevant to our times.' On X, It fans said they were preparing to 'be traumatised for the third time' after the trailer for Welcome To Derry dropped. Among them was @TerrySilverSimp, who commented: 'This actually looks creepier than the 2017 movie.' Echoing their sentiment, @XavierBenn27429 said: 'Horror genre is going off this yr & I love it.' @turquoisepogos shared: 'Can't wait to be traumatised for the third time.' @taylorsversion declared: 'Best day of the year already.' In agreement, @BiTourist8 responded: 'New horror TV show. I'm seated.' @RealAtlasKane also added: 'I haven't been this excited about a show in years.' It: Welcome To Derry is due to premiere this autumn on HBO and HBO Max in the US. No UK release has been given, but like other HBO shows, including The Last Of Us and Succession, it will likely air on Sky and Now. If you can't wait until the horror's release, Amazon Prime viewers have been rediscovering Channel Zero, which was recently added to the streamer. An anthology series, the storylines for all the episodes are based on popular creepypastas (horror content posted on the internet). Channel Zero's first season was based on cartoonist and performer Kris Straub's Candle Cove. Starring Parks and Recreation's Paul Schneider and Killing Eve's Fiona Shaw, it centres on a child psychologist who returns to his hometown to determine if his brother's disappearance is connected to a bizarre children's television series. The second season follows a young woman and her group of friends as they visit a house of horrors, only to find themselves questioning whether it is a tourist attraction or something more sinister. More Trending Channel Zero's third season focuses on a young woman and her schizophrenic sister who move to a city haunted by a series of disappearances and, after suspecting that they may be connected to a baffling rumour, they must work together to discover what is preying on the city's residents. On X, viewers have hailed Channel Zero as 'one of the best horror TV shows ever made.' Among them is @soomuu_, who wrote: 'This Series is amazing. Channel Zero No-End House #AmyForsyth#ChannelZero.' View More » It: Welcome To Derry is coming to HBO and HBO Max in the US later this year. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Netflix viewers 'horrified' after WWE star suffers sickening injury on live TV MORE: The Simpsons announces new voice actor for fan favourite character after 35 years MORE: Netflix just saved an iconic kids show and fans couldn't be happier
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Horror fans hooked on Prime Video series with an impressive 93% Rotten Tomatoes score - hailing it the next American Horror Story
Horror fans are hooked on a new Amazon Prime Video series with an impressive 93 per cent Rotten Tomatoes score - hailing it the next American Horror Story. Three of four seasons of anthology programme Channel Zero, first released between 2016 and 2019, have recently been uploaded to the streamer. Like beloved anthology show American Horror Story, which has run since 2011, each series has a self-contained chilling storyline. The first season, for instance, named Candle Cove, follows a child psychologist (Paul Schneider) and his mother (Fiona Shaw) investigating his brother's disappearance - mysteriously linked to a creepy children's TV show they used to watch. The programme has been popular with critics, with season one boasting a whopping 93 per cent score on Rotten Tomatoes - and the second and third instalments rated a perfect 100 per cent. And fans love it just as much too, taking to Rotten Tomatoes to leave their verdicts - with some even suggesting it rivals cult horror classic American Horror Story. One said of the first series: 'Somewhere between American Horror Story and Stranger Things, Channel Zero: Candle Cove provides a meandering plot through the subtle horrors shared by children around the world. 'Relying on few jump scares or over-the-top special effects, Candle Cove still delivers spine-tingling terror. For who prefer chills to thrills, a must-watch.' Another agreed: 'One of the most chillingly effective shows on television. 