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January 2026

January 2 – We Bury The Dead (Theaters)

January 6 – Will Trent (ABC, Next day Hulu)

January 8 – The Traitors (Peacock)

January 8 – His & Hers (Netflix)

January 9 – People We Meet On Vacation (Netflix)

January 9 – Sleepwalker (Theaters)

January 9 – Primate (Theaters)

January 16 – Night Patrol (Theaters)

January 16 – 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (Theaters)

January 21 – The Beauty (FX, Next day Hulu)

January 21 – Queer Eye (Netflix)

January 22 – Finding Her Edge (Netflix)

January 23 – Return to Silent Hill (Theaters)

January 28 – School Spirits (Paramount+)

January 28 – Shrinking (Apple TV+)

January 30 – Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die (Theaters)

January 30 – Iron Lung (Theaters)

January 30 – Send Help (Theaters)

February 2026

February 6 – The Strangers: Chapter 3 (Theaters)

February 6 – Dracula (Theaters)

February 6 – Pillion (Theaters)

February 6 – Whistle (Theaters)

February 8 – The ‘Burbs (Peacock)

February 13 – “Wuthering Heights” (Theaters)

February 13 – GOAT (Theaters)

February 13 – Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie (Theaters)

February 18 – 56 Days (Prime)

February 20 – This is Not a Test (Theaters)

February 25 – Scrubs (ABC, next day Hulu)

February 27 – Scream 7 (Theaters)

March 2026

March 5 – Ted (Peacock)

March 6 – The Bride (Theaters)

March 6 – Peaky Blinders: The Eternal Man (Theaters, Netflix on March 20)

March 11 – Scarpetta (Prime)

March 18 – Imperfect Women (Apple TV+)

March 20 – Project Hail Mary (Theaters)

March 27 – Ready or Not: Here I Come (Theaters)

March 27 – Fantasy Life (Theaters)

March 27 – They Will Kill You (Theaters)

April 2026

April 3 – The Drama (Theaters)

April 8 – The Boys (Prime)

April 10 – Malcolm in the Middle (Hulu)

April 15 – Margo’s Got Money Troubles (Apple TV+)

April 17 – The Mummy (Theaters)

April 17 – Normal (Theaters)

May 2026

May 1 – The Devil Wears Prada 2 (Theaters)

May 1 – Hokum (Theaters)

May 15 – Obsession (Theaters)

May 22 – I Love Boosters (Theaters)

June 2026

June 12 – Scary Movie 6 (Theaters)

June 19 – Toy Story 5 (Theaters)

July 2026

July 12 – Disclosure Day (Theaters)

July 17 – The Odyssey (Theaters)

August 2026

August 21 – Insidious: The Bleeding World (Theaters)

August 28 – The Dog Star (Theaters)

August 28 – Coyote vs. ACME (Theaters)

September 2026

September 11 – Sense and Sensibility (Theaters)

September 18 – Practical Magic 2 (Theaters)

September 18 – Play House (Theaters)

September 18 – Resident Evil (Theaters)

October 2026

October 1 – Terrifier 4 (Theaters)

October 2 – Digger (Theaters)

October 9 – Other Mommy (Theaters)

October 16 – Street Fighter (Theaters)

October 23 – Remain (Theaters)

November 2026

November 20 – The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (Theaters)

December 2026

December 18 – Avengers: Doomsday (Theaters)

December 18 – Dune: Part Three (Theaters)

December 25 – Werewulf (Theaters)

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping the work of Cassandra Peterson into the ol’ VCR.

Well friends, today is the day—we’re OFFICIALLY halfway to Halloween! 

So I thought what better way to celebrate today than with a spotlight on the Mistress of the Dark herself, Cassandra Peterson. 

Cassandra Peterson was born on September 17th, 1971, in Kansas. 

Her interest in horror began at a young age, as did her interest in show business. 

