Screamfest 2026 | LA Horror Film Festival & Screenplay Competition

October 6th - 15th, 2026

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LATEST NEWS

Check out the latest news via Screamfest blogs.

Events Feb 12, 2026

My Bloody Valentine (1981) Screening at the LOOK Dine-In Cinemas

Catch the 1981 slasher My Bloody Valentine at LOOK Dine-In Glendale! Join Screamfest on Feb 12th for a 45th anniversary special screening & live horror trivia.

Festival Oct 17, 2025

Screamfest 2025 Award Winners

The 25th Annual Screamfet Horror Film Festival announces award winners. Awards were presented tonight, with the Mexican feature film Don’t Leave the Kids Alone directed by Emilio Portes emerging as a major winner.

Festival Oct 09, 2025

2025 Screamfest Screenplay Finalists Announced!

A huge congratulations to all the Screamfest 2025 screenplay competition finalists! The suspense is building—we'll be revealing the Top Five Finalists very soon and the winning screenplay will be announced on October 16th!

Events Sep 25, 2025

2025 Opening Night Film & Party Combo

Prepare for a night of horror and celebration! The 25th Annual Screamfest kicks off with the highly anticipated film, AFFECTION, screening on Opening Night at 7:30pm.

Film still from the Opening Night Film Affection: woman with bloody face looks back

Article Sep 19, 2025

FIRST WAVE 2025 LINEUP

Screamfest® Horror Film Festival, the largest and longest-running horror festival in the United States, today unveiled the first wave of competitive features and shorts for its 25th edition. Running October 7–16, 2025 at the TCL Chinese Theatre, the festival invites horror fans to experience twisted tales and terrifying films on the big screen. Tickets will be available soon at screamfestla.com.

Ginger and Brigitte Ginger Snaps look on

Events Aug 27, 2025

Ginger Snaps 25th Anniversary Screening

Join Screamfest at the LOOK Dine-In Cinemas Glendale for a thrilling night as we present the 25th anniversary screening of Canadian gem cult classic, Ginger Snaps!

Darkman with face covering and hat looks on

Events Jul 16, 2025

Darkman (1990) Special Screening - 35th Anniversary

Join Screamfest at the LOOK Dine-In Cinemas Glendale for a thrilling night as we present the 35th anniversary screening of director Sam Raimi's cult classic, Darkman!

Events Jun 11, 2025

Tremors (1990) Rumbles into Glendale!

On Wednesday, June 11th at 7:30 PM, prepare for an evening of suspense, action, and unexpected laughs! Screamfest proudly presents a special screening of the iconic TREMORS (1990) at LOOK Dine-In Cinemas Glendale.

Couple hug in the Little House of Horrors Musical

Article May 16, 2025

🎤🖤 Dark Musicals & Intimate Thrills Await! Don't Miss Little Shop of Horrors at Nocturne Theatre!

If you are someone that likes musicals; DO NOT MISS Little Shop of Horrors! The last days to watch this performance LIVE will be May 17 & 18!

Carrie (1976) Carrie covered in blood on the stage

Events May 14, 2025

CARRIE (1976) Special Screening 👸🏼💐🩸

Dare to Take Her to Prom? Join Us for a Special Screening of "Carrie"! We join our friends at the LOOK Dine-In Cinemas as Screamfest present Brian De Palma's 1976 horror classic, "Carrie"! Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 7:30PM

FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES Win Tickets

Article May 12, 2025

💀 FREE LA Premiere Tickets to FINAL DESTINATION: BLOODLINES! Will You Cheat Death?

Sorry, the Contest is Closed

Events Apr 09, 2025

The Return of the Living Dead

A Cult Classic Returns for a 40th Anniversary Party! They're Back from the grave and ready to party! Mark your calendars for a special screening of the groundbreaking horror-comedy The Return of the Living Dead (1985) at LOOK Cinema in Glendale on Thursday, April 24th at 7:30 PM.

Jason in Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning

Events Mar 03, 2025

Friday the 13th A New Beginning w SLASHR

Wednesday March 12, 2025 at 7:30PM Celebrate the 40th anniversary screening of "Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning" with us! Before Tommy Jarvis faces his demons, get ready for "SLASHR," a pulse-pounding short film from Amir Moini. A killer using dating apps? Talk about modern terror! Join us for a night of pure slasher mayhem. Are the new murders connected to Jason's legacy? Find out... if you dare.

Events Feb 06, 2025

💀 Final Destination: A Live Q&A Screening 💀

Experience the fear: 'Final Destination' – A Special Screening Event with live producer Q&A! Join us for a special screening of this iconic horror film at the luxurious Look Dine-In Cinemas in Glendale on Wednesday - February 19th at 7:40 PM

man laying on his back looks out from cage

Events Jan 27, 2025

The Last Serb in Croatia Fears & Beers Screening

Screamfest Fears & Beers, in collaboration with SEEfest (South East European Film Festival), proudly presents "The Last Serb in Croatia," a hilarious Balkan zombie comedy! Ticketholders 21+ receive a complimentary beer!

Events Jan 07, 2025

Fright Night (1985) Q&A with Director Tom Holland

Join us for a special screening of Tom Holland's iconic vampire film, "Fright Night," where a young man confronts the chilling suspicion that his new neighbor is a bloodsucker. Desperate for help, he turns to a washed-up horror movie actor for guidance in this darkly comedic and suspenseful tale.

Festival Oct 23, 2024

Screamfest 2024 Award Winners

LOS ANGELES, CA (October 18, 2024) - Screamfest® Horror Film Festival, the largest and longest-running horror film festival in the United States, is excited to announce their 2024 award winners.

Festival Sep 09, 2024

2024 Screamfest Screenplay Finalists Announced!

A huge congratulations to all the finalists in the Screamfest 2024 screenplay competition! The winning screenplay will be announced on October 17th.

Events Jul 24, 2024

The Blair Witch Project 25th Anniversary Screening

The Blair Witch Project 25th Anniversary Screening - Tuesday, July 30 · 7:30 - 9pm Join us for a special screening of the found footage film that started it all: The Blair Witch Project. Q&A with Ben Rock moderated by Brian Collins follows the screening.

Sweeney Todd with a switch blade and Mrs. Lovett

Events May 21, 2024

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - Fears & Beers! June 12, 2024 at 7:30PM

Thrill to a chilling tale of revenge with a taste of hops at our Fears & Beers screening of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street! June 12, 2024 at 7:30PM

Events May 20, 2024

CARRIE (1976) Special Screening May 31, 2024 at 7:45PM

Dare to Take Her to Prom? Join Us for a Special Screening of "Carrie"! We join our friends at the Frida Cinema as Screamfest present Brian De Palma's 1976 horror classic, "Carrie"! Friday, May 31, 2024 at 7:45PM

Festival Oct 23, 2023

Screamfest Announces the 2023 Winners

We're excited to present the winners of the 2023 Competition at the 23rd annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival.

Article Oct 06, 2023

2023 Screamfest Screenplay Finalists Announced!

Congratulations to all the finalists in the Screamfest 2023 screenplay competition! The winning screenplay will be announced on October. 19th, 2023.

The Los Angeles-based horror festival will open with Eddie Alcazar’s Mind-Bending Phenomenon DIVINITY from Utopia and Sumerian

Article Sep 26, 2023

23rd Annual Screamfest® Horror Film Festival Announces 2023 Lineup

The Los Angeles-based horror festival will open with Eddie Alcazar’s Mind-Bending Phenomenon DIVINITY from Utopia and Sumerian.

Events Aug 09, 2023

Fears & Beers Screening of Freddy Vs Jason - Under the Stars

Get ready to experience a night of nostalgia and screams as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the classic horror slasher film "Freddy vs. Jason"! Please join us for an electrifying outdoor screening under the open sky that promises to send shivers down your spine. So come join us at the McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga on Saturday, September 9th at 7PM, if you dare, and let's embark on a journey filled with suspense, excitement, and pure terror under the stars.

