What we know
Tales of the Macabre (2026)
Opening against The Mandalorian and Grogu, this one will be fighting for the same weekend conversation.
It hits the big screen on May 23, 2026.
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In Theaters · May 23, 2026
Tales of the Macabre
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Horror
Some stories should never be told.
On Halloween night 1984, a grief-stricken late-night radio host shares the legend of the Crimson Witch with his listeners, but as exhaustion takes hold, he begins to fear the story may be coming to life.
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The Trailer
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Dropped April 18, 2026
The lineup
Who you’ll see in the trailer
James Steele Haney, Monica Trillo and Lucy Carter lead the cast. James Steele Haney plays Frederick Valtese.
James Steele Haney
as Frederick Valtese
Monica Trillo
as The Crimson Witch
Lucy Carter
as Lucy
Scarlett Carter
as Casey
Gabriel Arteaga
as Nate
Sheala Morrison
as Woman's Radio Voice
James Steele Haney
as Man's Radio Voice
The credits that matter
The history behind Tales of the Macabre
Production is led by Company 3. James Steele Haney is in the director’s chair.
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When does Tales of the Macabre come out?
Tales of the Macabre is scheduled to open in US theaters on May 23, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Tales of the Macabre?
James Steele Haney, Monica Trillo, Lucy Carter, Scarlett Carter and Gabriel Arteaga lead the cast, directed by James Steele Haney.
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