DEVOUR in Cinemas Oct. 13 from Epic Pictures and Dread

Epic Pictures and Dread, the genre-specialty releasing label of Epic, announce the October 9th theatrical release of DEVOUR, a wild new supernatural horror film from director Scott B. Hansen (Bad Candy, The Possession Experiment) and written by Desiree Hansen (Bad Candy). Combining heavy metal, vampires, cannibals, witchcraft, and werewolf horror into one blood-soaked night of mayhem, the film stars KateLynn E. Newberry, Gus Langley, Alex Lucchesi, Chelsea LeSage, Gaven Wilde, and Heidi Shepherd, vocalist for the heavy metal band Butcher Babies.

In the vein of Deathgasm, DEVOUR follows an all-girl heavy metal band left stranded after a disastrous gig. When the musicians encounter a woman in danger, they find themselves trapped in a remote town controlled by a powerful warlock and populated by cannibals, vampires and a deadly werewolf. With nowhere to run and an increasingly bizarre collection of supernatural enemies closing in, the band is forced to tap into dark powers of its own to have any chance of surviving until morning.

Real Alligators. Real Teeth. Real Terror. GATOR FACE

Epic Pictures and Dread, the genre-specialty releasing label of Epic, today announced release plans for GATOR FACE, a new creature horror film from writer and director Padraig Reynolds (Rites Of Spring, Open 24 Hours, Dark Light). Shot on location in the Florida swamps and featuring live alligators and practical effects, GATOR FACE will open in select theaters on September 11th and is available on digital platforms beginning September 15th.

GATOR FACE follows a group of friends whose sun-soaked Florida vacation takes a dark turn when they become prey to a sinister cult that sacrifices its victims to an alligator god. Far from the carefree escape they had planned, the friends are drawn deeper into an isolated world governed by ritual and violence, forcing them into a desperate fight to survive both the cult and the deadly creature at the center of its beliefs.

THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT Friday on Shudder

Shudder, the leading curatorial voice and cultural destination for genre entertainment, along with Epic Pictures and Dread, are proud to announce the Shudder streaming release of THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT on March 27th. Based on the best-selling horror video game from creator Brian Clarke and named one of IndieWire's "buzziest new nightmares" in 2026, THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT is directed by Jeremiah Kipp (Slapface) and stars Willa Holland (Arrow) and Paul Sparks (Boardwalk Empire).

Video Game THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT Comes to Life

Epic Pictures and Dread, the genre specialty releasing label of Epic, today announced nationwide theatrical release plans for Shudder’s THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT, the highly anticipated feature film adaptation of the best-selling horror video game from creator Brian Clarke. Directed by Jeremiah Kipp (Slapface) and starring Willa Holland (Arrow) and Paul Sparks (Boardwalk Empire), THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT will be released in theaters nationwide on February 13th, 2026 with theatrical booking handled The film will then stream on Shudder, the leading curatorial voice and cultural destination for genre entertainment on March 27th, 2026.

The Jester 2 on VOD Today

Epic Pictures’ specialty horror label DREAD proudly presents THE JESTER 2. In this highly anticipated sequel, the masked killer known as The Jester returns in a deadly game where surviving means outwitting a killer who’s truly magic. Following the film’s exclusive theatrical run in partnership with Fathom Entertainment, THE JESTER 2 will be available to rent or purchase on video-on-demand (VOD) on October 17.

“In case you missed it in theaters, I’m thrilled to say THE JESTER 2 will be coming to VOD October 17th,” says director Colin Krawchuk. “Fans will have the chance to invite The Jester into their own home, just in time for Halloween. I hope the film can become a new Halloween staple for fans of the franchise and new audiences.” 

DREAD Debuts Trailer for HAUNT SEASON

Epic Pictures’ specialty horror label DREAD presents HAUNT SEASON, the chilling tale of a costumed killer infiltrating a Midwest haunted house, blurring the lines between performance and reality. HAUNT SEASON will have a limited theatrical run beginning October 4, and on October 8 the film will be available to rent or purchase on video-on-demand (VOD).

HAUNT SEASON was filmed on-location at a working Midwest haunted house during its Halloween season. The film utilizes practical effects and jaw-dropping SFX makeup to achieve its terrifying kills. The film features prominent YouTube stars Rob Scallon and Craig Benzine in supporting roles. The film features music by Composer Rasheed Thomas of the band Nonpoint, and the soundtrack features songs from YouTube stars Rob Scallon and Andrew Huang.