Events Jul 27, 2023

Halloween H20 - 25th Anniversary Screening

🎃 Experience the Classic Horror On the BIG Screen: "Halloween H20: 20 Years Later" is an iconic horror movie that deserves to be seen in all its terrifying glory on the theater's massive screen. Feel the suspense and fear intensify as you watch Michael Myers and Laurie Strode face off in high-definition cinematic splendor.

Article Jul 11, 2023

Happy Birthday, Tom Holland!

A few days ago a small private celebration was put together by family-like friends Amber Mullinex and Jack Ulrich for Tom Holland (FRIGHT NIGHT) hosted by our very good friends Sarah Nicklin and Sean Decker.

Events Jun 21, 2023

Jaws 3D 1983 - 40th Anniversary Screening

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience as we present a special screening of the iconic film, Jaws 3D. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 18th at 7:30PM, and join us at the prestigious TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in the heart of Hollywood.

Events May 30, 2023

Jaws (1975) Special Screening 6/15 @7:30PM

Prepare to embark on an unforgettable cinematic journey by attending a special screening of Jaws on the big screen. Join us to experience Steven Spielberg's groundbreaking masterpiece in all its glory, the way it was meant to be seen. Feel the suspenseful thrills, witness the iconic shark attacks, and immerse yourself in the timeless story that captivated audiences worldwide.

Friday the 13th Part 4: The Last Chapter poster

Events May 03, 2023

Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter | Fears & Beers Screening Under the Stars

Get ready to be immersed in the eerie ambiance of the great outdoors, as we take the Screamfest Fears & Beers horror movie experience to a whole new level. So come join us at the McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga on Saturday, June 24th at 7PM, if you dare, and let's embark on a journey filled with suspense, excitement, and pure terror under the stars.

Events Feb 03, 2023

Halloween III: Season of the Witch Fears & Beers

Join Screamfest for a Fears & Beers screening of cult classic, Halloween III: Season of the Witch on Saturday, March 18th - 7:30PM at the Frida Cinema located in Santa Ana, CA.

Events Jan 10, 2023

My Bloody Valentine 3D Fears & Beers

My Bloody Valentine 3D has everything a slasher flick needs to get your heart pumping this Valentine’s Day. Snuggle up to your date, friends or come solo, grab your complimentary beer for ticket holders 21+ and enjoy the spectacularly gory murders all in glorious 3D. A Q&A with director Patrick Lussier and special make-up effects artist Gary J. Tunnicliffe.

Events Dec 22, 2022

Friday the 13th Part III in 3D - Screamfest Fears & Beers

Want to have a blast this January, Friday the 13th? Then join us at our Screamfest Fears & Beers screening of Friday the 13th Part III in 3D at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres. This film is a total blast to watch with a crowd!!

Events Dec 06, 2022

The Thing 40th anniversary screening (4K Remaster) - FREE Popcorn & Soda

Come celebrate the 40th anniversary of John Carpenter's The Thing starring Kurt Russell

Festival Oct 25, 2022

2022 Screamfest Festival Awards

Unveiling the Exceptional Talent - Screamfest Horror Film Festival Reveals its 2022 Winners!

Article Oct 01, 2022

2022 SCREENPLAY COMPETITION FINALISTS

Screamfest is pleased to announce the 2022 screenplay competition semi-finalists, top five finalists and the winning screenplay.

Festival Sep 16, 2022

'Matriarch' added to Screamfest lineup

20TH Digital Studio's horror film "MATRIARCH" will have its world premiere at the Screamfest 2022. "Game of Thrones" Star Kate Dickie leads the film.

Festival Sep 15, 2022

Screamfest 2022 Lineup

The Los Angeles-based horror festival will close with Prime Video and Blumhouse’s Run Sweetheart Run

Article Apr 14, 2022

Giovannie Espiritu Interview

Giovannie Espiritu is named "one of the Most Influential Filipina Women in the World" by The Filipina Women's Network.

Article Mar 28, 2022

You Won't Be Alone Advanced Screening in LA- Thurs. March 31st

You and a guest are invited to an in-person screening of YOU WON'T BE ALONE, which premiered to critical acclaim at this year's Sundance Film Festival

Article Dec 08, 2021

KRAMPUS Gets Naughtier

Ask the average genre fan what their favorite Christmas horror film is, and you'll probably hear

Article Nov 17, 2021

Are Audio Commentaries Going Extinct?

"At least there's a commentary..."

Article Nov 02, 2021

DEADLY FRIEND's Source Novel Was A Basketball-Less Bummer

While I obviously didn't know who he was at the time, the first Wes Craven movie I ever saw was DEADLY FRIEND, thanks to frequent cable showings when I was about seven years old.

Festival Oct 25, 2021

2021 FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED

Festival Oct 08, 2021

2021 SCREENPLAY COMPETITION FINALISTS

Screamfest Horror Film Festival is pleased to announce the 2021 screenplay competition finalists, semi-finalists and quarter-finalists and winning screenplay.

double feature army of darkness & evil dead 2 with Bruce Campbell

Events Oct 04, 2021

Evil Dead II & Army of Darkness Double Feature with Bruce Campbell

It's going to be groovy! Double feature screening of Evil Dead II and Army of Darkness. An in person Q&A with Bruce Campbell follows the Evil Dead II screening. Evil Dead II (1987)

Article Aug 05, 2021

THE DEAD ZONE Was An Anomaly, But A Good One

One of the many things I learned thanks to the two historian commentary tracks on Scream Factory's blu-ray of THE DEAD ZONE is that the 1979 novel was Stephen King's first one to hit the New York Times Bestseller list.

Article Jul 16, 2021

Tura Satana - Happy Birthday to the B-Movie Icon

Despite it’s less than favorable reputation, the horror and exploitation genres have long since been an unexpected vehicle for female empowerment.

Article Jul 02, 2021

Thoughts On The Original (!) Version Of CURSED

Among "can't miss" prospects, few in horror history ever seemed as promising as when it was announced that Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson would reteam for a werewolf film

Article Apr 21, 2021

MEMORIES OF MURDER And Ambiguous Endings

NOTE: This article contains spoilers for all films mentioned within, including Memories of Murder and the recent The Little Things. Read at your own risk!

Article Apr 09, 2021

SOUTHLAND TALES Makes A Lot More Sense, Now

Like most people who have seen it, I didn?t know what to make of Southland Tales the first time I wa

Article Mar 25, 2021

EVENT HORIZON Doesn't Need The Extra Footage

For the past week (give or take three years), people online have been discussing the fabled ?Snyder

Article Mar 18, 2021

Psycho Goreman: A Saturday Morning Cartoon Gorefest

Over the past decade, there has been a welcome shift in the use of CGI when it comes to low budget/independent genre films.

Article Feb 10, 2021

A Tribute to Christopher Plummer

Ever since Ridley Scott made the unprecedented decision to replace Kevin Spacey with Christopher Plummer in All The Money in the World

Article Jan 08, 2021

The Future is Fungus

Any time a major historical event takes place, it is not unusual to see a wave of predictions from the horror media and fanbase regarding the next trend in content.

Article Dec 30, 2020

Come On Ride The TERROR TRAIN

Jamie Lee Curtis made three slasher films immediately after HALLOWEEN'S success in 1978 and 1979.

Events Dec 11, 2020

Ho Ho Horror Drive-In Silent Night Deadly Night & New Year's Evil

Silent Night Deadly Night & New Year's Evil! THURSDAY DEC 10TH, 2020 AT 7PM REGENCY THE PLANT DRIVE-IN - VAN NUYS

Article Nov 25, 2020

Revisiting The RESIDENT EVIL Franchise

No one expects much out of a movie based on a video game, and even fewer would expect any such film

Article Nov 17, 2020

The Horror of the Amityville Series

Horror fans like to laugh at the wacky turns taken in the Halloween and Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchises,

Festival Oct 16, 2020

2020 FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED

2020 Screamfest Horror Film Festival Awards Announced.

Festival Oct 02, 2020

2020 SCREENPLAY COMPETITION FINALISTS

SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE 2020 SCREENPLAY COMPETITION FINALIST A

Events Nov 17, 2019

Gremlins Holiday Screening

FEARS & BEERS 35th Anniversary screening of GREMLINS Thursday, December 5th, 2019 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028.

