Prepare yourself as Shudder unveils the trailer and key art for the sinister thriller The Puppetman.  Directed and written by Brandon Christensen, known for his work on “Z,” “Superhost,” and “Still/Born,” this new diabolical tale promises to send shivers down your spine. Fresh off its triumph at the Popcorn Frights Festival, where it secured the coveted Jury Award for Best Feature, The Puppetman is set to make its exclusive streaming debut as part of Shudder’s annual “FearFest” lineup on Friday, October 13. Horror enthusiasts can also catch it on AMC+.

In The Puppetman, we are introduced to a convicted killer languishing on death row, a man who vehemently insists that an evil force had control over him during his gruesome acts. His daughter, Michal, finds herself grappling with a disturbing suspicion: Could there be a grain of truth in her father’s claims? Her world spirals into terror as those around her meet gruesome and brutal ends. Now, all hope rests upon Michal’s shoulders as she embarks on a quest to break the curse of “The Puppetman.” This spine-tingling journey is brought to life with stellar performances from Michael Paré, Caryn Richman, and Alyson Gorske.

The Puppetman | Official Trailer | Shudder

Brandon Christensen, the visionary writer/director behind The Puppetman draws inspiration from classics like “Final Destination” as he masterfully takes a group of friends and subjects them to horrifying deaths. Christensen shares, “We had a ton of fun developing these characters and then taking everything we know about them and turning it against themselves. While I’ve killed off characters before, it was nothing compared to the grotesque machinations that Shudder allowed us to do on ‘The Puppetman.'”

Behind the scenes, the film was produced by the dynamic duo of Matt Manjourides and Justin Martell, with Ryan Christensen joining Brandon as the co-writer, and Seager Dixon taking on the role of co-producer.

As the suspense builds and the death toll rises, The Puppetman promises a gripping and twisted narrative. Mark your calendars for Friday, October 13, and get ready to dive headfirst into a world of fear, suspense, and relentless horror, all exclusively on Shudder.