Blumhouse Atomic Monster unveils film slate at New York Comic-Con
At a 90-minute New York Comic-Con panel on Friday, Jason Blum and James Wan previewed Blumhouse Atomic Monster's upcoming films, including a "Something Is Killing the Children" adaptation directed by Craig Zobel and Kristen Bell's casting in "Violent Night 2".
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The story, neutrally told
Left · 1Jason Blum and James Wan presented Blumhouse Atomic Monster's upcoming slate during a 90-minute panel at New York Comic-Con on Friday night. VarietyLC “unveiling Blumhouse Atomic Monster’s upcoming slate of films during the 90-minute presentation at New York Comic-Con.” Read at Variety ↗ Left · 1Variety said the company will launch, within the next year, a new "Exorcist" installment starring Scarlett Johansson, "Violent Night 2" with Kristen Bell, new collaborations with MatPat and a revamped "Blair Witch Project". VarietyLC “a new installment of the “Exorcist” franchise starring Scarlett Johansson, “Violent Night 2” with Kristen Bell, new collaborations with MatPat and a revamped “Blair Witch Project.”” Read at Variety ↗ Centre · 1Director Craig Zobel, known for the DC series "The Penguin", was confirmed to direct a film adaptation of the comic "Something Is Killing the Children", which Screen Rant said begins production next year, with filming to start "as soon as the snow melts" at a location still being determined. Screen RantN “it was confirmed that Craig Zobel, known for his acclaimed work on the DC series The Penguin, will direct the comic book adaptation”“Filming will start "as soon as the snow melts in our Archer's Peak," with the location still being determined.” Read at Screen Rant ↗
Mixed · 2Variety reported that Blumhouse is developing the property as both a live-action film and an adult animated series, with comic writer James Tynion IV spearheading the series; Screen Rant said the group also confirmed that Octo will appear in the film. VarietyLC “Blumhouse is developing the franchise both as a live-action film and an adult animated television series, with Tynion IV spearheading the latter.” Read at Variety ↗ Screen RantN “the group also confirmed that Octo will appear in the film.” Read at Screen Rant ↗ Left · 1Kristen Bell will join David Harbour in "Violent Night 2" as Mrs. Clause; Bell said she did not know a sequel was being made when Harbour called her. VarietyLC “The actress is joining David Harbour in “Violent Night 2,” stepping into the jolly-but-deadly shoes of Mrs. Clause.” Read at Variety ↗ Left · 1A modern "Paranormal Activity" is set for theaters on May 21 and is in production under director Ian Tuason, announced alongside the extension of its Broadway play into February. VarietyLC “is getting a modern makeover and is set to release in theaters May 21, coming alongside the news of the Broadway play’s extension into February.” Read at Variety ↗
Left · 1Wan said he is "super excited" about Dylan Clark, a filmmaker who came up making online shorts, directing the "Blair Witch" revival. VarietyLC “For “Blair Witch,” Wan said he’s “super excited” about director Dylan Clark.” Read at Variety ↗ Left · 1Blumhouse's horror game "Grave Seasons" will launch March 9. VarietyLC “The production company’s horror game, “Grave Seasons” is officially launching March 9” Read at Variety ↗ Left · 1Variety also reported that Blum, asked about negative reviews of the hit "Other Mommy", said Wan wanted to call it "Other Mother" but was outvoted. VarietyLC ““Well, funnily enough, my partner James Wan wanted to call it ‘Other Mother,’ and he got outvoted,” Blum revealed during the panel.” Read at Variety ↗
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Left2 outlets
- Framing
- Variety gives a broad panel roundup, opening with the poor reviews but big box office for "Other Mommy" before the slate.
- Emphasis
- Blum's title anecdote, Bell's casting, Paranormal Activity, Blair Witch, games and tie-ins.
- Leaves out or plays down
- Does not mention Octo or the film's production timing.
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“aren’t paying much attention to the bad reviews (but massive box office success!) for “Other Mommy.”” — Variety
Centre2 outlets
- Framing
- Screen Rant focuses on a single announcement: the "Something Is Killing the Children" adaptation and its director.
- Emphasis
- Zobel's DC credit, production timing, Octo, the comic's premise.
- Leaves out or plays down
- Leaves out the rest of the slate and the "Other Mommy" reception.
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“Blumhouse is officially moving forward with their film adaptation of a bestselling horror series” — Screen Rant
Right0 outlets
No right outlet in our sources has covered this story yet.
What every side reports
- Blumhouse presented at New York Comic-Con.
- Craig Zobel will direct the "Something Is Killing the Children" adaptation, based on James Tynion IV and Werther Dell'Edera's comic.
Left2 articles
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Celebratory Upbeat panel recap with a light anecdote about the controversial "Other Mommy" title.
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Centre2 articles
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Blumhouse's New Adaptation Of Bestselling Horror Series Confirmed With Acclaimed DC Director
Celebratory Short news item presenting the adaptation as a major step forward, with more to come.
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Right0 articles
No coverage yet.
- 10 Oct 00:42 First VarietyLC Jason Blum on How ‘Other Mommy’ Got That Controversial Title, Kristen Bell Joins ‘Violent Night 2’ and More From Blumhouse at NYCC
- 10 Oct 00:55 +13m Screen RantN Blumhouse's New Adaptation Of Bestselling Horror Series Confirmed With Acclaimed DC Director
- 10 Oct 02:05 +1h 23m DeadlineN Craig Zobel & Blumhouse Teaming On ‘Something Is Killing The Children’
- 10 Oct 02:14 +1h 32m The Hollywood ReporterLC BlumFest Haunts New York Comic Con 2026: All the Highlights From Blumhouse Atomic Monster
Times are when each article was published, or when we first saw it if the outlet gave no time.