HalloQueen Janelle Monáe Returns To Host AMC’s FearFest Spectacular

AMC is once again proving that it’s the place to be this Halloween season, whether you’re a diehard fan or simply want something spooky to spice up the holiday. They’ve just announced that award-winning artist and musician Janelle Monáe is once again returning to host their annual FearFest programming event, featuring over 650 hours of horror films, shows, specials, and more. 

Monáe has curated a special list of her favorite horror films that will be available to stream on AMC+ in October, including The Birds, Carrie (1976), Child’s Play (1988), Halloween (1978), Jeepers Creepers, Late Night with the Devil, Leprechaun, The Others, Psycho, Rear Window, The Rule of Jenny Pen, Speak No Evil, Vertigo and more.

“Halloween is a time to investigate fears, transform them, and celebrate the unknown,” said Monáe. “Horror has always been a space to honor the horror classics, like the films that shaped me, while championing bold new voices and reinventing the way stories are told. I’m thrilled to return as the HalloQueen with AMC Networks and FearFest to share my favorite films, spotlight iconic franchises, and share this Halloween season with all my fellow horror enthusiasts!”

This year’s FearFest programming includes fan-favorite franchises like A Nightmare on Elm Street, Halloween, Friday the 13th, and Final Destination, as well as a Stephen King library that includes 2017’s IT and the ‘90s miniseries, The Shining, and Misery. Additionally, new episodes of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon and Talamasca: The Secret Order join the fray, as well as a special episode of The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs, featuring a double feature screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street and Freddy vs. Jason. Other marathons also include “Fear the ‘80s,” featuring The Lost Boys and Silver Bullet, “Creature Feature,” with Tremors and Lake Placid, and more. 

The full FearFest lineup is available on AMC’s website. Check out the event teaser down below: