If you long for the nostalgia of wandering the aisles of a video store, picking out a stack of spine‑tingling titles for a weekend binge, The Boy From Below is about to bring that feeling back in a brand‑new way. Epic Pictures’ Dread label is gearing up to unleash this fresh horror offering, and the first trailer is now live. The movie lands on digital platforms in August, just in time for the Halloween season.
Plot Overview
It’s Halloween night, 1997, in the quiet town of Carpenter Falls. Quinn Curtis, a video‑store clerk, is prepping the shop for a night of horror marathons and local celebrations. However, the calm is shattered when a masked figure from the town’s shadowy past reemerges—the Boy From Below. This enigmatic killer models his murderous rampage after classic slasher scenarios, reenacting the very scenes that once filled the shelves of the video store. As the body count climbs, Quinn must rely on her deep reservoir of genre knowledge to outwit a relentless predator and survive until sunrise.
Cast and Crew
The film boasts a roster of familiar faces and rising talent:
- Dee Wallace – renowned for her roles in classic horror, she brings gravitas to the ensemble.
- Felissa Rose – a scream‑queen staple of 1980s slashers.
- Tommy Lee Wallace – actor‑director known for his contributions to the genre.
- Jack Norman, Spooky Madison, and Chaney Morrow – fresh voices that add dynamism to the cast.
Directed by Tory Jones, the screenplay was co‑written with Jerron Spencer and Cheyenne Gordon. Jason Goldberg produces the project under Epic Pictures’ Dread banner.
Director’s Vision
Tory Jones explained the personal inspiration behind The Boy From Below:
“This film is a love letter to the mid‑90s video‑store era that shaped my passion for film and storytelling. I devoured countless genre classics, especially slasher movies, so getting the chance to craft my own—while working with many of the legends I idolized—still feels surreal.”
Jones’s affection for that decade shines through every scene, blending homage with original terror.
Awards and Festival Circuit
Before its wide release, The Boy From Below has already garnered critical acclaim:
- Best Feature Film – Scarefest Weekend 2025
- Best Kill Scene – Scarefest Weekend 2025
The movie has also been selected for several prominent festivals in 2026:
- Days of the Dead Film Festival
- Crimson Screen Horror Film Fest
- New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival
These accolades underscore the film’s resonance within the horror community.
Release Details
The Boy From Below will be available on digital and VOD platforms on August 11. This timing positions the title perfectly for a pre‑Halloween viewing spree, letting fans immerse themselves in a slasher tribute that feels both nostalgic and fresh.
“This is exactly the kind of film Dread was created to champion,” said Patrick Ewald of Epic Pictures. “A killer with iconic imagery, a filmmaker who truly understands the genre, and the raw, crowd‑pleasing energy that horror audiences crave right now. We’re dropping it in August to ride straight into the Halloween season, and we couldn’t be more excited.”
A Night of Fright Reimagined
For those who miss the ritual of browsing the local video store for the perfect fright, The Boy From Below offers a modern twist on a beloved pastime. With a strong cast, a director’s heartfelt homage to 1990s slashers, and a slate of festival honors, this film is poised to become a standout entry in the horror lineup of 2026. Be sure to mark August 11 on your calendar and prepare for a night of classic slasher chills—reimagined for today’s streaming audience.