Cassandra Peterson began working as a go-go dancer in gay bars and nightclubs as a teenager (I know, I know). 

After graduating high school, she became a Vegas showgirl, where she met and went on a date with Elvis. 

Yes, I’m serious. 

From there, Cassandra Peterson had a few small roles in movies like The Working Girls and Diamonds Are Forever before moving to Italy to become the lead singer for both The Snails and I Latins 80. 

(I’m aware that she just keeps getting cooler and cooler) 

There, she was also introduced to Fellini, who cast her for a tiny part in Roma (1972). 

When Cassandra Peterson came back to the U.S., she landed in Miami, where she worked as a showgirl, joined Playboy as a model, and performed all over the states with Mama’s Boys, a comedy/musical group. 

A few years later, she became part of The Groundlings, where an early iteration of Elvira was born. 

In 1981, Cassandra Peterson auditioned for a horror host role in Los Angeles, booked the role, and thus, Elvira’s Movie Macabre was born. 

Now, I’m not going to dive into the drama surrounding the program’s inception, but I’ll briefly mention it for context. 

Maila Nurmi, aka Vampira, was initially brought on because the producers wanted to reboot her original show. 

However, they refused to hire who she wanted to play Vampira (or a version of Vampira—it’s not clear), so Cassandra Peterson was hired on. 

Maila Nurmi took legal action because she believed Elvira was a rip-off of Vampira, but Cassandra Peterson won. 

And unfortunately, this wouldn’t mark the end of Cassandra Peterson’s issues with getting Elvira her much-deserved spotlight. 

While Elvira’s Movie Macabre ran for five years, the feature film that was meant to catapult Elvira into the mainstream, Elvira: Mistress of the Dark, actually bombed at the box office.

(It’s one of my personal faves, so I don’t understand it either) 

Cassandra Peterson went on to film a pilot for a show centered around Elvira that wasn’t picked up (um, why) and has had several projects stuck in development hell or simply cancelled.

However, she did release Elvira’s Haunted Hills in 2000, which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival in 2003. 

I do want to clarify that I’m not saying any of this in a derogatory way. 

I think that Cassandra Peterson was ahead of her time, and it speaks volumes that a horror host whose Hollywood debut technically flopped is still one of the most recognizable characters of all time. 

Also, Cassandra Peterson is more than just Elvira. 

She’s appeared in campy cult films like All About Evil as well as classics like Pee-wee’s Big Adventure. 

Cassandra Peterson is also an advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community and came out herself in her autobiography, Yours Cruelly, Elvira. 

She also recently sold her Tesla and donated all the money to NPR, and she filmed a video of it being towed away with the words “Elon Sux” on the side. 

That’s why, although she’s had bad luck over the years with projects, it’s so badass to watch her be a household name, giving all those who wouldn’t give her a chance the middle finger. 

Cassandra Peterson flipped the horror host on its head with her biting commentary, double entendres, and big…comedic stylings. 

It’s also a testament to how fame doesn’t always depend on the quantity of your content, but rather, the quality. 

Over the years, Elvira has graced our screens to host movies for Halloween and, most recently, to celebrate her 40th anniversary with a four-movie marathon on Shudder. 

Cassandra, if you ever read this, thank you. 🖤

You walked so that so many other badass women in the horror community could run, including this writer. 

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping movie recommendations to pair with your favorite cereal into the ol’ VCR.

Welcome back to Side-Dish Cinema!

If this is your first time here, let me give you the tea: 

I pair nine different types of food, snacks, drinks, etc… and then give you three movie recommendations for each. 

Sometimes, the vision is clear, and other times, you may just smile and nod. 

And there you have it! 

As always, some of these movies may content sensitive content, so we recommend researching before you watch and/or having a trusted person watch for you first. 

Alrighty, that should do us for introductions and disclaimers. 

