John Carpenter's Suburban Screams — Official Trailer

source:   youtube.com

added: Fri, Sep 15th '23

Horror legend John Carpenter is putting his stamp on a new horror documentary series that recounts six chilling real-life stories of terror, enhanced by cinematic reenactments. Think of it as akin to a modern-day "Unsolved Mysteries," but infused with the essence of John Carpenter.

John Carpenter's "Suburban Screams" is an "unscripted" horror anthology series exclusively available on the streaming service Peacock. The series, a fusion of horror and true crime genres, delves into six terrifying real-life stories set in seemingly idyllic American hometowns. These accounts are recounted by those who experienced the horror firsthand. Each episode explores the monstrous evil that lurks beneath the facade of friendly suburbia, offering viewers a captivating blend of personal narratives, cinematic reenactments, archival footage, and historical town press coverage.

With John Carpenter's involvement, "Suburban Screams" promises to be a spine-tingling exploration into the dark side of American suburbia. The series is set to premiere on Friday, October 13th, on Peacock. Watch the official trailer above.

synopsis:
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.

 

directed by   John Carpenter, Jordan Roberts, Michelle Latimer, Jan Pavlacky (various episodes)

release date   October 13, 2023 (on Peacock)