'A great cast (headed by the incredible Fiona Shaw) bring to life a ghost story/murder mystery set in a small town that, of course, harbours dark secrets; a la Stephen King at his very early best. 'With its ability to evoke the 1980s without a gigantic budget and its lowkey but effectively terrifying telling, the creators of the overblown Stranger Things or the horrid American Horror Story should take note. This is how to do it.' The show was cancelled after four seasons in early 2019 by American TV channel Syfy - which some viewers could not believe. One said, after watching the final season: 'A phenomenal final chapter in the series, if not my personal favourite chapter of the bunch. 'The only downside to it is the fact that it is the last chapter... ever. Fans love the show just as much as the critics, taking to Rotten Tomatoes to leave their verdicts - with some even suggesting it rivals cult horror classic American Horror Story The show was cancelled after four seasons in early 2019 by American TV channel Syfy - which some viewers could not believe 'It is inexplicable to me how lesser properties such as American Horror Story, Slasher or Walking Dead keep getting renewed while this truly frightening disturbing and well-written series was cancelled despite near unanimous critical acclaim. 'Well, at least it went out on a high note with its small but dedicated fan base. Here's hoping it will be revisited someday.' A critic for Collider went as far as to say 'Channel Zero did what American Horror Story couldn't' in its later series. They explained: 'This is the problem with modern American Horror Story. It's such an incredibly inventive world but no matter what it focusses on, it never seems to know what it wants to achieve. 'There's no doubt that [American Horror Story co-creator] Ryan Murphy is a master of bending genes but by blending so many themes, the overall show has lost sight of what it started out as. 'In comparison, Channel Zero never lost sight of being an amalgamation of themes but it did it all while remaining truly terrifying.' Another review, for GameSpot, said it is 'one of the best horror TV shows ever': 'Channel Zero was criminally underrated in its day but has the makings of a modern cult classic.' The show was created by Nick Antosca, also known for creating 2019 TV drama The Act, about the American woman Gypsy Rose Blanchard who murdered her mother, accused of making up that Gypsy was severely ill and disabled. It takes its inspiration from an internet phenomenon known as a creepypasta - a play on the word 'copypasta', referring to a brief story or image that has become online horror legend by being widely shared by users. Channel Zero's second series, called No-End House, has a young woman and her group of friends discover the truth about a house of horrors tourist attraction. The third instalment, Butcher's Block, meanwhile, follows a young woman and her schizophrenic sister who move to a new city, haunted by a series of disappearances - which the women begin to investigate. It comes after fans of rival streaming platform Netflix raved about an 'uncomfortable' supernatural horror movie that made their 'skin crawl'. Blockbuster Truth Or Dare was first released back in 2018 but was heavily edited to cut out some of the gore and tone it down to make it suitable for a PG 13 rating in America. It has since grown a huge fan base and is available to stream on Netflix for UK viewers, in an 'extended version'. 'Dark fears and sinister forces collide when friends play a twisted game of Truth Or Dare in this extended version of the Blumhouse thriller,' the synopsis reads. Starring Pretty Little Liars Lucy Hale, Teen Wolf actor Tyler Posey and Violett Beane, amongst others, the supernatural horror film is listed on Netflix UK as Blumhouse's Truth or Dare: Extended Director's Cut. Many fans have shared their verdicts on the original movie over the years and one posted on Google reviews: 'I really liked it. It made me crawl in my skin because it was so uncomfortable to see, and a good type of frightening for me.'
