Phil Roberts 
Feast your eyes on the wickedly good sack of Christmas presents coming to the Premium Horror Streamer SHUDDER this December.
As Halloween slips into memory and the winter chill sets in, Shudder has put together a thrilling lineup of spine-tingling content to keep horror fans entertained throughout December. As we look forward to the festive season, the horror streaming service is going all out to offer an outstanding selection of scary movies and shows, providing a perfect counterbalance to the typical light-hearted holiday fare. So settle in with a mince pie, heat up your cocoa, and prepare to embrace the chilling side of the season!
Get ready for an exciting month ahead! We have a fantastic lineup of new Original Series and a brand-new original movie to enjoy. Plus, there are some thrilling horror films joining us, including the classic “Carnage For Christmas” and the intriguing “The White Reindeer.” December is looking like it’s going to be one of the best yet, making it perfect for cozy nights in during the festive season!
NEW RELEASES
With Halloween behind us, the spooky fun continues! This December, five exciting new titles are making their debut on the streamer, and you won’t want to miss them. Kicking things off is the highly anticipated original movie, The Haunted Season: To Fire You Come At Last. Set in 17th-century England, this film takes us down a chilling path as night falls over a quaint rural church. If you’re a fan of original horror series, there’s plenty to enjoy, too! Check out the new offerings like Horror’s Greatest and Just Joe Bob. Plus, we can’t forget the season finales of The Creep Tapes and The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula, which are sure to wrap up the festive season with a bang. Get ready for some thrilling entertainment!
NEW ADDITIONS
And that’s not all – the streamer is adding even more spine-tingling favorites to its impressive horror collection! The archive grows with incredible horror gems every month, and this December will be a delight. If you love festive vampire movies, you’re really in for a treat! But hey, don’t just take my word for it. Get ready to settle in and grab those cushions for some extra excitement!
The Creep Tapes – Shudder Original Series – Season Finale Premieres Exclusively on Shudder and AMC+ Friday 13 December
From writers and executive producers Mark Duplass and Patrick Brice, The Creep Tapes continues to unravel the mind of a secluded serial killer who lures videographers into his world with the promise of a paid job documenting his life. Unfortunately, as the tape rolls, the killer’s questionable intentions surface with his increasingly odd behavior and the victims will learn they may have made a deadly mistake.
Just Joe Bob – Shudder Original Series – Binge Premieres Exclusively on Shudder and AMC+ Friday 13 December
All the rants, raves and reviews you can handle… without the movies. Gather ‘round with Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy for segments and commentary from Seasons 4 and 5 of The Last Drive-In, along with specials: Goultide Get-Together, Creepy Christmas, Haunted Halloween Hangout, Heartbreak Trailer Park, Helloween, Very Violent Valentine, Vicious Vegas Valentine and A Tribute to Roger Corman.
Horror’s Greatest – Shudder Original Series – Series 2 Premieres Exclusively on Shudder and AMC+ Tuesday 31 December
A deep dive into everything we love about horror — from fresh looks at classics to unearthing scores of hidden gems, this series has something for every fright film enthusiast. A gallery of ghoulish pros, including actors, directors, writers, composers, and special effects artists, draw on their unique knowledge to answer the big questions: What are the must-see films in horror’s many sub-genres? What’s the appeal of horror tropes, and how do today’s filmmakers subvert our expectations? What shape does horror take in countries outside of the United States? The answers encompass the breath of the nightmares we watch for our entertainment.
Haunted Season: To Fire You Come At Last – Film Premieres on Shudder and AMC+ Sunday 1 December
In rural 17th century England, a group of men gathers to carry a coffin to the graveyard for burial. Much ancient folklore and superstition surround the pathway to the church, and several members of the party are afraid to walk it after dark. The grieving father promises to double their wages if they make the frightening journey.
The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula – Shudder Original Series – Season Finale Premieres Exclusively on Shudder and AMC+ Tuesday 3 December
Who will be the winner of the coveted Dragula crown and take home the $100,000 grand prize? Dubbed “Season 666,” the next chapter of Emmy-nominated The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula is the most ambitious and terrifying yet, with world-renowned actors and directors joining the judges’ panel, raising the stakes to hellish new heights. Every episode promises spine-chilling, extreme physical feats that will push the cast of drag superstars to confront their darkest fears.
NEW ADDITIONS TO SHUDDER’S FILM LIBRARY
COMING ON DECEMBER 1st
Primeval
A news team is sent to Burundi to capture and bring home a legendary 25-foot crocodile. Their difficult task turns potentially deadly when a warlord targets them for death.
COMING ON DECEMBER 2nd
Lizzie
A psychological thriller based on the infamous 1892 murders of Lizzie Andrew Borden’s family.
The White Reindeer
A newlywed woman goes to the local shaman to get some help with her love life, but instead she gets turned into a white reindeer vampire.
COMING ON DECEMBER 9th
Medusa
In order to resist temptation, Mariana and her girlfriends try their best to control everything and everyone around them. However, the day will come when the urge to scream will be stronger than it ever has been.
Blood Oranges
A swinging married couple pursues erotic pleasures with a dangerous husband and wife while vacationing in Italy.
Midnight
A serial killer ruthlessly hunts down a deaf woman through the streets of South Korea after she witnesses his brutal crime.
COMING ON DECEMBER 15TH
T-Blockers
Ancient parasites rise from a small town, taking the most fearful and susceptible hosts. A young filmmaker finds herself as the only one who can sense the possessed resistance before the horror escapes and spreads.
Satranic Panic
Jay and Aria are at a low point. Max, Jay’s boyfriend and Aria’s brother, was brutally murdered by a cult. The hate crime was not taken seriously. Now the duo must travel through rural Australia to kill the demons behind it and avenge Max.
Carnage For Christmas
Lola, a true-crime podcaster, returns home for Christmas only to face a vengeful ghost reenacting the murders of a historic killer. With her community at risk, she must confront the town’s buried secrets to stop the slaughter.
Bad Girl Boogey
Halloween blood is shed by the wearer of parasitic mask cursed with black magic and bigotry. After Angel’s friend is killed by a person wearing the mask, Angel must fight fear and find the killer before he slaughters everyone.
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Check out this excellent list of horror titles to explore! This streaming platform is perfect for top-notch horror entertainment, and we’re excited to dive into this collection of thrilling horror movies. Be sure to check back regularly because we’ll post reviews often and share our thoughts on the latest releases!
We’d love to hear your recommendations if you’re in the mood for a spooky horror movie to enjoy this Christmas. Share in the comments what has piqued your interest! Happy watching!
Meet Phil Roberts! He’s the dedicated owner, daily content manager, and editor-in-chief of The Future of the Force. Phil is a budding novelist who turned his passion toward writing about the franchises he loves back in 2016. He’s a huge fan of all things Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Phil is a BFI-accredited journalist and a distinguished member of the Film Critics Association UK.
If he’s not catching a movie at the cinema, you can bet he’s streaming something just as awesome!
