NYX TV’s ‘Helloween’ Month: Unleashing One Hell of a Halloween

As autumn’s chill settles in, NYX TV invites UK viewers into a world where fear reigns supreme with ‘Helloween’ month. This October, surrender to the macabre and dive in for a month of bone-chilling excitement.

Prepare for sleepless nights with a captivating lineup featuring premieres of horror classics like The Evil Dead, a birthday tribute to Sam Raimi. Then, embark on a chilling journey with The Black Cat, explore blood-curdling addiction in Habit, succumb to the allure of Vampyro Lesbos and round things off with the unparalleled horror classic – Halloween (1978).

Sun 1 Oct @ 21:00 – Countess Dracula (1971)

The aging Countess Elisabeth Nadasdy (Ingrid Pitt) discovers that bathing in the blood of virgins can restore her youthful beauty. As she becomes increasingly obsessed with her newfound power, the countess embarks on a murderous spree to maintain her appearance. A cult favourite among fans of classic British horror cinema.

Wed 4 Oct @ 21:00 – The Sentinel (1977)

Alison Parker (Christina Raines), a young and successful fashion model, moves into a Brooklyn brownstone to escape her tumultuous relationship with her boyfriend, Michael (Chris Sarandon). However, upon moving in, Alison begins to experience strange and terrifying occurrences. A memorable entry in the 1970s horror genre.

Fri 6 Oct @ 21:00 – Habit (1995) – Channel Premiere

Larry Fessenden’s remarkable vampire hit takes us on a journey into the world of blood-sucking addiction and madness. A modern classic in the vampire genre.

Fri 6 Oct @ 23:00 – Vampyro Lesbos (1971)

Countess Nadine Carody, an enigmatic and seductive vampire, lures women to her isolated island to satisfy her vampiric desires. A unique blend of horror, eroticism, and surrealism.

Sun 8 Oct @ 21:00 – The Satanic Rites of Dracula (1973) – Part of Hammer Sundays

A Scotland Yard investigator enlists the help of occult expert Lorrimer Van Helsing (Peter Cushing) and his granddaughter Jessica (Joanna Lumley) to uncover a mysterious and powerful Satanic cult led by an enigmatic figure named D.D. Denham. The final pairing of Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing as Count Dracula and Van Helsing in the Hammer Dracula series.

Wed 11 Oct @ 21:00 – Torso (1973)

A group of college students who become the targets of a masked killer with a penchant for dismemberment. A delve into themes of obsession, voyeurism, and the fragility of human relationships.

Fri 13 Oct @ 21:00 – Wake Wood (2009) – Channel Premiere

A couple grieving the tragic death of their nine-year-old daughter move to a sleepy village and stumble into a strange night-time ritualistic ceremony. Directed by David Keating, this spell-binding Hammer Film co-production stars Timothy Spall, Eva Birthistle, Ella Connolly, and Aidan Gillen.

Fri 13 Oct @ 23:00 – The Shiver of the Vampires (1971)

A newlywed couple, Isle and Antoine, visit Isle’s ancestral castle only to find that her two cousins, who were supposed to welcome them, have turned into vampires. Demonstrating Jean Rollin’s ability to push boundaries and redefine conventions.

Sat 14 Oct @ 21:00 – Cannibal Girls (1973)

A young couple stumbled upon a remote country inn run by a trio of beautiful but deadly women. Ivan Reitman’s career-defining dark horror is a unique and twisted take on the cannibal subgenre.

Sun 15 Oct @ 21:00 – The Revenge of Frankenstein (1958) – Part of Hammer Sundays

Baron Frankenstein (Peter Cushing), escaping execution, takes on the alias of Dr. Stein and opens a new practice, where he continues his forbidden experiments to create life. An enduring classic that continues to inspire horror filmmakers.

Fri 20 Oct @ 21:00 – Bowery at Midnight (1942)

Bela Lugosi plays Professor Brenner, a seemingly benign psychology professor by day who leads a terrifying double life. A fascinating entry in the annals of classic horror cinema.