Metro
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Amazon Prime Video quietly adds one of the 'best horror shows ever'
Amazon Prime Video viewers are urging everyone to binge-watch a horror TV series that 'deserved more attention.' Three of the four seasons of Channel Zero are now available to stream on the streaming platform, free for subscribers. An anthology series, the storylines for all the episodes are based on popular creepypastas (horror content posted on the internet). Channel Zero's first season was based on cartoonist and performer Kris Straub's Candle Cove. Starring Parks and Recreation's Paul Schneider and Killing Eve's Fiona Shaw, it centres on a child psychologist who returns to his hometown to determine if his brother's disappearance is connected to a bizarre children's television series. The second season follows a young woman and her group of friends as they visit a house of horrors, only to find themselves questioning whether it is a tourist attraction or something more sinister. Channel Zero's third season focuses on a young woman and her schizophrenic sister who move to a city haunted by a series of disappearances and, after suspecting that they may be connected to a baffling rumour, they must work together to discover what is preying on the city's residents. On X, viewers have hailed Channel Zero as 'one of the best horror TV shows ever made.' Among them is @soomuu_, who wrote: 'This Series is amazing. Channel Zero No-End House #AmyForsyth#ChannelZero.' @HorrorAddictX said: 'It's time we acknowledged Channel Zero as one of the best horror TV shows ever made.' Echoing their sentiment, @ZacBeThompson shared: 'So pumped for #ChannelZero's return tonight. The best horror show on television. Previous seasons have had sharp writing, incredible atmosphere and chilling visuals. Butcher's Block looks no different.' @RHStavis commented: 'Like wtf is this?! Heartbreaking. #IYKYK #channelzero But also if you don't know, don't sleep on this incredible series..' @cevangelista also added: 'CHANNEL ZERO, a horror series that deserved more attention.' Channel Zero is not the only horror TV show to have gripped Amazon Prime Video users. They are also 'hopelessly hooked' on Australian series Wolf Creek, which has flown under the radar since its initial release in 2016. More Trending A spin-off of the movie of the same name, the show follows Eve (Lucy Fry), a 19-year-old American tourist in Australia, who is targeted by the crazed serial killer Mick Taylor (John Jarratt). However, she survives his attack and embarks on a mission of revenge. Both seasons of Wolf Creek, which initially aired on streamer Stan, are now available to binge-watch on Amazon Prime Video. On Google, viewers have hailed the horror as 'phenomenal' but warned it was 'not for the faint-hearted.' View More » Channel Zero is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Amazon Prime confirms iconic 90s gameshow revival with WWE legend as host MORE: Amazon Prime fans rush to binge 'incredible' thriller axed 10 years ago MORE: Clarkson's Farm fans admit true feelings about Amazon series 'going on break'
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
100% rated "truly unsettling" series has just been added to new streaming home in the UK
Channel Zero, the "truly unsettling" perfectly rated series, has found a new streaming home in the UK. The horror anthology series, which originally aired on Syfy, ran for four acclaimed seasons between 2016 and 2018, with storylines being based on various creepypastas and urban legends discovered on the internet. Seven years on from its cancellation, Channel Zero is now available to stream on Prime Video, with all four seasons – subtitled Candle Cove, No-End House, Butcher's Block and The Dream Door respectively – being added onto the streaming service over the weekend. In our review of the series, we noted that Channel Zero was "truly unsettling" and made for "creepy viewing", adding that the series constantly delivered images that "haunt you long after the season is over". Created by Nick Antosca, Channel Zero received acclaim throughout its run, with No-End House and Butcher's Block boasting perfect approval ratings on Rotten Tomatoes. Candle Cove and The Dream Door were similarly praised, scoring 86% and 88% respectively. Related: In Rotten Tomatoes' summation of Candle Cove, they called the series a "creepy, unsettling, and refreshingly unique" take on the genre, noting that the "easily relatable childhood fears" and "spine-tingling mystery" made for captivating viewing. In their review of No-End House, Screen Rant described the season as "stronger and scarier" than its predecessor, while Den of Geek remarked that it was a "perfect character study" which touched on "loss, guilt and denial". Butcher's Block, generally considered to be the best instalment of the series, was lauded by AV Club for its "hallucinatory imagery" and "dreamlike fables", while Collider shared that the series would "leave your skin damp with panic and crawling with disgust". Related: