Suburbia, often painted as the epitome of safety and tranquility, gets a dark makeover in John Carpenter’s latest cinematic venture, Suburban Screams. This six-episode unscripted anthology promises to unearth the dark secrets of seemingly safe neighborhoods, but does it truly deliver the chills?
The mini-series dives deep into the horrors of suburbia, blending documentary techniques with cinematic reenactments. Real-life tales of terror, as told by those who lived through them, form the backbone of this anthology. From the ghostly aftermath of a Ouija party gone wrong in ‘Kelly’ to the relentless stalking in ‘Phone Stalker‘, the variety of stories is commendable. There’s a mix of urban legends, supernatural tales, and very real crimes that keep the viewer on their toes.
The strongest episode of the bunch is undoubtedly ‘The Bunny Man’. Set in Fairfax, Virginia, it recounts the legend of a man in a rudimentary bunny costume who,...
The mini-series dives deep into the horrors of suburbia, blending documentary techniques with cinematic reenactments. Real-life tales of terror, as told by those who lived through them, form the backbone of this anthology. From the ghostly aftermath of a Ouija party gone wrong in ‘Kelly’ to the relentless stalking in ‘Phone Stalker‘, the variety of stories is commendable. There’s a mix of urban legends, supernatural tales, and very real crimes that keep the viewer on their toes.
The strongest episode of the bunch is undoubtedly ‘The Bunny Man’. Set in Fairfax, Virginia, it recounts the legend of a man in a rudimentary bunny costume who,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Kimberley Elizabeth
Plot: John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams is a genre-busting, unscripted horror anthology series from the mind of legendary director, writer, and producer John Carpenter. The series explores the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns, and friendly neighbors of suburbia. Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. Their firsthand accounts are brought to life through premium cinematic scene work, news clips, home photos, and archival footage, combining the visual language of horror films with the tools and techniques of documentaries, creating a uniquely frightening experience for viewers.
Review: As one of the most famous horror directors of all time, John Carpenter’s name carries enough weight that placing it above the title of a film or series is enough to make it worth checking out. Despite not having directed...
Review: As one of the most famous horror directors of all time, John Carpenter’s name carries enough weight that placing it above the title of a film or series is enough to make it worth checking out. Despite not having directed...
- 10/9/2023
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
One of the many treats headed our way on Friday the 13th is the new Peacock series “John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams,” an unscripted series that features an episode directed by Carpenter himself. The horror anthology series premieres October 13 on Peacock, and it’s said to be “from the mind of legendary director, writer, and producer, John Carpenter.”
Peacock previews, “The series explores the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia. Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it.
“Their firsthand accounts are brought to life through premium cinematic scene-work, news clips, home photos, and archival footage, combining the visual language of horror films with the tools and techniques of documentaries, creating a uniquely frightening experience for viewers.
“Each episode will delve into the monstrous evil...
Peacock previews, “The series explores the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia. Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it.
“Their firsthand accounts are brought to life through premium cinematic scene-work, news clips, home photos, and archival footage, combining the visual language of horror films with the tools and techniques of documentaries, creating a uniquely frightening experience for viewers.
“Each episode will delve into the monstrous evil...
- 10/6/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
[Editor's Note: This article was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the series being discussed here wouldn't exist.]
"In every neighborhood, there's always that one house that you ride your bike past just a little bit faster than the others." In addition to chilling and thrilling readers this fall with new comic books from their Storm King Comics imprint, John Carpenter and Sandy King will bring nightmares to life onscreen in their new series John Carpenter's Suburban Screams. Telling real-life horror stories from the vital perspectives of the victims themselves, John Carpenter's Suburban Screams will fittingly premiere on Peacock on Friday, October 13th (with the Master of Horror directing one episode of the six-episode series), and we have a look at the series' eerie trailer ahead of its premiere!
Press Release: Hollywood, Calif. — On tree-lined streets filled with children and families … behind the doors of well-appointed homes … in the least assuming neighborhoods, fear awaits, as fans of horror legends John Carpenter and Sandy King know all too well.
"In every neighborhood, there's always that one house that you ride your bike past just a little bit faster than the others." In addition to chilling and thrilling readers this fall with new comic books from their Storm King Comics imprint, John Carpenter and Sandy King will bring nightmares to life onscreen in their new series John Carpenter's Suburban Screams. Telling real-life horror stories from the vital perspectives of the victims themselves, John Carpenter's Suburban Screams will fittingly premiere on Peacock on Friday, October 13th (with the Master of Horror directing one episode of the six-episode series), and we have a look at the series' eerie trailer ahead of its premiere!