Without further ado, please enjoy this edition of Side-Dish Cinema: 

Cheerios*

• Honey
• Bee Movie 
• The Wicker Man (2006)

*In order to hold myself accountable, the thought of including My Girl here did, in fact, cross my mind, and yes, I’m horrible. 

Froot Loops 

• Wicked
• Speed Racer 
• Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat* (1999) 

*We all know I’m not religious, but by god, I wore this VHS tape out as a kid. 

Rice Krispies  

• Election 
• Best in Show
• The Royal Tenenbaums 

Lucky Charms 

• The Dark Crystal  
• The Last Unicorn 
• The Neverending Story 

Apple Jacks 

• October Sky
• Fly Away Home 
• Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) 

Raisin Bran

• Citizen Kane 
• The Seventh Seal 
• What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?

Frosted Flakes 

• Life of Pi 
• Tigers Are Not Afraid 
• The Jungle Book (1967)

Fruity Pebbles 

• Dick 
• Ingrid Goes West
• But I’m a Cheerleader*

*I do feel like I need to give a disclaimer here that I didn’t choose this movie because of the word “fruity” but because it fits the vibe of the other movies, and I don’t want anyone to be offended. 

Cocoa Puffs 

• Chocolat 
• Like Water for Chocolate 
• Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Queens of Drama into the ol’ VCR.

I’d heard some buzz around Queens of Drama during last year’s Fantastic Fest, and it had been on my radar ever since. 

I finally got a chance to see it this weekend, and I can definitively say that it’s worth the hype.

Queens of Drama tells the love story of Mimi Madamour (Louiza Aura) and Billie Kohler (Gio Ventura), star crossed lovers in the early aughts. 

Mimi is an aspiring, closeted, Britney Spears-esque pop star whose rise to fame is closer than she thinks. 

Billie is an out and proud, underground punk rock sensation who seems to hate everything about the world Mimi longs to be part of. 

The pair soon fall deeply and passionately in love, but as Mimi’s popularity skyrockets, and she refuses to come out in the process, will their love be able to withstand newfound fame and distance? 

Queens of Drama not only provides us with biting satire around celebrity and not-so-subtle allusions to the pop stars we grew up with, but it shows us a three-dimensional queer love story. 

Additionally, this movie is full of LGBTQIA+ characters and actors, which gave me the warm and fuzzies. 

Is it a satirical musical that includes a love song about fisting? Yes, BUT it’s also so rad to see a queer movie like on the big screen in this climate. 

Queens of Drama is something special. If you a) grew up with the pop princesses of the early aughts and/or b) were closeted and grew up with the pop princess of early aughts, I definitely recommend checking this one out. 

(Think the lavishness of Moulin Rouge! with the atmosphere of Knife + Heart—minus the horror—with a dash of But I’m a Cheerleader thrown in for good measure) 

Just don’t blame me when “Pas Touche!” is stuck in your head for the next 3-5 business days. 

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Late Night with the Devil into the ol’ VCR. 

If you’ve somehow missed me talking about it, we’re officially in Halfway to Halloween season. 

That means I’ve been rewatching a TON of horror movies and revisiting some of my Shudder faves, including Late Night with the Devil. 

In my opinion, this movie gets better with every watch because there are just too many details to catch in a single viewing. 

That’s why we’re here today, my friends. 

I had a little time last weekend, so I popped it on, and y’all, I noticed some things we need to chat about. 

For example, the Cavendish group’s logo is a handshake to allude to the “secret handshakes” and/or the Faustian deal Jack (David Dastmalchian) made. It even matches the shake between Lily (Ingrid Torelli) and Jack in Lily’s entrance, color-wise. 

And one of the relics we see in the video about the Abraxas cult is the same owl from the show’s bumpers, connecting them to Night Owls. 

And the mention of Berwyn, Illinois, is a subtle nod to Svengoolie. 

To give you the best analysis (and indulge my flair for the dramatic), I’m going to break this piece down into four theories and then reveal which one I subscribe to. 