Sat 21 Oct @ 21:00 – Double Bill – Dick Smith’s Do-It-Yourself Monster Make-Up (1989) & Tom Savini’s Horror Effects (2008) – Channel Premieres

Learn from the legends on NYX this month as Dick Smith, the man who created the effects for such movies as The Exorcist, Scanners, and The Godfather, shows you how to prepare for Halloween. Plus, go behind the scenes at the workshop of special effects maestro Tom Savini.

Sun 22 Oct @ 21:00 – The Abominable Snowman (1957) – Part of Hammer Sundays

British scientist, Dr. John Rollason (Peter Cushing), joins an expedition led by Tom Friend (Forrest Tucker) in the Himalayas to seek out the mythical Yeti or the Abominable Snowman. An enthralling mix of the classic monster movie trope with philosophical and existential themes.

Mon 23 Oct @ 21:00 – The Evil Dead (1981) – Channel Premiere

Sam Raimi’s directorial debut is a seminal horror film that tells the story of a group of friends who unwittingly unleash a demonic force during a vacation at a remote cabin in the woods. Celebrating Sam Raimi’s birthday.

Wed 25 Oct @ 21:00 – Bad Taste (1987)

A group of friends discover that their small New Zealand town has been overrun by grotesque aliens seeking to harvest human flesh for their intergalactic fast-food chain. A cult classic among horror and comedy fans.

Fri 27 Oct @ 21:00 – What Have You Done to Solange? (1972) – Channel Premiere

Enrico Rosseni (Fabio Testi), a school gym teacher, becomes embroiled in a horrifying mystery as his secret relationship with one of his students leads to them witnessing a murder. Massimo Dallamano’s giallo thriller remains a standout with its potent mix of mystery, social commentary, and atmospheric horror.

Fri 27 Oct @ 23:00 – The Night of the Hunted (1980)

Elisabeth, a young woman suffering from a mysterious condition that erases her memories, finds herself trapped in a high-rise building with other afflicted individuals. A compelling exploration of the fragility of human memory and identity by Jean Rollin.

Sat 28 Oct @ 21:00 – The Black Cat (1981) – Channel Premiere

Set in a small English village, the story revolves around an ill-tempered black cat with uncanny abilities. The cat’s owner is a reclusive professor who has the power to communicate with the dead, and who uses the feline as an instrument of murder. A showcase of Fulci’s unique ability to infuse atmospheric locations with gruesome violence.

Sun 29 Oct @ 21:00 – Lust for a Vampire (1971) – Part of Hammer Sundays

The story unfolds with the resurrection of the beautiful but deadly vampire Carmilla (Yutte Stensgaard), who, under the alias Mircalla, enrols at an all-girls boarding school located near the gothic and atmospheric Karnstein Castle. Renowned for its atmospheric setting and sensuous narrative.

Mon 30 Oct @ 21:00 – Black Christmas (1974) – Channel Premiere

The action takes place in a sorority house during the festive season, where the sorority sisters begin to receive disturbing and anonymous phone calls. Often cited as one of the first slasher films and credited with pioneering elements of the genre.

Tues 31 Oct @ 21:00 – Halloween (1978)

Michael Myers, a deranged murderer who, fifteen years after brutally killing his sister on Halloween night, returns to his hometown to continue his killing spree. A classic in the horror genre and the launch of Jamie Lee Curtis’s career. This seminal film is the perfect end to a month of terror and the ideal horror for All Hallows’ Eve.

NYX TV’s ‘Helloween’

NYX TV’s ‘Helloween’ month promises a horrifying experience like no other. Tune in to catch these spine-tingling classics, channel premieres, and exclusive insights into the world of horror makeup. Don’t miss out on the UK’s hottest fast TV channel for horror fans as it takes you on a journey through the darkest corners of the genre. Get ready to scream, shiver, and celebrate the season of scares!

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