Festival Oct 28, 2019

2019 FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED

Events Oct 09, 2019

2019 Opening Night Party

Join us for a full-blown Hollywood event as we kick off the 2019 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL with the OPENING NIGHT PARTY.

Festival Oct 02, 2019

2019 Screenplay Competition Finalists Announced!

Festival Sep 25, 2019

2019 Second Wave Announced!

SCREAMFEST Announces its 2019 second wave screenings and closing night film.

Festival Sep 09, 2019

2019 First Wave Announcement

Screamfest Horror Film Festival Oct. 8-17, 2019 TCL Chinese 6 Theaters in Hollywood September 9, 201

Events Aug 21, 2019

Friday The 13th: The Final Chapter

Please join us for the FEARS & BEERS 35th Anniversary screening of Friday The 13th: The Final Chapter in 35mm Saturday, July 27th, 2019 at 7:30PM at the Ahrya Fine Arts by Laemmle 8556 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Events Jul 22, 2019

A Nightmare on Elm Street

SOLD OUT! FEARS & BEERS 35th Anniversary screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street Tuesday, August 20th, 2019.

Events May 13, 2019

Deep Blue Sea 20th Anniversary Fears & Beers Screening

The FEARS & BEERS 20th Anniversary screening of Deep Blue Sea Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028

Events May 02, 2019

A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child

Please join us for the FEARS & BEERS 30th Anniversary screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child Tuesday, April 16th, 2019 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028

Events Apr 22, 2019

The Crow

SOLD OUT! The FEARS & BEERS 25th Anniversary screening of The Crow Wednesday, June 5th, 2019 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028

Events Mar 26, 2019

A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 4

This Screeing is SOLD OUT!! Check out the PHOTOS from A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master screening! Are You Ready For Freddy? Join us for the Fears & Beers 30th Anniversary Screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master.

Events Jan 08, 2019

Dead Ant

Are You Ready To Rock?!! Join us WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2019 - 7:30PM for the red carpet theatrical premiere of the rock & roll creature feature DEAD ANT! Share this amazing event with friends - other horror fans and check out this heavy metal monster flick!

Events Jan 07, 2019

Friday the 13th Part II

Join us for the Friday the 13th: Part II screening on Jan 29, 2019 at 7:30PM. Purchase bottles of Crystal Lake wine online here for pick up at the event and have it signed by Adrienne King in person! Please order your wine by January 22nd to ensure shipping arrival time.

Article Oct 19, 2018

2018 FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED

2018 Screamfest Horror Film Festival Awards Announced.

Events Oct 12, 2018

2018 CLOSING NIGHT AWARDS & RECEPTION

Join us Friday - Oct 19, 2018 for the CLOSING NIGHT AWARDS & RECEPTION as we celebrate the filmmakers of the 2018 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL.

Festival Oct 08, 2018

2018 SCREENPLAY COMPETITION FINALISTS

Screamfest is pleased to announce the 2018 screenplay competition semi-finalists, top five finalists and the winning screenplay.

Festival Oct 04, 2018

Screamfest Announces Second Wave of 2018 Line Up

Screamfest second wave was announced today. A great selection of additional films and Gale Anne Hurd

Article Sep 26, 2018

2018 Screamfest First Wave Announcements

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – September 14, 2018 – America’s largest and longest running horror film festival, Screamfest Horror Film Festival, is proud to announce the first wave of its official 2018 film line up.

Events Aug 06, 2018

Blade

Please join us for the 20th Anniversary FEARS & BEERS screening of Blade Thursday, August 23rd, 2018 at 7:30PM. TCL Chinese 6 Theaters at 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028.

Events Jun 15, 2018

Freddy vs. Jason 15th Anniversary Screening

Check out the PHOTOS from the 15th Anniversary Jason vs Freddy Screening! This event is SOLD OUT!! Please join us for the 15th Anniversary FEARS & BEERS screening of FREDDY VS JASON

Events May 01, 2018

Dance of the Dead 10th Anniversary Screening & Prom Party

Just in time for prom season and back on the big screen for one night only in Los Angeles! Come celebrate the 10 year anniversary of DANCE OF THE DEAD on Saturday, May 19th 7:30PM with the cast & filmmakers. A Night to Remember prom party follows the screening! Dress in your zombie best! A winning prom queen and king will be crowned

Events Apr 16, 2018

Halloween 4 - 30th Anniversary Screening

Please join us for the 30th Anniversary FEARS & BEERS screening of Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers Wednesday, May 9th, 2018 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters at 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028

Article Mar 29, 2018

Four Terrifying Short Films to Pair with Horror Favorites

Do you like Pixar? You're a human with feelings, so I assume you do.

A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 Packed Audience

Article Feb 27, 2018

Unmasking Franchise Favorites - Screamfest Fears and Beers

There are countless, highly diverse horror films from across the globe that Screamfest has showcased at its festival events.

Selma Blair and Nicolas Cage in Mom and Dad

Article Jan 31, 2018

Kicking Off 2018 with Mom & Dad

If 2017 has taught us anything; it is that horror films could finally be on track to becoming more universally respected.

Events Jan 18, 2018

Candyman

Please join us for the FEARS & BEERS screening of CANDYMAN Wednesday, November 28th, 2018 at 7:30PM. TCL Chinese 6 Theaters at 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028.

Events Jan 04, 2018

Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood

Join us January 12th, 2018 at 7:30PM for the 30th anniversary of cult classic Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood (1988) Fears & Beers screening at the TCL Chinese 6 Theater in Hollywood. Check out PHOTOS from the fun time we had at the 30th Anniversary screening!

Festival Nov 16, 2017

The Screamfest 2017 Festival Roundup

Another October has come and gone, which means another year in the books for the Screamfest Horror Film Festival.

Festival Oct 20, 2017

2017 SCREENPLAY COMPETITION FINALISTS & WINNER

Festival Oct 20, 2017

2017 FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED

2017 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID” & “THE LAPACE’S DEMON” Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 03, 2017

Screamfest Announces Official Lineup

The countdown has officially begun for Screamfest 2017 and we have dropped the official lineup.

Events Sep 26, 2017

2017 OPENING NIGHT PARTY

Join us for a full-blown Hollywood event as we kick off the 2017 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL with the OPENING NIGHT PARTY.

Article Sep 14, 2017

Five Films to Get You Ready for Leatherface

In combination with the recent Screamfest announcement that we would be hosting the North American premiere of the much-anticipated Leatherface, and the recent and devastating loss of the great Tobe Hooper, this is the perfect time to honor the franchise that stemmed from his original masterpiece, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.

Festival Aug 29, 2017

FIRST WAVE OF 2017 LINE UP ANNOUNCED

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – August 29, 2017 – America’s largest and longest running horror film festival, Screamfest Horror Film Festival, is proud to announce the first wave of its official 2017 film line up.

Article Aug 22, 2017

Top Five Ultimate Shark Films

Every summer, I, and anyone else with good taste in television, hunker down for a week full of Discovery Channel’s best shark-filled programming.

Article Jul 21, 2017

RIP George Romero: A Look Back at Martin

This past Sunday, we experienced yet another crippling tragedy in the horror community. The death of

Article Jul 07, 2017

James Whale: Defender of Monsters

In the history of cinema, there are very few icons that rival Frankenstein’s monster and his bride. They are instantly and internationally identifiable.

Article Jun 23, 2017

Top Four Shoestring Budget Horror Films

Making a film can be a daunting venture for most people. There will always be a reason (or many) to not do it.

Article Jun 08, 2017

Top Five Christian Theology Horror Films of the 90's

The 1990’s are often thought of as having relatively little to contribute in the way of quality genre films. While I can see the truth in this, I think there were some very special and unique films to emerge from the decade, especially within the confines of the unique subgenres that emerged.

Article May 18, 2017

The Real Unsolved Murders of Lake Bodom

During Screamfest 2016, a young actress by the name of Mimosa Willamo won our award for Best Actress for her performance in the Finnish film Lake Bodom, or simply Bodom, the third feature for talented director Taneli Mustonen.