Alrighty, that should do us for introductions. 

Without further ado, let’s dive in. 

Theory 1: We’re in Jack’s personal hell 

While this movie is introduced as a documentary-style film, we can’t necessarily take this at face value. Everything we see is presented from a television screen, representing the confines of Jack’s personal hell. 

In Jack’s case, he made a deal with the devil for fame, so he’s forced to relive the last night of his show for eternity. The only scenes we see in color are when the camera is rolling. It can be interpreted that these scenes are the ones Jack is stuck reliving, while those in black and white represent true memories/recollections. That’s why we don’t see him kill Lilly on camera—instead, we see him kill “Madeline” (Georgina Haig) because the scenes in color are an altered version of reality. 

We’re already aware that Madeline’s spirit is manipulating electronics throughout the show, so is it far-fetched to think that we’ve become an audience to Jack’s torment in Hell?

Theory 2: We’re watching the real events of Night Owls unfold 

This theory speaks for itself. If we take the movie at face value, we’re watching everything unfold exactly as it did on Halloween night. Madeline manipulated the footage, Lily’s inner demon killed multiple people, etc… This is simply real footage from an ill-fated late-night special gone awry. All of these supernatural events aren’t symbolic, and we can believe that a myriad of unexplainable events managed to align. That’s it. 

Theory 3: We were “hypnotized” throughout the entire show, and there’s no supernatural element 

I think this is a really fun angle to take because it begs the question: what if nothing we saw was real? It’s clear that Carmichael Haig (Ian Bliss) is skilled at audience manipulation and hypnosis, as is apparent from the worm scene. He also mentions it’s “good to know” that “[we’re] an impressionable lot,” so what if he’s been subtly manipulating us this entire time? 

We know that the only person who seems not to be impacted by his hypnosis is Lilly, as she asks why Gus (Rhys Auteri) is “acting so silly” during the worm scene, as well as a couple of audience members who allegedly raised their hands when Jack asked who hadn’t seen Gus’s worm fiasco. Lilly isn’t present for the first half of the show, and we get a glimpse into Jack’s psyche at the end, so it’s plausible that all of the unexplainable occurrences we see are part of Carmichael’s hypnosis. 

Theory 4: We’re witnessing Jack’s breakdown 

It may come as a surprise, but I think this is the darkest theory I’m presenting. After the death of Madeline and with his ratings in freefall, Jack is starting to crack under the pressure. Although the Halloween special sends ratings skyrocketing, he still can’t get passed the death of his wife and finally cracks after Carmichael’s hypnosis, sending him into a murderous rampage. Madeline isn’t present at all, but rather a manifestation of Jack’s guilt. That’s why his last words in the film are, “Dreamer, here. Awake.”

Where do I stand?

I feel like if you know me at all, it’s probably clear where I stand—I think we’re witnessing Jack’s personal hell. If you pay close attention, you’ll notice Mr. Wriggles’s shares a voice with the narrator from the beginning of the movie. Additionally, whenever Lilly is possessed, she talks about how the worms have gotten to Madeline, and what happens to Gus later on? He’s “consumed” by worms. 

This is also further confirmed by the way Jack continuously breaks the fourth wall towards the end of the film and why Lilly asks which camera she should be looking into when the cameras are off. 

But how did we get here? Let me lay out my theory in full: 

The Grove and the cult Lilly was rescued from worship the same entity and/or are just two factions of the same group. The suspicious audience member we see in the skeleton costume throughout the movie is a member of the cult who was there to make sure their plan was carried out. 

Jack made a deal with Abraxas to become the next big name in late-night, unknowingly sacrificing Madeline for fame in the process. He then made a hasty return to late night because he knew he would be successful. 

June’s (Laura Gordon) book about Lilly didn’t come across his book by accident; someone made sure it got to him so that Lilly and June would be on the show, ensuring his debt was paid in full. 

As punishment, Jack is forced to relive that fateful Halloween night in perpetuity. 

