Bestselling Author Michael Harbron Signs Deal to Write Official Prequel for the Iconic 80s Horror film "Fright Night"
LOS ANGELES, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bestselling author Michael Harbron has signed a deal to write the official prequel to the iconic 1980s horror film Fright Night, marking a new chapter in the cult franchise. The project is a collaboration with the film's original creator, Tom Holland. The announcement comes as the cult classic celebrates its 40th Anniversary.
Best known for his supernatural-horror series, Interview with the Devil, Harbron will also play a key role in shaping the Fright Night universe - expanding its mythology, deepening its lore, and building narrative threads that connect future stories:
"This is a homecoming for me. Fright Night was the first horror movie I ever saw, and I'm honored to be writing its prequel," said Harbron. "I'm going to deliver more evil, more paranoia, and something darker - setting the stage for a whole universe of stories to come."
The novel will explore the events that unfolded before "Fright Night: Origins" during a gritty and culturally explosive Manhattan in the 1970s. It takes a bold, atmospheric approach - fusing the pulpy charm of the original with immersive world-building and classic Americana horror.
"Michael's vision captures the heart of what made Fright Night endure - while expanding it into something darker, smarter, and more dangerous," said Holland. "This isn't nostalgia. It's evolution."
Simply titled "Fright Night," the novel is set for release in October 2025 coinciding with the original's 40th Anniversary. Harbron's previous work has ranked as a #1 bestseller in multiple horror and anthology categories. His writing blends high-concept horror, layered world-building, and philosophical tension - an ideal match for the future of "Fright Night."
About Michael Harbron: author of: "Interview with the Devil" - a bestselling horror series exploring the nature of evil, consciousness, and redemption. He is an emerging force in speculative fiction and supernatural world-building.
About Tom Holland: screenwriter, director, and the original creator of Fright Night (1985). His filmography includes Child's Play, Thinner, and Psycho II.
About Fright Night: 1985 American supernatural horror film written by Holland. It's a cult horror classic that helped redefine the genre.
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