AMC and AMC+ have announced that award-winning artist, musician, and horror enthusiast Janelle Monáe—known for roles in Glass Onion, Antebellum, and Homecoming—will be the official host of “FearFest,” the network’s annual horror and genre programming event. Featuring over 700 hours of iconic horror film franchises, new series, specials, and more, “FearFest” is now available across linear and streaming platforms.
Monáe will appear throughout the month-long event in the official “FearFest” trailer and social campaign, sharing her love for the genre, discussing her favorite thrillers, and showcasing her knowledge of horror scores and musical talent. She has also curated a special collection of her favorite horror films for AMC+, titled “Janelle Monáe’s ‘FearFest’ Faves,” which includes classics like An American Werewolf in London, Candyman (1992), The Fly, Killer Klowns From Outer Space, Puppet Master, Carrie, and Jeepers Creepers.
Expressing her excitement, Monáe said, “My passion for spooky season is entrenched in who I am. As a child, my cousins and I would watch our favorite horror films and my nose would bleed while I smiled. There’s something truly thrilling about sharing the chills that send shivers down my spine. That’s why I’m so excited to partner with AMC’s ‘FearFest’ this year and let you all dive into my world of heart-pounding frights.”
Kim Granito, Chief Marketing Officer for AMC Networks, added, “Janelle Monáe is an icon whose fearless creativity and love of the horror genre makes her a dream host for this year’s ‘FearFest.’ AMC’s massive horror audience is going to love having Janelle’s signature style and artistic fingerprints across all touchpoints of this mega-programming event.”
“FearFest” programming highlights include fan favorites such as Halloween and A Nightmare on Elm Street, celebrating its 40th anniversary this fall, as well as offerings from Stephen King’s library. New content includes a season of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol, the series Horror’s Greatest and The Midwich Cuckoos: Village of the Damned, and holiday specials like The Last Drive-In with: FearFest: Friday the 13th. The event also features themed marathons like “Fear the 80s” on October 13, “Slasher Sunday” on October 20, and “Creature Features” on October 26.
Original programming highlights for “FearFest” on AMC and AMC+ include:
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol
New Season Premieres Sunday, September 29 on AMC and AMC+ (9:00pm ET/PT on AMC)
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon – The Book of Carol picks up where season one left off, following fan-favorite characters Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus) and Carol Peletier (Melissa McBride). They both confront old demons while she fights to find her friend and he struggles with his decision to stay in France. Additionally, Genet (Anne Charrier)’s movement builds momentum, setting Pouvoir on a violent collision course with the Union of Hope in the fight for France’s future.
The Last Drive-In: FearFest: Friday the 13th
New Special Premieres Wednesday, October 9 at 8:00pm ET (Part 1) and 10:40p ET (Part 2) on AMC
The legend of Jason Vorhees lives on in this special AMC “FearFest” edition of The Last Drive-In. Joe Bob and Darcy celebrate the most prolific slasher of them all with a demented double-feature of the original Friday the 13th followed by Friday the 13th Part 2 – including an interview with the original final girl, Adrienne King.
The Midwich Cuckoos: Village of the Damned
New Series Premieres Thursday, October 17 on AMC+
One summer evening, every person inside the small English village of Midwich suddenly and inexplicably falls unconscious. As they recover from the devastating effects of the blackout, a horrifying discovery is made. Something deeply disturbing and supernatural has taken root – and the idyllic town will never be the same again. From the Emmy®-nominated creator of The Night Manager, Keeley Hawes (Orphan Black: Echoes, Bodyguard) stars in this “brilliantly compelling mystery” (Daily Mirror) based on the iconic John Wyndham novel that inspired John Carpenter’s chilling film adaptation.
Joe Bob’s Beezlebub Bash
LIVE Special Premieres Friday, October 25 on Shudder TV and AMC+ TV; Available On Demand Beginning Sunday, October 27
This Halloween, Joe Bob and Darcy are raising hell on Joe Bob’s Beelzebub Bash, hosting a double-feature so devilish that they’ll need two special guests to handle the necessary pitchforks.
Horror’s Greatest (Shudder Original Series)
Episodes to Air Weekly on Thursdays From October 3 Through October 24 on AMC; Season Binge Currently Available on AMC+
Celebrating the very best the genre has to offer, Horror’s Greatest is 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.