Press Release: Hollywood, Calif. — On tree-lined streets filled with children and families … behind the doors of well-appointed homes … in the least assuming neighborhoods, fear awaits, as fans of horror legends John Carpenter and Sandy King know all too well.
- 9/19/2023
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
"I know that house, and I know what it's capable of." Peacock has unveiled a quick 60-second official trailer for their Halloween streaming series called John Carpenter's Suburban Screams - out in October (obviously). After releasing the two new Halloween movies directly streaming on Peacock, the service has now partnered with Carpetner to let him develop his own horror anthology series - basically the same thing Netflix did with Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities. "Each episode will delve into the monstrous evil that lurks beneath the surface of friendly suburbia through the lens of one frightful tale... In addition to firsthand accounts, the episodes will include cinematic reenactments, personal archives, and historic town press coverage." One description says this is like Unsolved Mysteries from John Carpenter, with dramatic recreations. Scary! Episodes by John Carpenter, Michelle Latimer, Jan Pavlacky, Jordan Roberts. The anthology cast: Chloe Zeitounian, Paul A Maynard,...
- 9/18/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Famed director John Carpenter has returned after a thirteen-year absence in the director’s chair. Carpenter has returned to direct an episode of “Suburban Screams.” The new series will be debuting just in time for the Halloween season on October 13th. “Suburban Screams” is a horror anthology series that will stream exclusively on Peacock.
“Suburban Screams” will explore the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia. Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. In addition to firsthand accounts, the episodes will include cinematic reenactments, personal archives, and historic town press coverage.
Carpenter will direct one episode along with showrunners Jordan Roberts, Michelle Latimer, and Jan Pavlacky. John Carpenter, who is no stranger to composing music, composed the theme song for the show. Don’t...
“Suburban Screams” will explore the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia. Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. In addition to firsthand accounts, the episodes will include cinematic reenactments, personal archives, and historic town press coverage.
Carpenter will direct one episode along with showrunners Jordan Roberts, Michelle Latimer, and Jan Pavlacky. John Carpenter, who is no stranger to composing music, composed the theme song for the show. Don’t...
- 9/16/2023
- by Stephen Nepa
- Age of the Nerd
It's been 13 years since horror master John Carpenter has blessed the world with a new directorial project, but the icon behind movies like "Halloween," "Escape From New York," and "The Thing" is finally returning to our screens this autumn — with a documentary-like TV horror series. "John Carpenter's Suburban Screams" will feature six nerve-shredding true stories retold by those who experienced them, and will couple the testimony with dramatic (and decidedly scary-looking) visual retellings of the story. The show is also set to include archival footage and news clips.
Carpenter is only set to direct one of the six episodes of "Suburban Screams," but he's involved in the project in other ways, lending his considerable talents as a composer to its soundtrack and executive producing the Peacock project. The show sounds like it will meet at the intersection of reality and horror movie sensibilities, which could be the perfect recipe for some great scares.
Carpenter is only set to direct one of the six episodes of "Suburban Screams," but he's involved in the project in other ways, lending his considerable talents as a composer to its soundtrack and executive producing the Peacock project. The show sounds like it will meet at the intersection of reality and horror movie sensibilities, which could be the perfect recipe for some great scares.
- 9/16/2023
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Horrormeister John Carpenter is finally back in the director’s chair with Peacock’s John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams. Carpenter created the horror anthology series based on true events, and directs one of the six season one episodes.
The unscripted series dives into tales of evil that took place in American suburbs via reenactments and personal archives. Joining Carpenter as episode directors are Jordan Roberts, Michelle Latimer, and Jan Pavlacky.
Carpenter composed the anthology series’ theme music and served as an executive producer along with Roberts, Sandy King, Tony Disanto, Patrick Smith, and Andy Portnoy. Roberts guides the series as showrunner.
John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams will premiere on Friday, October 13, 2023.
‘John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams’ poster (Photo Credit: Peacock)
Peacock offered this description of the horror anthology:
“John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams is a genre-busting unscripted horror anthology series from the mind of legendary director, writer, and producer, John Carpenter.
The unscripted series dives into tales of evil that took place in American suburbs via reenactments and personal archives. Joining Carpenter as episode directors are Jordan Roberts, Michelle Latimer, and Jan Pavlacky.
Carpenter composed the anthology series’ theme music and served as an executive producer along with Roberts, Sandy King, Tony Disanto, Patrick Smith, and Andy Portnoy. Roberts guides the series as showrunner.
John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams will premiere on Friday, October 13, 2023.
‘John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams’ poster (Photo Credit: Peacock)
Peacock offered this description of the horror anthology:
“John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams is a genre-busting unscripted horror anthology series from the mind of legendary director, writer, and producer, John Carpenter.