The Dream Door, whilst less acclaimed than its two predecessors, was still praised for its increasing sense of "claustrophobia" by Thrillist, while CinemaBlend noted its "uniquely complicated family drama". With each season consisting of six episodes, the various cast members across the show's history included Fiona Shaw, Jeff Ward, John Carroll Lynch, Rutger Hauer, Holland Roden and Barbara Crampton. Channel Zero seasons 1-4 are available to stream on Prime Video. Digital Spy's first print magazine is here! Buy British Comedy Legends in newsagents or online now, priced at £7.99. at at Audible£49.99 at at £99.00 at Amazon at EE at £328.00 at at at EE at at at at at at at Amazon at at at at at at Game at EE at at Pandora at at at at Sky Mobile at at Game at at at at at at Pandora at at at Three at at at AO at at at at at at at at at Fitbit at £49.99 at at at John Lewis£119.00 at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at John Lewis & Partners£44.99 at at Amazon at at John Lewis at at at at at at John Lewis & Partners at Three at at Amazon$29.85 at at Amazon at at at at Fitbit at at at at at at at Three at at at at Amazon£699.00 at at at Apple£189.99 at at at at at at at Audible at at John Lewis at at EE£379.99 at at at at at at John Lewis at at at at at Amazon at at at Apple at at at EE£79.00 at Samsung$365.00 at Microsoft at Three at at Apple at at John Lewis at at at £449.00 at John Lewis£79.98 at at AO at at Amazon at crunchyroll at at Samsung at at at at Microsoft at at Microsoft£79.98 at at at at John Lewis & Partners at at at John Lewis at at Amazon£269.99 at at now at at John Lewis & Partners at at at Microsoft at at at at at John Lewis at at at at at at £199.00 at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at You Might Also Like PS5 consoles for sale – PlayStation 5 stock and restocks: Where to buy PS5 today? IS MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 7 THE BEST IN THE SERIES? OUR REVIEW AEW game is a modern mix of No Mercy and SmackDown
Daily Mirror
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Amazon adds 'one of the best horror TV shows ever'
It's perfect viewing for fans of all things horror Amazon Prime has just added multiple seasons of what's been dubbed 'one of the best horror series ever' that is Stranger Things meets American Horror Story. The retail behemoth has now included the first three seasons of anthology show Channel Zero in its like the popular FX series, it's an anthology title that presents a different chilling tale each season. It ran for four seasons in total, meaning the majority of episodes are now available on Amazon for viewers to delve into. Each season offers a new eerie narrative that any horror aficionado will relish. Season one, subtitled Candle Cove, follows a child psychologist who returns to his hometown to investigate if his brother's disappearance is linked to a series of similar incidents or possibly connected to a strange children's television show that aired concurrently. The second season, named No-End House, features a young woman and her friends visiting a house of horrors, leading them to question whether it's a tourist attraction or something far more sinister. Meanwhile, the third instalment, Butcher's Block, tracks a young woman and her schizophrenic sister as they move to a city plagued by a series of disappearances, reports Surrey Live. After suspecting a link to a mysterious rumour, they must join forces to uncover the entity terrorising the city's inhabitants. The series' plotlines are all inspired by popular creepypastas, typically defined as horror-related legends or images circulated on the internet. The show continues to receive high praise from fans and is highly recommended for horror enthusiasts. Drawing comparisons to similar anthology shows, a critic from Collider even stated that " Channel Zero did what American Horror Story couldn't adding: " adding: "Channel Zero never lost sight of being an amalgamation of themes, but it did it all while remaining truly terrifying." This sentiment was echoed by Gamespot, which labelled the show as 'one of the best horror TV shows ever'. Another reviewer hailed it as 'TV's most underrated horror series'. It boasts an impressive overall score of 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, with the second and third seasons achieving perfect ratings. One fan who shared their thoughts on the series commented: "Somewhere between American Horror Story and Stranger Things. Channel Zero provides subtle horrors shared by children around the world. Relying on few jump scares or over-the-top special effects, Candle Cove still delivers spine-tingling terror. For those who prefer chills to thrills, a must watch." Echoing the sentiment, someone else posted: "If you loved Stranger Things, check out Channel Zero. It's well-written, expertly directed and creepy as hell. Have to say, I'm hooked. Good stuff." Meanwhile, another weighed in: "Suspenseful and nightmare inducing. This show has serious potential...I hope it continues down this path."
