# October horror and classic film programming

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/october-horror-and-classic-film-programming
> Updated: 2026-10-03T18:00:15.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Various film institutions and theater chains have announced programming for October 2026, with a significant focus on horror and classic cinema.

Museums and independent theaters are hosting specialized series, such as the Oklahoma City Museum of Art’s ‘Art House of Horrors’ and Portland’s Second Run, which features a 16mm screening of F.W. Murnau’s ‘Faust’ with a live score. 

On a larger scale, Regal Cinemas is running a nationwide ‘31 Screams on Screen’ series, offering daily classic horror films for a set price. Additionally, community events like Edmonton’s ‘Spook and Screen’ drive-in are scheduled to feature double features and themed entertainment.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-03: Seasonal horror film events scheduled for October

Regal Cinemas is hosting a daily horror movie series in October for $7.99, while Edmonton will host a spooky drive-in event on October 17.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/seasonal-horror-film-events-scheduled-for-october

### 2026-10-01: Film institutions announce October screening schedules

Film institutions in Oklahoma City and Portland have announced October schedules featuring horror series, short film festivals, and classic cinema screenings.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/film-institutions-announce-october-screening-schedules

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