However, I don’t think the cult counted on Madeline’s presence also being…present, and I think that’s why Gus, Carmichael, and Christou (Fayssal Bazzi) also die. 

The only person “meant” to die, in my opinion, was Lilly, as Jack killed her with the ceremonial dagger June brought to the set. 

There’s also a case to be made that Abraxas presents himself as Madeline to drive Jack mad…but I don’t necessarily think that’s the case. As we see towards the end of the film, Madeline figured out what Jack did, and I lean more to a vengeful spirit than Abaraxas manifesting as Madeline. 

So there you have it, folks. 

I’ve once again overthought a movie into oblivion and had a hell of a time doing it. 

Only one question remains: how do you get unsightly black bile stains out of velvet blazers?

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping a celebration for our 500th blog into the ol’ VCR.

I’ve been so busy recently that I just realized we hit our 500th blog post a few days ago. 

And, wow.

I originally had another piece scheduled for today, but I couldn’t let this milestone pass without saying thank you. 

Truly. 

We couldn’t have made it here without all of you, and that’s just the truth. 

You’ve supported us covering everything from Monster High to The Substance and the General Mills Monsters to the Jersey Devil. 

You all are helping me live out all my pop culture writing dreams, and I’m so happy that y’all enjoy all the weird little pieces we cook up over here. 

As always, I also want to thank Elliott for agreeing to come along on this journey with me, without so much as batting an eye. 

It’s a team effort around these parts, and I couldn’t do it without her help and support. 

Additionally, I want to share that our 500th blog was the Mikaeli Hitting Metal piece, and I can’t think of a better blog for this milestone. 

Thank you so, so much, Movie Mavens. 

Your support doesn’t go unnoticed, and it’s one of the biggest reasons we keep going. 

Here’s to 500 pieces on the B Movies Blog and to the next 500. 🖤

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping 20 of my favorite scenes in horror history into the ol’ VCR.

In 2020, I contributed to a friend’s YouTube video about the best scenes/jump scares in horror history (I tried to find the video but couldn’t). 

I had forgotten about it until recently, but I thought it would be fun to revisit this topic…but with a twist. 

That’s why I’ve carefully selected 20 of my favorite scenes in horror history to share with you today. 

I’m not necessarily saying that all of these are the best scenes in horror history, but to me, they’re iconic. 

Plus, there should be a little something for everyone, as these range from gruesome to serving c*nt. 

Speaking of which, some of these scenes ARE gruesome, so proceed with caution. 

Without further ado, here are 20 of my favorite scenes in horror history: 

Scream (1996) – Cold Open 

Video source: JoBlo Movie Clips

Jason X – The VR Scene 

Video source: Ghostfacekevon

Messiah of Evil – Theater Scene

Video source: tiredtangerine

The Exorcist III – Jump Scare Scene 

Video source: Sergio V.

Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) – Alleyway Scene 

Video source: Iamthe80sguy2

Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 – “Garbage Day!” Scene 

Video source: ScreamFactoryTV

Blood Rage – “It’s Not Cranberry Sauce!” Scene 

Video source: VideoClubRandom

Psycho (1960) – Shower Scene 

Video source: Movieclips

The Craft – “You Don’t Even Exist To Me!” Scene 

Video source: NOW SCARING

Carrie (1976) – Prom Scene 

Video source: Darkscott1

Hereditary – Dinner Monologue 

Video source: Yadhu Krishna.v.s

Jennifer’s Body – “I’m Not Killing People” Scene 

Video source: Eclipses915

Alien – The Chestbuster Scene 

Video source: Movieclips

Bride of Frankenstein – Scream Scene 

Video source: Movieclips

An American Werewolf in London – Transformation Scene 

Video source: Universal Pictures

The Shining – The Grady Twins Scene 

Video source: Movieclips

Dead Alive (or Braindead) – Lawn Mower Scene 

Video source: Liam

Final Destination 2 – The Log Truck Scene 

Video source: Movieclips

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre – Ending Scene

Video source: HorrorFan524

Rosemary’s Baby – “What Have You Done To Its Eyes?” Scene

Video source: hahahaha

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping movies to enjoy for Shudder’s Halfway to Halloween into the ol’ VCR.

