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The Horror Show

Name: The Horror Show
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2027-07-31
Location: Los Angeles

“The Horror Show” is a new exhibition at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, exploring the popular horror film genre. Opening to the public on September 26, 2026, and running through July 2027, the exhibition features over 100 objects, including props and costumes from classic and modern horror films.

Date: Sep 26, 2026 - Jul 31, 2027
Location: Los Angeles
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Features over 100 objects including props, costumes, and interactive displays
Explores horror films from classics like "Nosferatu" to modern films like "The Conjuring"
Includes Bela Lugosi's cape from "Dracula"
Visitors exit through "The Blood Room"

The exhibition, located on the fourth floor of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, delves into the emotional, cultural, and symbolic power of horror cinema. It showcases a wide range of films, from the 1922 classic “Nosferatu” to the 2013 modern ghost tale “The Conjuring."

Visitors can explore more than 100 objects, including props, costumes, videos, and interactive displays. The exhibition guides guests through cinematic "chambers" that highlight different genres of horror. Notable items include the actual cape worn by Bela Lugosi in “Dracula."

The experience culminates in an exit through a distinctive "Blood Room." Robert Englund, known for his role as Freddy Krueger, attended a preview event, discussing the genre's enduring popularity.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures; www.dailybreeze.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Los Angeles

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