V/H/S/Halloween Brings Found Footage Terror to the Spookiest Night of the Year
The V/H/S franchise is back once again, and this time it’s sinking its teeth into horror’s favorite holiday. The latest installment, V/H/S/Halloween, has unveiled its first teaser trailer, and it’s dripping with autumn chills, twisted fun, and plenty of blood.
The film will premiere next month at Fantastic Fest before haunting homes via Shudder on October 3, 2025 — just in time for the scariest season of the year.
A Trick-or-Treat Nightmare
V/H/S/Halloween builds on the anthology’s tradition of unearthing cursed videotapes, each containing a short, shocking tale. This entry revolves entirely around Halloween night, where innocent trick-or-treating collides with nightmare scenarios. The teaser hints at a chaotic blend of supernatural horror, slashers, grotesque body scares, and wicked humor — everything fans have come to expect from the series but with an unmistakable Halloween twist.
The official synopsis teases: “A collection of Halloween-themed videotapes unleashes a series of twisted, blood-soaked tales, turning trick-or-treat into a struggle for survival.”
The Segments and Directors
Like past entries, V/H/S/Halloween is a showcase for both established and rising filmmakers. This year’s lineup boasts an impressive roster, including cult creators and genre innovators.
- Diet Phantasma – Directed by Bryan M. Ferguson
- Fun Size – Directed by Casper Kelly (Too Many Cooks)
- Home Haunt – Directed by Micheline Pitt-Norman & R.H. Norman
- Kidprint – Directed by Alex Ross Perry (Her Smell)
- Ut Supra Sic Infra – Directed by Paco Plaza (REC)
- Coochie Coochie Coo – Directed by Anna Zlokovic (Appendage)
The blend of comedic absurdity, experimental visuals, and full-throttle horror makes this one of the most eclectic collections yet.
A Franchise with Staying Power
The V/H/S series began in 2012 and quickly became a cult favorite for fans of lo-fi, found footage scares. Over the past decade, it has grown into one of the most enduring anthology franchises in modern horror, each entry offering something unique while staying true to the grainy, VHS-inspired aesthetic.
The timeline so far:
- V/H/S (2012)
- V/H/S/2 (2013)
- V/H/S: Viral (2014)
- V/H/S/94 (2021)
- V/H/S/99 (2022)
- V/H/S/85 (2023)
- V/H/S/Beyond (2024)
- V/H/S/Halloween (2025)
Alongside the mainline films, two spin-offs — Siren (2016) and Kids vs. Aliens (2022) — expanded the universe.
Kate Siegel, who stepped into the director’s chair for V/H/S/Beyond, summed up the franchise’s appeal: “It’s a unique situation where you’re part of a team, but you’re also an individual. You have the support of an established franchise, but the mission is to give new filmmakers creative control.” That formula has kept V/H/S fresh, experimental, and unpredictable.
A Frightening Legacy
The teaser for V/H/S/Halloween is loaded with seasonal atmosphere: flickering jack-o’-lanterns, grainy camcorder footage, masked killers, and supernatural horrors lurking in the shadows. Fans quick to analyze every frame have even spotted what appears to be the silhouette of makeup effects legend Rick Baker (The Howling, Men in Black, An American Werewolf in London), suggesting there may be some legendary surprises hidden within the film.
With Paco Plaza (REC), Alex Ross Perry, and Casper Kelly contributing, there’s little doubt the anthology will mix grotesque scares with meta-commentary and absurd humor.
Halloween Horror Done Right
With horror anthologies currently enjoying a resurgence, V/H/S/Halloween feels poised to be one of the most talked-about releases of the season. Anthologies allow filmmakers to experiment with short-form storytelling, blending wildly different tones and styles into one feature-length nightmare. For longtime fans, it’s a chance to revisit the series’ scrappy, inventive energy. For newcomers, it may be the perfect gateway into both the V/H/S legacy and the world of experimental found footage horror.
Whether you’re in it for haunted houses, slasher mayhem, or the sheer thrill of seeing what twisted idea comes next, this Halloween special seems ready to deliver. So, gather your pumpkin spice snacks, dim the lights, and prepare for a collection of stories that prove the most terrifying tricks often come disguised as treats.
V/H/S/Halloween premieres on Shudder October 3, 2025.
