AMC just announced this season’s FearFest programming block, “Shocked by Shudder.” The special programming will feature Shudder originals, some classics from the library, The Last Drive-In, and more. FearFest extends into September, kicking off September 1 with Shudder’s 101 Scariest Movies of All Time. So keep an eye out for AMC’s special Shudder-infused lineup.
As for the Shudder app itself, we’ve got some bangers landing this month, folks! The Angry Black Girl And Her Monster arrives on the platform this month, along with Shudder original horror titles and Joe Bob and Darcy live from Las Vegas for The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs: Live From the Jamboree streaming on September 8. Here’s all the horror coming to Shudder this month.
Perpetrator (Shudder Original Film)
Premieres Friday, September 1 on Shudder and AMC+
Jonny Baptiste is a reckless teen sent to live with her estranged Aunt Hildie. On the event of her 18th birthday, she experiences a radical metamorphosis: a family spell that redefines her called Forevering. When several teen girls go missing at her new school, a mythically feral Jonny goes after the Perpetrator. Written and directed by Jennifer Reeder (Knives and Skin, Nightโs End) and starring Kiah McKirnan (Mare of Easttown), Christopher Lowell (My Best Friendโs Exorcism), Melanie Liburd (The Idol), Ireon Roach (Candyman [2021]), and Alicia Silverstone (Clueless, Killing of a Sacred Deer). Read more about Perpetrator with director Jennifer Reeder in FANGORIA Issue #20.
Blood Flower (Shudder Original Film)
Premieres Friday, September 8 on Shudder and AMC+
Malaysian horror Bloodย Flowerย (Harum Malam) tells the story of Iqbal, a 16-year-old apprentice faith healer and exorcist, tormented by visions of the dead and spirits from other dimensions. When a malicious spirit begins to wreak havoc around him, Iqbal is forced to harness his supernatural gifts to save his family and friends. Directed Dain Said (Interchange,ย Bunohan,ย Dukun) and starring Idan Aedan, Bront Palarae and Remy Ishak.
The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs: Live From the Jamboree (Shudder Original Special)
Premieres LIVE Friday, September 8 at 9p.m. on Shudder TV and AMC+ TV; Available On Demand on Shudder and AMC+ starting Friday, September 15
Join us for a night unlike any other as Joe Bob does things the drive-in way โ live and in person.
Elevator Game (Shudder Film Premiere)
Premieres Friday, September 15 on Shudder and AMC+
Follows socially awkward teenager Ryan, who discovers that the night his sister disappeared she had played โThe Elevator Gameโ โ a ritual conducted in an elevator, in which players attempt to travel to another dimension using a set of rules that can be found online. Ignoring warnings, he resolves to follow and find her. Directed by Rebekah McKendry (Glorious) and starring Gino Anania (Skymed), Alec Carlos (Orphan: First Kill), Megan Best (Sรฉance), Nazariy Demkowicz (Dark Harvest), Verity Marks (Toys of Terror), Madison MacIsaac and Samantha Halas.
The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs: The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (AMC Original Special)
Premieres LIVE Friday, September 15 at 9pm on AMC, AMC+ TV and Shudder; Available On Demand on Shudder and AMC+ starting Friday, September 22
Joe Bob takes us overseas for a very special episode with The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Executive Producer Greg Nicotero.
The Angry Black Girl And Her Monster
Premieres Friday, September 22 on Shudder, AMC+ and ALLBLK
Vicaria (Layla DeLeon Hayes, The Equalizer) is a brilliant teenager who believes death is a disease that can be cured. ย After the brutal and sudden murder of her brother, she embarks on a dangerous journey to bring him back to life. Inspired by Mary Shelleyโs Frankenstein, theย dramatic thrillerย thematically challenges ideas of life and death following a family that, despite the terrors of systemic pressure, will survive andย be reborn together again. Also starring Denzel Whitaker (Black Panther) and Chad L. Coleman (The Walking Dead, The Orville). Check out our interview with Bomani Story, Laya Hayes, Chad Coleman, and Denzel Whitaker on their new take on a horror classic.
Nightmare (Shudder Original Film)
Premieres Friday, September 29 on Shudder and AMC+
Mona and Robby are a young couple in love. Robby has just landed his dream job, and theyโve scored an amazing deal on a spacious, if run-down, flat. Never mind that it requires quite a bit of renovation. Never mind the neighborsโ constant fighting, and screaming baby… Never mind that Mona is suddenly plagued by night terrors which grow more intense every time she falls asleepโฆ Robby is eager to start a family, despite Monaโs hesitation. Eventually, Monaโs issues spiral dangerously out of control as she becomes convinced that she is being attacked by a mythical demon โ the Mare โ intent on possessing her unborn child.
More Horror Coming To Shudder In September
And check out the rest of the great horror titles streaming on Shudder this month. If you missed The Autopsy of Jane Doe, bump that to the top of your list. Trust us on this.
The Autopsy of Jane Doe
Come True
The Crescent
The Djinn
The Hallow
Kill List
Relic
The Vigil