BLUMHOUSE AND ATOMIC MONSTER UNVEIL MAJOR HORROR PROJECTS AS SAW, THE EXORCIST AND PARANORMAL ACTIVITY PREPARE FOR NEW CHAPTERS
Hollywood’s horror industry is preparing for another wave of major releases as Blumhouse and Atomic Monster revealed new projects and franchise developments during New York Comic Con 2026. Led by producers Jason Blum and James Wan, the presentation highlighted upcoming films connected to Saw, Paranormal Activity, and The Exorcist, while introducing new projects designed to expand the studios’ influence across theatrical entertainment and digital horror storytelling.
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During the annual BlumFest presentation, executives shared updates on several anticipated productions, including Mike Flanagan’s The Exorcist: Martyrs, starring Scarlett Johansson and Chiwetel Ejiofor. The film is scheduled for March 12, 2027. Additional announcements included new developments involving the Saw and Paranormal Activity franchises, along with Molepeople, featuring LaKeith Stanfield, and an adaptation of the horror comic Something Is Killing the Children. The companies also highlighted projects involving creators who first built audiences through digital platforms.
The announcements reflect a broader strategy to strengthen established horror franchises while investing in original concepts and emerging creative talent. Blumhouse and Atomic Monster have become major forces in modern horror through commercially successful productions and recognizable intellectual properties. Their latest presentation signals continued investment in both traditional theatrical releases and new storytelling opportunities, as studios compete for audiences seeking distinctive horror experiences.
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