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Horror Genre Debates Future at Fantastic Fest

Updated 2026-09-28 21:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

The future of the horror genre was debated at this year's Fantastic Fest in Austin, with discussions centered on risk-taking and innovation following a successful year for the genre.

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After a Booming Year, Horror Insiders Debate the Genre’s Future at Fantastic Fest: ‘You Can Take Big Swings and You’re Mitigating Your Risk’

2026 was filled with visionary horror films that rocked the box office, like “Obsession” and “Backrooms.” But what does the future of the genre look like? At this year’s Fantastic Fest in Austin, I moderated a panel about fear, fandom and the future of the horror genre, which touched on severa

2026-09-28 21:12 UTC