Well friends, I don’t know about you, but I don’t think spooky season can come soon enough. 

That’s why I’m so excited for Shudder’s Halfway to Halloween celebration. 

In honor of us inching closer to my favorite holiday, I wanted to round up 10 movies that I think bridge the gap between spooky season and the rest of the year. 

I also tried to pick movies that don’t use Halloween for a setting, or, at the very least, could stand on their own if Halloween was removed from the plot. 

Additionally, all of these movies are currently streaming on Shudder, but some of them can be found on other streamers as well. 

Finally, I want to give a quick CW/TW about The Coffee Table. 

The premise of this movie revolves around the death of an infant, and why we don’t see it, we do hear it. 

There’s also SI and mentions/depictions of su*c*d*. 

While I do recommend this movie, the subject matter is extremely heavy, so please Google this movie before watching or let a trusted person watch it first. 

Alrighty, that should do us for introductions and disclaimers. 

Without further ado, here are 10 movies to tide you over until October: 

• Demons
• V/H/S/94 
• Pyewacket
• Psycho Goreman
• Messiah of Evil 
• The Coffee Table
• In A Violent Nature 
• The Autopsy of Jane Doe 
• Late Night With The Devil 
• Prom Night 2: Hello Mary Lou

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping the story of the Jackalope into the ol’ VCR.

As someone who has lived in Texas my entire life, tales of the Jackalope have been shared with me since birth. 

For those who don’t know, a Jackalope is a combination of a jackrabbit and an antelope and derives its name from its appearance (it looks like a rabbit with antlers). 

Although I’ve heard tales of this mythical creature and seen countless depictions across souvenir shops, I’ve never taken the time to dive into its origin. 

Welcome back to Curated Cryptids, where I get to geek out on all of the creatures of legend. 

So, without further ado, let’s talk about the one and only Jackalope. 

According to my research, the legend of the Jackalope stems back to the tales of the Huichol (or Wixárika), an Indigenous people of Mexico, who told stories of a horned rabbit. 

There have also been sketches discovered from the 13th century that show a horned rabbit, but instead of antelope antlers, give the creature a unicorn-esque horn instead. 

Then, in 1932, a man by the name of Douglas Herrick, a taxidermist from Wyoming, had the idea to create a mounted head of the creature.

And that’s where the popularity of the Jackalope skyrocketed. 

Herrick’s hometown began issuing Jackalope hunting licenses, erected an eight-foot-tall statue of the creature, and even hosts a yearly festival in its honor. 

This newfound popularity has also led to some lore around the Jackalope that I couldn’t make up if I tried.

Some claim that the Jackalope is essentially the rabbit from Monty Python and the Holy Grail and warn hunters to wear padding/body armor to avoid injuries. 

Others warn that Jackalopes are similar to mimics and can imitate human voices to lure in hunters. 

While many regard these as tall tales (says the girl insinuating the Jackalope itself is real 🤦‍♀️), one thing is true: the Jackalope has woven itself into the culture of the South and Midwest United States and Mexico. 

(And that’s not even considering the other accounts from South American countries like Peru and European countries like Germany) 

So friends, what do you think?

Is the Jackalope a creature plucked from legends across the globe, or is it a rare species that looks harmless but lures hunters to a gristly end?

Either way, I would very much like to pet it.

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 2 into the ol’ VCR.

CW/TW: DV, mentions/depictions of cancer, and all like topics 

If you missed our piece last week about the first part of Lost Records, here’s a quick primer: 

Friends Nora, Swann, Kat, and Autumn bond during the summer of 1995 over their love of music and “outcast” status. 

