Get ready for a thrilling ride this Halloween with Hulu’s latest horror comedy, Carved. Recently, Hulu dropped an exciting trailer that showcases the chaos and carnage brought on by a vengeful pumpkin. This year’s “Huluween” lineup promises to deliver some fresh scares, and Carved is set to be a standout with its blend of humor and horror.
Starring Disney favorite Peyton Elizabeth Lee alongside Corey Fogelmanis, DJ Qualls, and Chris Elliott, the film follows a group of teenagers trapped in a historical reenactment village on Halloween night. As the situation spirals out of control, they must unite to fend off an unexpected and deadly foe.
The newly released trailer teases the film's creative, practical effects with plenty of spooky visuals that embrace the Halloween spirit—think jack-o’-lantern guts and a generous splash of blood. Carved is inspired by the original short film that debuted during Hulu's Huluween Film Fest, which garnered enough success to warrant a feature-length adaptation.
Are you interested in what chilling surprises await in this darkly comedic adventure? Prepare to dive deep into the film's intriguing cast, unexpected plot twists, and more as we unveil the thrilling details leading up to its release. Keep your eyes peeled for updates as we reveal more secrets about this unique Halloween flick!
Release date & Where to Watch
Carved is set to premiere on Hulu on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024.
Plot
In Carved, a heartbroken teenage playwright, her younger brother, and a group of survivors find themselves trapped in a historical reenactment village on Halloween night. As they band together, they must face off against a relentless, vengeful pumpkin that has come to life.
Director Justin Harding describes Carved as a love letter to classic horror comedies like Tremors, Gremlins, and Evil Dead 2. With outrageous kills, dark humor, and heart-pounding suspense, Harding aims to deliver a film that blends creativity with practical effects to create a lasting Halloween tradition. At its core, Carved tells a story of survival, with unexpected heroes rising against unstoppable terror, brought to life by an ensemble cast led by Peyton Elizabeth Lee and the practical effects magic of Allan Cooke.
Cast
- Peyton Elizabeth Lee (Prom Pact) as Kira
- Corey Fogelmanis (Ma) as Cody
- Wyatt Lindner (Titans) as Trevor
- Carla Jimenez (The Mick) as Barb
- DJ Qualls (The New Guy) as Bill
- Marc-Sully Saint-Fleur (Curb Your Enthusiasm) as Kevin
- Sasha Mason (Ozark) as Maddie
- Jonah Lees (The Phantom of the Open) as Shane
- Matty Cardarople (Stranger Things) as Clint
- Elvis Nolasco (Godfather of Harlem) as AJ
- Jackson Kelly (Chucky) as Wes
- Chris Elliott (Schitt's Creek) as Earl
Official Trailer
Behind the Scenes
Carved, directed by Justin Harding, is based on his original short film made for Huluween Film Fest. Harding co-wrote the feature-length version with Cheryl Meyer (The Last Mark). Developed under WorthenBrooks' first-look horror slate with Hulu Originals, the film's producers include David Brooks, Debbie Liebling, Arbi Pedrossian, and Jenna Cavelle, with Miles Alva as executive producer. Co-producers include Lorne Raimi, Alex Hansen, and Nick Page.
Written by ODD Balls
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