In 1984, a film rocked audiences to their cores, was banned from cinematic screens, and left an indelible mark of terror on an entire generation. Now, hailing from the studio that delivered the chilling "Terrifier 3," emerges a fresh, unrated interpretation of the iconic horror cult classic, "Silent Night, Deadly Night." This festive season, prepare to share the holiday horror.
Cineverse has unveiled the harrowing and brutal first glimpse into this revitalized indie horror masterpiece. Straight from the thrilling atmosphere of San Diego Comic-Con, this teaser introduces us to a recast version of this vicious tale. Witness a child's life shattered as he sees his parents brutally murdered by a man donned in a Santa suit. Flash forward to adulthood, and the once-traumatized boy now dons the jolly red costume himself, embarking on a ruthless quest for vengeance against those who ruined his childhood.
Masterfully crafted and meticulously directed by Mike P. Nelson, the film showcases an exceptional ensemble cast comprising Rohan Campbell, Ruby Modine, Mark Acheson, David Lawrence Brown, and David Tomlinson. Scheduled for a December premiere, this hair-raising horror film vows to immerse viewers in an eerie ambiance akin to the captivating terror that gripped audiences in the "Terrifier" trilogy, promising a cinematic experience as mesmerizingly intense as it is indelibly etched in memory.
A reimagining of the controversial 1984 cult horror classic, directed by Charles E. Sellier Jr., "Silent Night, Deadly Night" revolves around Billy, whose life is forever altered when he witnesses his parents' brutal murder on Christmas Eve at the hands of a sinister Santa. This harrowing event fuels a lifelong mission to spread holiday fear, with Billy donning the festive red suit each Christmas to deliver a blood-soaked reign of terror in the name of twisted justice. This Christmas Eve, Billy demands to know, "Have you been naughty?"
Written and directed by American filmmaker Mike P. Nelson, a veteran sound mixer and director whose credits include "Summer School," "The Domestics," "Wrong Turn," and a segment in the VCR horror anthology "V/H/S/85," the film is produced by Erik Bernard, Scott Schneid, Jamie R. Thompson, Jeremy Torrie, and Dennis Whitehead. Cineverse will unleash this chilling update of "Silent Night, Deadly Night" in select theaters beginning December 12th, 2025.
First impressions? Does it look chilling enough to send shivers down your spine?
