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Top 10 Horror Films Set in Space

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With the term ‘Science Fiction’ becoming broader by the day, we thought it would be a good idea to sit down and take a look at some of the best horror films that are actually set within the endless void of outer space.

Who knows?

With the ambitious mind of Elon Musk and the work of ‘Space X’, some of these plots might not be so far-fetched. The isolation of the great unknown is something that has haunted horror fanatics for years, and makes for a perfect backdrop to many science fiction thrillers.

10. Moon (2009)

Sam Rockwell in ‘Moon’

Moon is a psychological thrill ride that centers on astronaut Sam Bell, played remarkably by Sam Rockwell, who is coming towards the end of his three-year tenure working on the moon. Along with his computer sidekick GERTY, voiced by Kevin Spacey, Sam sends parcels back to Earth of a resource that has helped end the planet’s power issues.

I’m a little bit biased towards this film because I think Sam Rockwell is an unbelievably talented and underrated actor. The atmosphere of the ship reminded me of something out of 2001: A Space Odyssey, paired brilliantly with the monotone voice of Kevin Spacey as the closest thing to a friend that Sam has.

The only reason this film is not higher up on the list, is due to the fact that it falls more in the realm of a thriller, and not so much horror. Moon is definitely worth giving a watch, and is streaming on Netflix.

9. Apollo 18 (2011)

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Decades-old found footage from NASA’s archives reveal just what happened to the abandoned Apollo 18 mission. After two American astronauts were sent on a secret expedition, strange events begin to unfold, showing us the reason why the U.S. has never returned to the moon.

In a time when many moviegoers seemed to be growing tired of the found footage style, myself included, Apollo 18 put a unique spin on it by setting the homemade video genre on the moon. Getting to see similar camera tricks and techniques like that of Paranormal Activity, but in space, resulted in a fun and often times anxious feeling throughout the film.

8. Jason X (2001)

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Does this film even need to be explained? It’s Jason… in space!

Since the Earth is no longer inhabitable, groups of colonists have taken to the stars, where the cryogenically frozen body of the infamous killer has just been defrosted. No more lurking within the woods of Camp Crystal Lake to kill unsuspecting, fornicating counselors!

Many fans hated this entry to the franchise, but if you go into it expecting exactly what the synopsis describes, you’ll see that it’s actually a rather entertaining flick with some pretty gnarly kills (and Uber-Jason)! I get why some fans might not care for it, but why would you have high expectations for a film about Jason Voorhees on a spaceship?

7. Predators (2010)

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Technically this is set on a planet (a hunting ground for the Predators), and not necessarily in outer space, but it becomes evident rather quickly that the planet is definitely NOT Earth. A group of strangers with unique talents find themselves in a fight for survival against three Predators.

With big names like Adrien Brody, Topher Grace, and Walton Goggins, Predators has serious acting talent to spare. Sure there are the occasional cheesy one-liners and over-the-top action sequences, but would it really be a Predator film without them?

Compared to the AVP movies, Predators is actually a breath of fresh air with unique landscapes and solid effects. Make sure you check out Predators before The Predator hits theaters this month so you can compare the two!

6. Ghosts of Mars (2001)

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‘200 years in the future, a Martian police unit is dispatched to transport a dangerous prisoner from a mining outpost back to justice. But when the team arrives, they find the town deserted and some of the inhabitants possessed by the former inhabitants of the planet.’

This is one of those films whose box office numbers don’t accurately represent the final overall product. Ghosts of Mars is an action packed bloodbath directed by one of my all time favorite filmmakers, John Carpenter. If you are a fan of his off-the-wall cult hits like the Escape movies, Big Trouble in Little China, or They Live, then you will certainly have an appreciation for this supernatural, sci-fi thrill ride through Mars.

With the soundtrack created by Anthrax and of course John Carpenter himself, Ghosts of Mars is an absolute blast of a movie (despite the disappointment Ice Cube expressed towards it).

Check out our Top 5 horror films set in space on the next page!

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’47 Meters Down’ Getting Third Movie Called ‘The Wreck’

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Deadline is reporting that a new 47 Meters Down installment is heading into production, making the shark series a trilogy. 

“Series creator Johannes Roberts, and screenwriter Ernest Riera, who wrote the first two films, have co-written the third installment: 47 Meters Down: The Wreck.” Patrick Lussier (My Bloody Valentine) will direct.

