Overview
- The Mike P. Nelson reimagining opens in U.S. theaters on December 12 with distribution from Cineverse, Bloody Disgusting and Iconic Events Releasing.
- Bloody Disgusting posted the complete seven-minute sequence that had circulated in clip form, with the outlet reporting more than 8 million views on social media.
- ComicBook.com reports an 85% Rotten Tomatoes approval rating from 27 reviews, marking a rare fresh showing for the long-running franchise.
- Critics highlight genre-blending that mixes small-town holiday romance with slasher elements, noting uneven tone and restrained gore compared to modern extremes.
- Rohan Campbell stars with Ruby Modine in a killer-Santa update of the 1984 cult title, with reviewers drawing comparisons to Halloween Ends and Dexter.