Brian Yuzna and friends at the screening

Events May 12, 2017

Fears & Beers Recap: An Evening With Brian Yuzna

This past Saturday, May 6, Screamfest hosted our most recent Fears & Beers screening, a series of events and screenings sponsored by Shock Top where guests can enjoy a movie and a beer included in their ticket, often with special guest Q&As.

Article May 04, 2017

Top Five Gateway Horror Films

For almost any kid subjected to the public school system in the United States, you are probably fami

Article Apr 27, 2017

Brian Yuzna: The Visceral Visionary

For anyone in or around the Los Angeles area next month, you can join Screamfest for our Fears & Beers double feature event on May 6, for a screening of the Brian Yuzna classics Bride of Re-animator and Society.

Article Apr 20, 2017

The Spawn of a New Season: Babies of Horror

For the majority of the United States, spring has officially sprung. The weather is getting warmer, flowers are blooming, and the promise of new life is all around us.

Article Apr 13, 2017

The Return of the Creature Feature

With the breakout success of Stranger Things and the plethora of 1980's inspired genre fare popping

Article Mar 30, 2017

The Grand Guignol: Theatre of Horror

Long before the days of film festivals and conventions, even before the days of celluloid, the primary medium of entertainment was theater.

Article Mar 23, 2017

The Power of Sound in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

The first time I ever heard about The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, my mother was talking about how it wa

Article Mar 16, 2017

Quintessential Cronenberg: Happy Birthday to the Master of Body Horror

Often considered to be the master of “body horror”, David Cronenberg has spent the last four decades constructing a signature style that is often copied but rarely matched.

Article Mar 09, 2017

5 Films Set in a Movie Theater Pt. 2

All right folks, as promised, I wanted to follow up last week’s list with five more picks of films that take place in movie theaters.

Article Mar 03, 2017

Five Horror Films set in Movie Theaters Part 1

As the largest and longest running horror film festival in the United States, we here at Screamfest

Article Feb 23, 2017

Jackie Kong: The Queen of Camp

Seeing as how we are counting down the last few days of February, I’m going to take this opportunity to celebrate one more woma

Article Feb 16, 2017

Top Five Short Films Directed By Women

What’s better than a scary movie? A much shorter scary movie! Well okay, maybe not, but it will impinge on your highly coveted spare time much less. So, in honor of the weekly releases of short films on the Screamfest Youtube page, and of course Women in Horror month, here are five spine-tingling short films directed by women:

Article Feb 10, 2017

Ode to Debra Hill

Growing up with the admittedly ambitious dream of becoming a horror filmmaker, I accepted pretty early on that female role models were few and far between.

Article Feb 02, 2017

Happy Women In Horror Month!

It's that time again! It is time for the Twisted Twins' annual Blood Drive PSA. For those who are un

Article Jan 26, 2017

Thank You January for bringing us these Horror Icons!

Although January may not be a month most people associate with horror, it can be credited with usher

Article Jan 15, 2017

Horror Shorts on You Tube!

To kick off the new year, we are bringing you some of our amazing horror short films that premiered at Screamfest over the years. Click on the image above to see the 2014 Best Short: LUNA.

Festival Dec 20, 2016

Bedeviled Premiere October 22, 2016 (Photos)

Fear was viral at the LA Premiere of Bedeviled on October 22, 2016 at the 16th annual Horror Festiva

Festival Dec 08, 2016

Fox Exorcist Episode Screening

The EXCLUSIVE Free Screening of Fox's THE EXORCIST, Inspired by the classic movie with DVD giveaways

Festival Dec 07, 2016

Found Footage 3D Premiere

Found Footage 3D made its Los Angeles premiere at Screamfest on October 26, 2016 in 3D!

Festival Dec 02, 2016

2016 Shorts Programs

Screamfest had an amazing six blocks of short films and one block of student short films premiering at the 2016 festival

Festival Dec 01, 2016

Happy Hunting Premiere

The visually stunning film, HAPPY HUNTING celebrated its World Premiere at the 16th annual Screamfes

Festival Nov 21, 2016

Wolf Creek POP TV Screening Event

Murdering psychopath Mick Taylor (John Jarratt), one of the most terrifying killers ever depicted on

Festival Nov 21, 2016

My Father Die Premiere

The revenge thriller, MY FATHER DIE celebrated its Los Angeles premiere at the 16th annual Screamfes

Events Nov 18, 2016

SCREAM Fears & Beers

Boozing it up at bars is fun and all, but even that can get boring after awhile. The antidote is the Fears & Beers screening of SCREAM on Thursday December 8th at 7:30PM at the TCL Chinese Theatres 6 in Hollywood & Highland.

The Master Cleanse Q&A with Johnny Galecki - filmmaker Bobby Miller,

Festival Nov 16, 2016

The Master Cleanse Premiere - Photos

The imaginative fantasy horror movie, ‘The Master Cleanse,’ celebrated its Los Angeles premiere at the 16th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival.

Festival Nov 07, 2016

2016 OPENING NIGHT - TRASH FIRE PREMIERE

Screamfest Horror Film Festival celebrated the Los Angeles Premiere of TRASH FIRE on Tuesday, Octobe

Festival Oct 30, 2016

Screamfest 2016: Winners Announced!

America's largest and longest running horror movie festival, Screamfest, awarded the top movies, fil

Festival Oct 20, 2016

2016 Screenplay Finalists

Congratulations to our 2016 Screenplay Winner and Finalist! WINNER Plum Island by Matthew Lee Bla

Festival Oct 11, 2016

FREE EVENT! WOLF CREEK EPISODE SCREENING

Got your ticket? Join us for a cocktail reception at Sid's Bar! Meet Murdering Psychopath Mick Taylor at a Special Screening of Pop’s Wolf Creek, inspired by the cult movie.

Events Oct 04, 2016

THE EXORCIST Episode Screening

Join us for the EXCLUSIVE Screening of Fox's THE EXORCIST, Inspired by the classic movie with DVD giveaways courtesy of Scream Factory.

Events Sep 27, 2016

WOLF CREEK

Got your ticket? Join us for a cocktail reception at Sid's Bar and good times with the Dead Right Horror Trivia Night gang! Meet Murdering Psychopath Mick Taylor at a Special Screening of Pop’s Wolf Creek, Inspired By The Cult Movie - Q&A moderated by the Festival Ambassador Lydia Hearst.

Festival Sep 07, 2016

SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FIRST WAVE OF 2016 LINE UP

HOLLYWOOD – Sept. 7, 2016 – America’s largest and longest running horror film festival, Screamfest Horror Film Festival, announces the first wave of its official 2016 film line up.

Festival May 25, 2016

'Central Intelligence' Gets Fest Bow Ahead Of Release; Screamfest 2016 Dates Set

Central Intelligence will open the 20th annual American Black Film Festival on June 15 in Miami.

Events Dec 13, 2015

Gremlins Fears & Beers

Bring the family and join the mayhem with a Screamfest Fears & Beers screening of the holiday classic Gremlins on Saturday, December 12th, 2015 at 7:30pm.

Article Oct 24, 2015

Festival Events - Art Show & Random Fun

Screamfest Horror Film Festival runs for ten days in October and although films are the main attract

Festival Oct 23, 2015

SCREAMFEST 2015 Closing Night Awards

HOLLYWOOD – Oct. 23, 2015 – We are pleased to announce the 2015 Festival winners at last night's Awards reception that took place at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres. The award winners were presented the coveted Screamfest Skull Award last night for winning in the following categories.

Festival Oct 23, 2015

Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension

Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension premiered as the closing night film of the festival to over 700 attendees, playing in RealD 3D at the TCL Chinese Theatre Thursday, Oct. 22, the day before its wide release.

Festival Oct 23, 2015

2015 Screenplay Winner - Top 5 - Finalists

Congratulations to the 2015 Screenplay Award Winner & Finalists.

Festival Oct 19, 2015

CONDEMNED Premiere

The feature film Condemned premiered on Sunday October 18th, 2015 at Screamfest.

Festival Oct 17, 2015

Feast 10 Year Anniversary Screening

Feast had its 10 year anniversary at Screamfest on Friday October 16th, 2015.