The first two films were a moderate success, released in 2017 and 2019 respectively. The second film is titled 47 Meters Down: Uncaged

47 Meters Down

The plot for The Wreck is detailed by Deadline. They write that it involves a father and daughter trying to repair their relationship by spending time together scuba diving into a sunken ship, “But soon after their descent, their master diver has an accident leaving them alone and unprotected inside the labyrinth of the wreck. As tensions rise and oxygen dwindles, the pair must use their newfound bond to escape the wreck and the relentless barrage of bloodthirsty great white sharks.”

The filmmakers are hoping to present the pitch to the Cannes market with production starting in the fall. 

47 Meters Down: The Wreck is the perfect continuation of our shark-filled franchise,” said Byron Allen, founder/chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group. “This film will once again have moviegoers terrified and on the edge of their seats.”

Johannes Roberts adds, “We can’t wait for audiences to be trapped underwater with us again. 47 Meters Down: The Wreck is going to be the biggest, most-intense film of this franchise.”

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‘Wednesday’ Season Two Drops New Teaser Video That Reveals Full Cast

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Netflix announced this morning that Wednesday season 2 is finally entering production. Fans have been waiting a long time for more of the creepy icon. Season one of Wednesday premiered in November of 2022.

In our new world of streaming entertainment, it isn’t uncommon for shows to take years to release a new season. If they release another one at all. Even though we will likely have to wait quite a while to see the show, any news is good news.

Wednesday Cast

The new season of Wednesday looks to have an amazing cast. Jenna Ortega (Scream) will be reprising her iconic role as Wednesday. She will be joined by Billie Piper (Scoop), Steve Buscemi (Boardwalk Empire), Evie Templeton (Return to Silent Hill), Owen Painter (The Handmaid’s Tale), and Noah Taylor (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory).

We will also get to see some of the amazing cast from season one making a return. Wednesday season 2 will feature Catherine-Zeta Jones (Side Effects), Luis Guzman (Genie), Issac Ordonez (A Wrinkle in Time), and Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo (Devs).

If all of that star power wasn’t enough, the legendary Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) will be directing the series. As a cheeky nod from Netflix, this season of Wednesday will be titled Here We Woe Again.

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Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams

We don’t know much about much about what Wednesday season two will entail. However, Ortega has stated that this season will be more horror focused. “We’re definitely leaning into a little bit more horror. It’s really, really exciting because, all throughout the show, while Wednesday does need a little bit of an arc, she never really changes and that’s the wonderful thing about her.”

That’s all the information that we have. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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A24 Reportedly “Pulls Plug” On Peacock’s ‘Crystal Lake’ Series

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Film studio A24 might not be going forward with its planned Peacock Friday the 13th spinoff called Crystal Lake according to Fridaythe13thfranchise.com. The website quotes entertainment blogger Jeff Sneider who made a statement on his webpage through a subscription paywall. 

“I’m hearing that A24 has pulled the plug on Crystal Lake, its planned Peacock series based on the Friday the 13th franchise featuring masked killer Jason Voorhees. Bryan Fuller was due to executive produce the horror series.

It’s unclear whether this is a permanent decision or a temporary one, as A24 had no comment. Perhaps Peacock will help the trades shed more light on this project, which was announced back in 2022.”

Back in January 2023, we reported that some big names were behind this streaming project including Bryan Fuller, Kevin Williamson, and Friday the 13th Part 2 final girl Adrienne King.

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“‘Crystal Lake info from Bryan Fuller! They officially start writing in 2 weeks (writers are here in the audience).” tweeted social media writer Eric Goldman who tweeted the info while attending a Friday the 13th 3D screening event in January 2023. “It will have two scores to choose from – a modern one and a classic Harry Manfredini one. Kevin Williamson is writing an episode. Adrienne King will have a recurring role. Yay! Fuller has pitched four seasons for Crystal Lake. Only one officially ordered so far though he notes Peacock would have to pay a pretty hefty penalty if they didn’t order a Season 2. Asked if he can confirm Pamela’s role in the Crystal Lake series, Fuller replied ‘We’re honestly going to be covering it all. The series is covering the life and times of these two characters’ (presumably he’s referring to Pamela and Jason there!)'”

Whether or not Peacock is moving forward with the project is unclear and since this news is secondhand information, it still has to be verified which will require Peacock and/or A24 to make an official statement which they have yet to do.

But keep checking back to iHorror for the latest updates to this developing story.

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