However, 27 years later, the girls struggle to recall parts of that summer and meet up for the first time since they split up to open a mysterious package. 

As we switch between the past and present, we discover that there’s more to the story than the girls could’ve ever imagined. 

I also want to take a second because I forgot to put a CW/TW warning on the previous piece for DV and mentions/depictions of cancer. I plan to go back and add those warnings in, but I want to make sure you know these themes are prominent throughout the game. 

Moving on. 

I think Tape 2 gives us an extremely satisfying conclusion to the Rage & Bloom story while leaving the door open for another installment or spin-off. 

Part The Craft, part Color Out of Space, and part The Halloween Tree, Tape 2 strikes a perfect balance between supernatural and reality. 

Something I also love about both installments is that the story could still work without the supernatural element; if the story were just about these girls having the summer of their lives, I would still be enthralled. 

Do the paranormal elements add another level? Absolutely, but the plot isn’t dependent on it. 

I also love how it tells a queer love story without making it exploitative and while making it feel natural. 

Additionally, it’s incredible how little pieces from the ARG made their way into the game itself, giving those who cracked the puzzles a reward for all their hard work. 

I know I said this in our other piece, but I honestly need for this to be a series because I think it could do really, really well. 

It’s a big time commitment, but I highly recommend watching playthroughs of both tapes because it’s more like watching a movie than game play, I promise. 

I watched both parts on the Night Mind Live channel and enjoyed his commentary, but there are also other options across YouTube if you prefer a different experience. 

Bloom & Rage forever. 🖤

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping the story of the Jersey Devil into the ol’ VCR.

Yes friends, we’re back with another edition of Curated Cryptids—the series where I get to talk about the creatures who pique my interests. 

And I have a WILD one for you today. 

That’s right, we’re talking about the Jersey Devil, aka the Leeds Devil. 

This guy is said to look like an amalgamation of animals, but the best way I can describe him is a small camel with bat wings. 

He’s rumored to fly through the skies of Leeds Point, New Jersey, shrieking like a banshee. 

But let’s back up. 

What’s the deal with the Jersey Devil?

According to the legend, it’s…complicated. 

Until the 20th century, the Jersey Devil was known as the Leeds Devil. 

According to the lore, the Leeds Devil was the thirteenth child born to “Mother Leeds” and was either a) the son of the Devil, b) transformed into a devil by his mother’s proclamation, or c) was an unwanted child who was wished into a devil. 

This creature’s story seems to stem from a real family called the Leeds Family, whose patriarch, Daniel, was fascinated by the occult (cool) but staunchly supported the monarch (not cool). 

The Leeds Family garnered quite a reputation amongst the townsfolk between their beliefs and family crest, which included a creature bearing a striking resemblance to the Leeds Devil. 

Now, this is where it gets a little tricky. 

Some research claims that sightings of the Leeds Devil started as early as the late 1700s, but other sources claim that the Leeds Devil didn’t become ingrained in urban legends until the mid-1800s. 

Either way, towards the end of the 19th century, the Leeds Devil had started making his mark on New Jersey lore and going by a new moniker: the Jersey Devil. 

Early reports of the Jersey Devil include the mysterious death of livestock, a car attack (not attacking people IN a car but attacking the car ITSELF), and various sightings of an unknown creature roaming the countryside. 

Over the years, rewards have been offered to capture the creature, and people have even claimed to have its corpse. 

Yes, I’m serious. 

While no sightings or encounters have been verified, the Jersey Devil has still garnered quite the reputation and has been immortalized in pop culture in shows like What We Do In The Shadows, Gravity Falls, and The X-Files. 

So, friends, what do we think?

Is the Jersey Devil the cursed child of Mother Leeds, doomed to wreak havoc across New Jersey, or just a case of mass hysteria?

Either way, the animal lover in me thinks I could teach him to trust people.