Festival Oct 15, 2015

2015 OPENING NIGHT PARTY!

After the sold out screening of Tales of Halloween, guest walked across Hollywood Blvd to Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium for an evening of epic oddness & good times!

Festival Oct 15, 2015

The Labyrinth Screening

The USC’s School of Cinematic Arts class co-taught by James Franco, Vince Jolivette and SCA Faculty John Watson, had its premiere screening of 'THE LABYRINTH' at SCREAMFEST on October 18th, 2015.

Festival Oct 15, 2015

Hangman

Hangman premiered Wednesday October 14, 2015 at Screamfest.

Screamfest Premiere of Tales of Halloween

Festival Oct 14, 2015

OPENING NIGHT PREMIERE TALES OF HALLOWEEN

The sold out opening night film Tales of Halloween screened Tuesday October 12, 2015. Read Dread Central's review of the evening by Sean Decker.

Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension Poster

Festival Sep 03, 2015

'Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension' to Premiere at Screamfest (Exclusive)

SEPTEMBER 03, 2015 10:00am PT by Borys Kit from Hollywood Reporter. The scary movie will close out t

Events Jul 14, 2015

Insidious “Into the Further” 4D Experience

Enter for your chance to RSVP for tickets to the INTO THE FURTHER 4D experience (while supplies last

Article Jun 13, 2015

PARLOR VOD and Theatrical Release

El Segundo, CA (April 30, 2015) – Nolan Gallagher, Founder and CEO of Gravitas Ventures, has announced the acquisition of North American rights to the high production horror film ANARCHY PARLOR,

Winners Ashley C. Williams and Alejandro Hidalgo

Festival Dec 21, 2014

CLOSING NIGHT AWARDS & RECEPTION PHOTOS! 2014

Take a peek at the closing night awards ceremony & reception that took place Wednesday October 22nd.

Festival Nov 20, 2014

FEAR CLINIC PREMIERE PHOTOS!

"Fear Clinic" Premiere-- Black Carpet on Sunday October 22nd at Screamfest Horror Film Festival. Check out the exclusive interview with Fear Clinic star Corey Taylor by Sean Decker of Dread Central. Video courtesy of John Elfers.

Festival Nov 20, 2014

SHORTS PREMIERE 2014 - PHOTOS!

We were fortunate to have many filmmakers of short films attend the 2014 festival. The quality of these short films is astounding! Click on the photo link to see photos of some of the amazing short filmmakers that attended the 2014 festival.

Festival Nov 10, 2014

LOST AFTER DARK PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

"Lost After Dark" Premiere-- Black Carpet with the film director Ian Kessner, cast and crew on Monday October 20th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.

Festival Nov 10, 2014

GIRLHOUSE PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

"GirlHouse" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Monday October 20th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.

Festival Nov 06, 2014

THE CREEP BEHIND THE CAMERA PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

"The Creep Behind the Camera" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Sunday October 19th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.

Festival Nov 03, 2014

I SURVIVED A ZOMBIE HOLOCAUST - PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

"I Survived a Zombie Holocaust" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Saturday October 18th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.

Festival Nov 03, 2014

SUBURBAN GOTHIC - PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

Screamfest celebrated the Los Angeles Premiere of Suburban Gothic on October 18th, 20146 at the TCL Chinese Theatre. Suburban Gothic is director Richard Bates Jr's second film following Excision, his gruesome horror about a disturbed teen's mental state.

Festival Oct 31, 2014

THE HOUSE AT THE END OF TIME & REFUGE PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

"The House at the End of Time" winner of the Best Picture and Best Director award this year

Wrong Turn 6 - Last Resor-- Black Carpet

Festival Oct 31, 2014

WRONG TURN 6 - LAST RESORT PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

"Wrong Turn 6 - Last Resort" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Friday October 17th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival. Video courtesy of John Elfers. Wrong Turn 6 red carpet and Q&A photos by Angelica Ulloa.

Dark Was The Night Premiere Carpet Photo

Festival Oct 31, 2014

DARK WAS THE NIGHT PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

Screamfest "Dark Was the Night" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Thursday October 16th at Screamfest.

Festival Oct 24, 2014

2014 Screenplay Winner & Finalists

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2014 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 23, 2014

Screamfest 2014 Awards

We were honored to screen each film selection in the festival this year and to celebrate the winners. The 14th annual Screamfest Horror Festival concluded on the evening of October 22nd with an Awards Ceremony and Reception.

Festival Oct 20, 2014

SEE NO EVIL 2 PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEO!

The world premiere of Jen and Sylvia Soska’s feature See No Evil 2 took place October 15, 2014 at the TCL Chinese Theaters in Hollywood.

Festival Oct 16, 2014

OPENING NIGHT PARLOR PREMIERE - PHOTOS & VIDEOS!

Have a look at some of the Screamfest Opening Night fun that took place on Tuesday October 14th, of

Festival Sep 29, 2014

GRINDHOUSE SCREENING!

RAW FORCE (KUNG FU CANNIBALS) hosted by Eric Caidin of Hollywood Book & Poster - 35mm - DVD Giveaway

Festival Sep 09, 2014

Screamfest Announces Shorts To Die For!

14th ANNUAL ……………Screamfest Announces Shorts To Die For

Festival Aug 26, 2014

2014 Screamfest Press Announcements

Hollywood, CA., October 14 – 23rd, 2014 Screamfest®, from the festival that brought you such films as Trick ‘r Treat, Paranormal Activity, The Human Centipede and American Mary, announces the first wave and second wave of the 2014 festival.

Events Aug 06, 2014

The Guest Screening

Want to attend a special screening of THE GUEST on August 10th?

Events Aug 01, 2014

THE POSSESSION OF MICHAEL KING hosted by Fangoria

Join us for The Possession of Michael King hosted by Fangoria at the New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles.

Events Jun 30, 2014

Screamfest June Mixer

What a great time we had at our mixer at Delphine] in Hollywood, CA Thursday night. Check out our ph

Article May 21, 2014

BLOODY BBQ SCREAMFEST APRON

Look like a blood bath butcher at the grill this summer with a killer bloody Screamfest Apron.

Article May 20, 2014

Grindstone Acquires Screamfest Alum's Film

Grindstone Acquires Screamfest Alum Matt Eskandari’s “Game of Assassins” (The Gauntlet)

Events Apr 25, 2014

GOOD TIMES! Fears & Beers-Bride of Chucky Screening

What a wonderful evening we had at the FEARS & BEERS screening of Bride of Chucky with special guest Jennifer Tilly, Brad Dourif & Alexis Arquette, held at the sleek MGN Five Star Cinema in Glendale on April 24th.

Events Apr 01, 2014

OCULUS Pass Giveaway!

Oculus Pass Giveaway! Get your tickets now for this advanced screening.

Article Nov 08, 2013

Winning Gift Bag Design

Congratulations to talented artist Stephane Le Brethon of Villeurbanne, France for creating the Talenthouse winning design of the 2013 Screamfest Horror Film Festival recyclable keepsake bag distributed at the Opening Night Party.

Article Oct 24, 2013

2013 Festival Winners

Cheers to the winners of the 2013 Screamfest Horror Film Festival! They win a stunning Skull award, created by the legendary FX guru Stan Winston, plated in shimmering 24-carat gold.

Festival Oct 09, 2013

Screamfest 2013 (Photos)

The feature film Beneath opened the 13th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 8th, 2013 to a sold out crowd. Our Screamfest photographer Angelica Ulloa captured the excitement of Opening Night. Click on the link below to see all the festival photos.