- 9/15/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
John Carpenter, the mastermind behind classic horror films such as Halloween, The Fog and The Thing, is returning to the director’s chair for the first time in 13 years in John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams. Watch the trailer below.
The six-episode unscripted horror anthology series, which premieres Friday, October 13, on Peacock, is an exploration of true tales of terror that took place in seemingly perfect American hometowns. Carpenter will direct an episode of the series, which he also produces, and composed the theme music. The series is Carpenter’s first major project that he is directing since 2010’s The Ward.
Per the logline, the series explores the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia.
Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. In addition to firsthand accounts,...
The six-episode unscripted horror anthology series, which premieres Friday, October 13, on Peacock, is an exploration of true tales of terror that took place in seemingly perfect American hometowns. Carpenter will direct an episode of the series, which he also produces, and composed the theme music. The series is Carpenter’s first major project that he is directing since 2010’s The Ward.
Per the logline, the series explores the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia.
Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. In addition to firsthand accounts,...
- 9/15/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams,” a docuseries about horrific real-life tales of terror that happened in the seemingly perfect American suburbs, will premiere with all six episodes Oct. 13 on Peacock, the streamer announced Thursday.
Per the press release, “Each episode will delve into the monstrous evil that lurks beneath the surface of friendly suburbia through the lens of one frightful tale. In addition to firsthand accounts, the episodes will include cinematic reenactments, personal archives, and historic town press coverage.”
In the first trailer for the series, we get insight from police, survivors and witnesses about bizarre cases, including the hair-raising line: “In one night, police fielded more than 50 calls about a man in a rabbit suit with a hatchet.”
That episode was inspired by the 1970 reports of “The Bunny Man” in Clifton, Virginia. Often regarded as an urban legend, he was reported to brandish different types of weapons in various sightings.
Per the press release, “Each episode will delve into the monstrous evil that lurks beneath the surface of friendly suburbia through the lens of one frightful tale. In addition to firsthand accounts, the episodes will include cinematic reenactments, personal archives, and historic town press coverage.”
In the first trailer for the series, we get insight from police, survivors and witnesses about bizarre cases, including the hair-raising line: “In one night, police fielded more than 50 calls about a man in a rabbit suit with a hatchet.”
That episode was inspired by the 1970 reports of “The Bunny Man” in Clifton, Virginia. Often regarded as an urban legend, he was reported to brandish different types of weapons in various sightings.
- 9/14/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Just when you thought October’s Friday the 13th dance card reached max capacity with Halloween offerings, horror master John Carpenter ensures there’s always room for more with upcoming Peacock series “John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams.”
The unscripted series premieres October 13 on Peacock and stems from the mind of legendary horror director, writer, and producer, John Carpenter.
The series is described as “a genre-busting unscripted horror anthology series from the mind of legendary director, writer, and producer, John Carpenter. The series explores the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia. Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. Their firsthand accounts are brought to life through premium cinematic scene-work, news clips, home photos, and archival footage, combining the visual language of horror films with...
The unscripted series premieres October 13 on Peacock and stems from the mind of legendary horror director, writer, and producer, John Carpenter.
The series is described as “a genre-busting unscripted horror anthology series from the mind of legendary director, writer, and producer, John Carpenter. The series explores the dark secrets and unspeakable evil that sometimes lurks beneath the surface of the sun-drenched streets, manicured lawns and friendly neighbors of suburbia. Each episode focuses on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. Their firsthand accounts are brought to life through premium cinematic scene-work, news clips, home photos, and archival footage, combining the visual language of horror films with...
- 9/14/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
It was just a few months ago that John Carpenter proudly proclaimed a return to the director’s chair. In his case a couch: a new series entitled John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams was shot in Prague while the man worked from home, which he summarily described as “awesome.” While it wasn’t certain what, exactly, he was talking about, today we have a trailer for the project: a six-episode Peacock series for which he helmed an episode, composed the theme, and produced..
Though brief, the preview gives a sense of Suburban Screams‘ unusual approach: a true-crime series with every episode centered “on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. Their firsthand accounts are brought to life through premium cinematic scene-work, news clips, home photos, and archival footage.” Contained therein is also traces of Carpenter’s new theme, and, boy, does it sound like him.
Though brief, the preview gives a sense of Suburban Screams‘ unusual approach: a true-crime series with every episode centered “on one true tale of terror, told by the real people who lived through it. Their firsthand accounts are brought to life through premium cinematic scene-work, news clips, home photos, and archival footage.” Contained therein is also traces of Carpenter’s new theme, and, boy, does it sound like him.
- 9/14/2023
- by Leonard Pearce
- The Film Stage
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