Festival Sep 24, 2013

Screamfest Announces Next Wave of Films

Hollywood, CA., September 24, 2013 – Screamfest®, premiering films from around the world. Next Wave Screening Highlights at Screamfest 2013

Events Sep 17, 2013

We Are What We Are Advance Screening

INVITES YOU AND A GUEST TO A SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING Story: In WE ARE WHAT WE ARE, a seemingly who

Festival Sep 13, 2013

Screamfest 2013 Short Films Announced

Hollywood, CA., September 13, 2013 – Screamfest®, the preeminent horror festival in the country, and what the LA Weekly calls “the best place to get a jump on tomorrow’s cult hits” kicks off its 13th annual event in Los Angeles on October 8 through October 17 at the Laemmle NoHo 7 (5240 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601). Screamfest Announces Competitive Short Films Hollywood, C

Festival Sep 07, 2013

2013 Screamfest Announces First Wave

Hollywood, CA., September 4, 2013 – Screamfest®, the preeminent horror festival in the country, and what the LA Weekly calls “the best place to get a jump on tomorrow’s cult hits” kicks off its 13th annual event in Los Angeles on October 8 through October 17 at the Laemmle NoHo 7 (5240 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601). Hollywood, CA., September 4, 2013 ? Screamfest?,

Article Sep 04, 2013

Design for Screamfest Horror Film Festival

Calling all artist! Screamfest is collaborating with Talenthouse to have a designer create a killer design to be printed on our festival bags.

Festival Aug 13, 2013

NEW -- SCREAMFEST LAUNCHPAD AWARD for SHORT FILMS

This year's SHORT film category just received an additional exciting prize award!! SCREAMFEST LAUNCHPAD AWARD - Sponsored by U.K.'s Matador Pictures

Robert England Film Still from Fear Clinic

Article Jun 24, 2013

Screamfest Chats with Robert Englund

Screamfest sat down with Robert Englund to chat about his upcoming film FEAR CLINIC to be directed by Robert Hall. The film will star Robert Englund and Danielle Harris.

Events Jun 13, 2013

Screamfest Mixer at Skinny's Lounge

It was a packed fun filled night at Skinny's Lounge last night. Thanks to the Son of a Bun food truck for the delicious food.

Festival May 28, 2013

Screamfest Announces First Look Deal with Chiller

The screenplay deadline has been extended until JUNE 15TH due to this exciting news:

Article May 14, 2013

THALE Gets An English-Language Sequel

Screamfest title THALE just completed its theatrical run in last month. It played in Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Denver, New York and Los Angeles.

Festival Mar 15, 2013

2013 Screenplay Winner - Top 5 - Finalists

Congratulations to the 2013 Screenplay Award Winner & Finalists.

Festival Oct 22, 2012

2012 Screenplay Winner - Top 5 - Finalists

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2012 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 22, 2012

2012 Festival Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2012 Screamfest Horror Film Festival! Winners receive a stunning Skull award, created by the legendary FX Guru Stan Winston, plated in shimmering 24-carat gold.

Festival Oct 22, 2012

Screamfest 2012 (Photos)

The feature film The Collection opened the 12th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 12th, 2012 to a sold out crowd. Our Screamfest photographer Angelica Ulloa captured the excitement of Opening Night. Click on the link below to see all the festival photos.

Festival Oct 25, 2011

2011 Screamfest Festival Winners

And the Winners are...

BEST SHORT:

Festival Oct 25, 2011

Screamfest 2011 (Photos)

The feature film Sector 7 opened the 11th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 14th, 2011 at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.

Festival Oct 24, 2011

2011 Screenplay Award Winner & Finalists

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Win

Festival Oct 18, 2010

2010 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2010 screenplay competition

Festival Oct 18, 2010

2010 Screamfest Festival Winners

CONGRATULATIONS FESTIVAL WINNERS!

On Sunday, October 17th, 2010, Sean Decker along with

Festival Oct 18, 2010

Screamfest 2010 (Photos)

The feature film Night of the Demons opened the 10th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 8th, 2010 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.

Festival Oct 25, 2009

2009 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2009 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 25, 2009

2009 Screamfest Festival Winners

2009 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “THE HUMAN CENTIPEDE” & “BEFORE THE FALL” Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 20, 2008

2008 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2008 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 20, 2008

2008 Screamfest Festival Winners

2008 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “SPLINTER” & “El Rey de la Montaña” Among Top Winners

Screamfest Horror Film Festival Trick 'R' Treat Opening Night Premiere

Festival Oct 20, 2008

Screamfest 2008 (Photos)

The feature film The Tournament opened the 8th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 10th, 2008 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.

Screamfest Horror Film Festival 2009 Marquee

Festival Oct 20, 2008

Screamfest 2009 (Photos)

The feature film The Tournament opened the 9th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 16th, 2009 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.

Festival Oct 22, 2007

Screamfest 2007 (Photos)

The feature film Diary Of The Dead opened the7th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 12th, 2007 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.

Festival Oct 22, 2007

2007 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2007 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 21, 2007

2007 Screamfest Festival Winners

2007 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “ALONE” Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 23, 2006

2006 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2006 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 23, 2006

Screamfest 2006 (Photos)

The feature film The Tripper opened the 6th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 13th, 2006 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.

Festival Oct 23, 2006

2006 Screamfest Festival Winners

2006 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “Isolation & Frostbitten” Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 24, 2005

Screamfest 2005 (Photos)

The feature film Cruel World opened the 5th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 14th, 2005 at the Loews Universal Studios Cinemas at Universal CityWalk in Los Angeles, CA.

Festival Oct 24, 2005

2005 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2005 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 24, 2005

2005 Screamfest Festival Winners

2005 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari” & "Cookers" Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 26, 2004

2004 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2004 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 25, 2004

Screamfest 2004 (Photos)

The feature film Cruel World opened the 4th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 15th, 2004 at the Loews Universal Studios Cinemas at Universal CityWalk in Los Angeles, CA.

Festival Oct 25, 2004

2004 Screamfest Festival Winners

2004 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “The Invisible” Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 20, 2003

Screamfest 2003 (Photos)

The feature film Spider-Man opened the 3rd annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 10th, 2003 at the LAEMMLE Theatre Fairfax 3 in Los Angeles, CA.

Festival Oct 20, 2003

2003 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2003 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 20, 2003

2003 Screamfest Festival Winners

2003 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “ A Tale of Two Sisters” Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 21, 2002

2002 Screamfest Festival Winners

2002 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “Kolobos” Among Top Winners

Festival Oct 20, 2002

2002 Screenplay Finalists & Winning Screenplay

Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2002 screenplay competition. Congratulations!

Festival Oct 20, 2002

Screamfest 2002 (Photos)

The feature film The Exorcist opened the 2nd annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 17th, 2002 at the LAEMMLE Theatre Fairfax 3 in Los Angeles, CA.

Festival Oct 26, 2001

Screamfest 2001 (Photos)

The first ever annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival was held October 24th, 2001 at the Vogue Theatre (6675 HOLLYWOOD BLVD.,) in Hollywood, CA.

Festival Oct 26, 2001

2001 Screamfest Festival Winners

2001 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “Fatal Kiss” Among Top Winners

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Testimonials

Trusted by filmmakers & Horror fans around the world

Absolutely lived up to the hype. What an honor to be included in this line up of talent. Can’t wait til next time. Xoxo

Elizabeth Crummett Filmmaker

Screamfest was an incredibly fulfilling and awesome time. We're honored to have screened our short film among so many other great horror flicks, and getting to see it on a huge screen with a packed house was something I won't soon forget. The staff was wonderful, and they created an amazing space to meet a bunch of fellow filmmakers.

Jason Sheedy Filmmaker

Showing my movie THE DEEP DARK at Screamfest was the best experience EVER! Perfect organization, great screening at the TCL Chinese Theater, and an amazing time. Thank you guys. Winning BEST PICTURE has been the cherry on the cake.

mathieu turi Filmmaker

It was super surreal to show Greed & Gore off at the Chinese theatre for screamFest, everything felt very cool there, I can’t wait to go back!

Adam Kirkey Filmmaker

Amazing festival with great venue and wonderful staff. Would love to return in the future!

Sean Cruser Filmmaker

Simply put, the BEST horror film fest around.

Sam Boxleitner Filmmaker

A true festival experience, with distribution offers, wild networking opportunities and a ton of real horror fans selling out 300-seat theaters! REAL DEAL FEST!

JP Ouellette Filmmaker

The best film festival I have been to! It is SO truly supportive of all filmmakers (whether shorts or features). The community is incredible and the films play at the historic TCL Chinese theater. The best experience EVER! I will come back again and again :)

Maria Kosyanenko Filmmaker

Top-tier horror festival! Big thanks to the amazing festival team.

Semyon Voinov Filmmaker

What a great time! Rachel and the team are kind and communicative, and we had a great turnout for our screening. Made some new connections and had a great Q&A. Also love how we were paired with a feature rather than being in a block. Can’t wait to be back!

Tyler Savage Filmmaker

Truly the best festival experience I've had so far.

Devan Schoelen Filmmaker

Love Screamfest so much! Everyone was super nice and helpful. It's incredible to see your work at the Chinese Theatre and the caliber of movies was excellent!

Anjela Vega Filmmaker

Screamfest delivered! I was honored to attend the festival, which was well orchestrated and featured an incredible slate of films. The Black Carpet event and filmmakers parties were incredible. Thank you, Screamfest!

Heather Turman Filmmaker

If you love horror films - either making them or watching them - then Screamfest is an absolute MUST. They screen right in the heart of Hollywood at the Chinese Theatres and program horror flicks that run the gamut from terrifying to hilarious to straight up outlandish. What's more, it's a great opportunity to meet fellow horror film lovers and to become a part of that passionate community. Can't recommend enough!

Alex Hanno Filmmaker

Screamfest is the best of the best and it was such an honor for our film A GOOD SCREAM to be included in this year's lineup! The festival staff and volunteers are true fans of independent film and foster a great networking experience for their filmmakers. I made so many contacts and (more importantly) friends during the epic 10 day festival! I highly recommend this fest for new and veteran filmmakers alike. Thank you so much Karen and Rachel! I can't wait for next year!

Fayna Sanchez Filmmaker

Thanks to placing in Screamfest, I was put into contact with the amazing producers at Dark Sky Films who optioned my creature feature. – 2020 semi-finalist

Tyler Jones Screenwriter

Screamfest was one of the most exciting experiences of our life. Seeing our films screened at Chinese Theatre was really a dream come true. Plus, it gave us the opportunity to meet great filmmakers and producers. Thank you again Screamfest! You're the best   T3

Alessandro Antonaci Filmmaker

It was amazing to be able to attend an actual film festival in 2020 and see our film up on the big screen! Rachel and the team did a fantastic job of making this happen and utilizing the Drive-in format to allow filmmakers and film fans to have some sort of live event during the pandemic. Can't wait to create more films to submit and look forward to catching more great films to watch in 2021!

Justin Hyne Filmmaker

Screamfest is one of my favorite festivals to be in! The festival itself is a lot of fun with loads of quality content and great events. I have had two films in competition with them so far and I couldn’t have been happier. The folks in charge of Screamfest (Rachel and Karen) are great to work with. They are professional, communicative and really love horror. I will continue to submit my films and cross my fingers that I get in as Screamfest really is in the top of its class!

Meredith Red Filmmaker

Great Festival! Went out of their way to make it happen despite all the limitations with Covid. Great experience, organization and display of films. Highly recommend!

Scott O'Hara Filmmaker

This was an all-timer festival experience for me. Karen and Rachel are tremendously kind, and helpful people, and they really take care of their filmmakers. They're fabulous communicators, and love the genre so much it shows in everything they do. The screenings were top notch, and the theater was packed. The social events were well-run, and you couldn't pick a better venue to screen your film. I loved my time out in LA with Screamfest and will definitely be submitting future films here to capture this magic one more time.

Scott Vasey Filmmaker

Thanks for selecting and awarding our short film "The Light" as Best Short Film! It was an honor to be part of Screamfest 2021. :)

Marta Salvador Tato Filmmaker

Brilliant festival - excellent communication and a brilliantly organized event. Our film THE OTHER ONE won their Best Student Film award which we couldn't be happier with!

Rebekah Louisa Smith Filmmaker

As an alumni of this festival, I recommend it for all filmmakers that have a thrilling film!

Michael Kehoe Filmmaker

Expertly run like a well oiled machine by two incredible women and a vast team of terrific film festival workers and staff. You will feel like a celebrity with the parties and red carpet opportunities and you will be treated like the serious filmmaker you are with the many opportunities to network, thoughtful Q and A discussions about your film and lots of publicity for you and your film. It is the best film festival I've ever been in. Thank you Screamfest for having Misophonia as part of your schedule this year. You're simply the best!

Julianna Robinson Filmmaker

Thank you SCREAMFEST, what an amazing honor this was, to finally have one of our films go through. The TCL Chinese Theater holds so much history, and thanks to your festival we are a part of that too. Thank you for all you do, even during a pandemic, to ensure this festival is always awesome. From the live events, screenings, and special guests, we would die to do this all over again!! Awesome GRRR & THANK YOU AGAIN!!!

Dave Reda Filmmaker

Absolutely delightful!!!!! My partner and I were over the moon after attending Screamfest. Hell of a festival!

Anatasha Blakely Filmmaker

I had an amazing experience at Screamfest! Rachel is awesome, the venue is incredible and the exposure was everything I hoped for. If you have a horror film be sure to submit to Screamfest. You won't be disappointed!

Matthew McWilliams Filmmaker

Screamfest is everything you think it would be and more! Rachel and Karen made the process a blast from start to finish, and being part of such a prestigious festival was nothing short of mind-blowing.

Craig Low Filmmaker

Best horror film festival on the planet! They were extremely communicative through the entire process, hosted us in an awesome theater with top notch sound and video quality, gave us many options to make sure we were all comfortable, has a loyal fanbase of horror hounds who want to see something new, and now our film is on their YouTube channel. I wish I could've gone more days to see the other films, but I will be back in the future, and hopefully with another film of my own!

Dallas Harden Filmmaker

Screamfest is an absolute dream come true for horror fans and filmmakers alike! Rachel, Karen, and the whole team are knowledgeable, professional, and exceptional at what they do. This was my second time having the honor of playing at Screamfest, and I can't wait to submit again. An absolute delight from end to end. I highly recommend it to any horror filmmakers out there!

Sergio Guerra Filmmaker

I love this festival and if you have made a genre film, you absolutely must submit. Thank you to Rachel, Karen, and the rest of the team for another awesome festival experience!!

Matthew Higgins Filmmaker

Best festival I've worked with, both horror and non-genre. Rachel and Karen did a great job communicating on everything, and actually went out of their way to try to connect the filmmakers with each other. On top of all that I just love the fact that through them we were able to show our film at the Chinese Theatre!

Kraig Krueger Filmmaker

There's a reason Screamfest is considered one of, if not, the best horror festivals in the world. Rachel and her team are simply the best. everyone is friendly and accommodating. The venue is great. The movies are great. The swag is great. And the DJ at the awards party isn't too bad either.

Alex Montilla Filmmaker

This was easily the greatest accomplishment I’ve had of my indie filmmaking journey thus far. Making a film in 2020, I didn’t even know if theaters were going to be open. Not only was I able to premiere through SCREAMFEST, it took place at the iconic Chinese theater in Hollywood. This was a priceless experience I will always cherish. Thank you to everyone at SCREAMFEST for the honor.

Michael Yosef Filmmaker

Great festival! If your project is selected you really MUST attend! Karen & Rachel have a true love in organising Screamfest and they take great care of their guests and audience!

Laura Ugolini Filmmaker

ScreamFest was what I expected, and remembered film festivals to be. More then just a weekend, very professional, great people, good conversations, excellent films, swag, professional and well put together. I was so pleased with the experience, and this step in my career. Thankyou ScreamFest !!

Eric Castro Filmmaker

It was an honor to have my film be selected by Screamfest! As a filmmaker, I felt this festival always kept me and my films best interest in mind and was just as happy to screen my film as I was honored to be a part of this festival. The communication between us was amazing and they always kept an open line of dialogue even months after the festival premiered. They really took the steps to make us filmmakers feel special and created a safe easy space for networking and chatting. They are professional, kind, and foster a tight knit community. I will definitely be submitting my next film and all my future works here. Thank you Screamfest!

Travae Davis Filmmaker

Screamfest has been a big part of my filmmaking and film-going life since I moved to Los Angeles in 2005. I finally made a short that got accepted to the fest in 2010 and through it, met a manager and started on the path towards my first feature, which I completed in 2014. After years away, I finally got to go back in 2021 with another short and was thrilled to premiere at Screamfest. The lineups are always killer, the communication with filmmakers is great, and they continue to uncover yet to be seen horror gems. Wish I had something to submit every year!

Dan Riesser Filmmaker

As a direct result of my Horror Thriller, THE DEVOURING, being selected as a SCREAMFEST Semi-Finalist, I was contacted by London Indie Producer, (and Horror fan), Ahmed Maasarani. He loved the script and hired me to write my first paid writing assignment, the Psychological Thriller, THE LAST CONVERSATION. - Semi-Finalist  

Bradford Richardson Screenwriter

Winning the Screamfest prize for Best Screenplay in 2006 was a huge turning point in my career as a writer. To that point, I'd worked mostly in advertising, had done a handful of low-budget (waaay low-budget) assignments and was a writer/producer at WWE. After winning the award, the winning script - CHILDISH THINGS - was optioned and I've booked four writing assignment. The first, STREET WARRIOR starring REDBELT's Max Martini, debuts on Spike TV this summer and another (a mini-series for Ion) is currently in production starring Christopher Lloyd. The two others are in development. All of this success stems directly from my success at Screamfest.   

Alex Greenfield Screenwriter

I won Best Screenplay in the Screamfest 2012 Screenplay Competition and it has provided me with some great exposure in the industry. Since winning I have received interest from agents, managers and I have even developed and written a horror spec with a creative executive who read my script because I had won. The Screamfest mixers have also been a great way to meet motivated, like minded film makers and has given me other opportunities to get involved with the horror film community. I look forward to many more years of Screamfests! I highly recommend getting involved.   

Jeremy Christensen Screenwriter

The L.A. Screamfest is a first class horror film festival. The films, features and shorts, are a great combination of the familiar and the obscure, the bizarre and the twisted. It's a must for all horror fans and filmmakers. And I'm not just saying that because my film won a coveted crystal skull award. - 2002 Best Animated Film Winner

Jurgen Heimann Filmmaker

Screamfest LA was... a scream! Rachel and the rest of the gang put on a terrific festival, featuring great and unique horror films, and they really treat the filmmaker's right. Screamfest got my movie in the paper, set up interviews with loads of press, and even arranged a radio interview with a local station. I actually felt scary! The screening of Exorcist with William Friedkin was one of the coolest screenings I've been to. Screamfest makes the filmmakers totally accessible, including Mr. Friedkin, with whom I chatted after his screening. Screamfest goes all out to promote its films, the festival staff couldn't be friendlier, and the parties kick ass. The best genre film festival I've been to. Director - VAMPIRE CLAN

John Webb Filmmaker

SCREAMFEST is a blast! A great time for horror fans and filmmakers. Grab your popcorn and your barf bag and get ready to scream! Screamfest is one of those rare festivals in Hollywood where filmmakers and fans come together to celebrate the gross not the weekend gross. You don't want miss a second of Screamfest; even if you watch it with your eyes closed.

Eli Roth Filmmaker

Screamfest is one of the greatest contributors to the horror film industry. Rachel Belofsky's unrelenting dedication has created an astounding platform to showcase and launch emerging talented directors and writers in the horror genre. It's classy, it's bloody and a helluva a good time!

Sean Cunningham Filmmaker

Screamfest is a great place to discover some of the most original voices in the horror genre. Many of the films are hard to find gems that often get overlooked at the other festivals around the world.

Roy Lee Filmmaker

Some people live in fear, while others live to make films about it I prefer the latter group; the slightly tortured, delightfully twisted, and maniacally brilliant folk. At Screamfest, I have the opportunity to meet them all. What a treat!

Stan Winston Special Make-Up Effects Creator

Screamfest features the best of young, innovative and up-and-coming artists in the cinema of fantasy and horror. It scares me, and I'm Wes Craven! Check it out!

Wes Craven Filmmaker

I love Screamfest. It is a pleasure to see so many genre fans getting a chance to work in the area they love.

Jeff Katz, CE New Line Cinema

Screamfest LA consistently showcases some of the best new talent horror has to offer.

Mike Grady Dimension Films

I have had success with this screenplay competition. I have had one script optioned as a result of my participation in Screamfest. Even though I was a finalist and not the winner, they really tried to get me introduced to industry professionals. I recommend Screamfest to writers and horror film lovers. -Screenplay Finalist

Anne Sagel Screenwriter

In 2005 as a direct result of my Horror Thriller, THE DEVOURING, being selected as a SCREAMFEST Semi-Finalist, I was contacted by London Indie Producer, (and Horror fan), Ahmed Maasarani. He loved the script and hired me to write my first paid writing assignment, the Psychological Thriller, THE LAST CONVERSATION. -Screenplay Semi-Finalist

Bradford Richardson Screenwriter

I have had the opportunity and privilege to be a part of this event two years now, and all of my experiences have been extremely positive. My first script, although it did not take first place, scored highly and I chose to attend the awards banquet. It was spectacular and fun to boot (the guest of honor was Wes Craven). My second submission also placed in the top 5 (always a bridesmaid it seems) and again I attended the banquet. I met some competitors which turned into friends as well as some solid contacts. As for my experience in the contest itself, I was notified once I had made semi-finalist and again when I made finalist. I was aware from the start that any work which did not make the semi-finalist circuit would probably not receive a confirmation email, so I can't really complain over that. Rachel Belofsky and the crew have done a terrific job at building this competition to become one of the forerunners in genre-specific (horror) competitions in the field. If you have a horror story I encourage you to submit your script to this competition and wish you the best of luck!   -Screenwriter Finalist

RL Kienbaum Screenwriter

The International Creative Management (ICM) has signed me up! Thank you ScreamfestLA! You helped make this possible. Dir. / D.P. / Writer of THE ECHO (SIGAW)

Yam Laranas Filmmaker

As a direct result of this exposure, I landed a manager...and then a lawyer...and then an agent. Now I have one horror movie in pre-production called DAMNED which is being produced by Robert Fried (Godzilla, Boondock Saints, Rudy) and I'm currently doing re-writes on another screenplay, L.A. GOTHIC, with none other than the legendary John Carpenter. It is a dream come true to finally be working in the horror industry and for my (impending) success, I owe a great deal to Screamfest. I have no doubt that without the exposure of Screamfest, I would still be toiling away with nothing more to show from it than a stack of unread scripts. Thank you for everything and keep on kicking ass!!! - Screenplay Finalist

Sean keller Screenwriter

Just wanted to thank you so much Rachel for letting RITES OF SPRING premiere at Screamfest. It really helped get Rites out there to the buyers. Thank you so much and can't wait to have another film in your festival. http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118047561

Padraig Reynolds Director RITES OF SPRING

CHILDISH THINGS was optioned by Larry Levinson Productions and is currently in development. The coolest thing is that they've become really into my work and I'm now writing a mini-series for them and the Sci-Fi Channel. Pretty cool, and as always, I owe great deal of that success to the attention Screamfest brought my way. Winning Screenwriter

Alex Greenfield Screenwriter

Attending Screamfest was the best thing to happen for our indie film! So, once again, thank you for including us in the festival!

Thomas Aske Berg Director of Vidar the Vampire/2017

The fact that my movie, a tiny independent production got so much attention, made possible that me, my actors and some people in my crew have all been contacted by representation agencies, directors, and casting directors across the US industry.

Issa Lopez Director of TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID

No other festival has such extensive worldwide genre programming. Screamfest is at the top of its game.

Craig Perry Producer FINAL DESTINATION franchise

Screamfest is the 'Sundance of Horror!' There is no horror festival in the Nation that is larger and more respected than this one.

Brad Miska Co-owner Bloody-disgusting.com

When all other festivals were rejecting PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, Screamfest was the first and only festival at the time that accepted us. We had a great premiere screening and got positive reviews as a result. Shortly after, we got the attention of CAA and many distributors. The rest, as they say, is history! But it all started at Screamfest! - Director of Paranormal Activity

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