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Twelve turbo-charged premieres for November, including an All-Out Action season

Get ready to kick, punch and shoot your way through a star-studded season of explosive action premieres on LEGEND this November, including the UK TV premieres of James Cullen Bressack’s tense, against-the-clock thriller HOT SEAT, starring Kevin Dillon and Mel Gibson, and his dazzling action cyber-thriller FORTRESS, starring Bruce Willis.

 From Monday – Saturday 20th November there’s an All-Out Action season, which includes the channel premieres of Walter Hill’s ultra-violent TREPASS, starring Bill Paxton, and John Woo’s deadly HARD TARGET, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme. Other titles in the season include hard-boiled thriller BOILING POINT (1993), starring Dennis Hopper, Wesley Snipes & Viggo Mortensen.

Other premieres include high-octane thriller THE HUNTER’S PRAYER, James Deardon’s murderous A KISS BEFORE DYING, Bruce Willis crime thriller MARAUDERS, grizzled wilderness drama BLOOD AND MONEY, Nic Cage crime caper THE TRUST, superhero action fantasy BARB WIRE, starring Pamela Anderson and SNEAKERS, Phil Aidan Robinson’s neat exploration of cybercrime, starring Robert Redford and River Phoenix.

This month’s ever popular THE VINTAGE VAULT strand on Sunday nights continues, headed up by the Channel premiere of Jack Gold’s British supernatural chiller THE MEDUSA TOUCH, starring a magnetic Richard Burton. Other classics include DEATH LINE, TO THE DEVIL A DAUGHTER, THE UNCANNY and TALES THAT WITNESS MADNESS.

Full film details in transmission order:

 Sat 4 Nov @ 21:00 – THE HUNTER’S PRAYER (2017) *Channel Premiere

Lucas (Sam Worthington), a solitary assassin is hired to kill a young woman. When he can’t bring himself to pull the trigger, the plan falls apart, setting in motion a twisted game of cat and mouse. A gripping race against time, co-starring Martin Compston and from the director of Terminator 3.

Thurs 9 Nov @ 21:00 – HOT SEAT (2022) *UK TV Premiere

Mel Gibson stars as Wallace Reed, a veteran bomb squad officer, racing to save Orlando Friar (Kevin Dillon), an IT technician taken hostage by a faceless terrorist mastermind. Orlando must empty millions of dollars from Wall Street bank accounts or else the bomb installed on his chair will detonate, vaporising his entire building. It’s a race against the clock!

 Friday 10 Oct @ 22:50 – A KISS BEFORE DYING (1991) *Channel Premiere

Jonathan Corliss (Matt Dillon) will do anything for tycoon Thor Carlsson’s (Max Von Sydow) money and power. But when he gets one of Carlsson’s daughter’s inconveniently pregnant he decides to kill her and woo her twin sister! Diane Ladd plays Dillon’s mother in this chilling, dark story of greed and murder.

 Sat 11 Nov @ 21:00 – MARAUDERS (2016) *Channel Premiere

While investigating a brutal robbery-homicide at a bank, a team of FBI agents (Christopher Meloni, Dave Bautista and Adrian Grenier) begins to unravel a sinister conspiracy involving the bank’s powerful owner (Bruce Willis). The action-packed crime thriller is directed by Steven C. Miller from a script by Michael Cody and Chris Sivertson.

Thurs 16 Nov @ 21:00 – BLOOD AND MONEY (2020) *Channel Premiere

Combining edge-of-your-seat thrills, suspense and breath-taking cinematography, acting legend Tom Berenger stars as a retired veteran who, whilst hunting in the snowy outback of Northern Maine, discovers a dead body and a bag full of cash. Violence quickly escalates when a group of criminals in search of the loot turn the hunter in to the hunted.

Fri 17 Nov @ 23:05 – THE TRUST (2019) *Channel Premiere

Nicolas Cage and Elijah Wood team star as Jim and David, a cop team, who begin an off-the-books investigation into a bailed heroin dealer. When they discover the dealer’s underground safe, they hatch a plan to break into it for their own gains. But by the time they realise it is a bad idea, it is too late to turn back.

 Sat 18 Oct @ 21:00 – SNEAKERS (1992) *Channel Premiere

Computer expert Martin Bishop (Robert Redford) heads a team of renegade hackers, including a former CIA agent (Sidney Poitier), a gadgets wizard (Dan Aykroyd) and a young genius (River Phoenix). But Bishop’s past comes back to haunt him when government agents blackmail the team into carrying out a dangerous, covert operation.

Mon 20 Nov @ 21:00 – TRESPASS (1992) *Channel Premiere

Two Arkansas firemen get wind that ancient treasure is buried in an abandoned factory, unaware that the structure has become headquarters for a gang of drug dealers. Directed in a ferocious cat-and-mouse style by Walter Hill, Bill Paxton and hip-hop icons Ice Cube and Ice-T battle it out to the finish.

 Fri 24 Nov @ 22:50 – BARB WIRE (1996) *Channel Premiere

Pamela Anderson stars as Barb Wire, the future’s most feared bounty hunter. When trouble comes into town in the form of a former boyfriend, Barb Wire must decide if she can trust a man who once double-crossed her. Featuring songs from rockers Tommy Lee and Michael Hutchence.

Sat 25 Nov @ 21:00 – HARD TARGET (1993) *Channel Premiere

The line between the hunted and the hunter becomes blurred when one man fights a group that hunts other men for sport. Action star Jean Claude Van Damme headlines this action thriller from celebrated Hong Kong filmmaker John Woo. Also stars Lance Henriksen and Wilford Brimley.

 Sun 26 Nov @ 21:00 – THE MEDUSA TOUCH (1978) *Channel Premiere

*Part of The Vintage Vault

John Morlar (Richard Burton) is a man who possesses an appalling power: the gift of evil in the form of a telekinetic power – to ‘will’ destruction and death.  When he is savagely attacked in his flat, Detective Brunel (Lino Ventura), who is assigned to the case, is led to Morlar’s doctor, Zonfeld (Lee Remick). But how do they stop Morlar exacting a terrible revenge?

Thurs 30 Nov @ 21:00 – FORTRESS (2022) *UK TV Premiere

Murray Robert (Bruce Willis) is a retired CIA agent living at a secret resort. When his estranged son visits, he is followed by Robert’s old nemesis, Balzary. Under attack, they retreat to a high-tech bunker. But is it powerful enough to match Balzary’s bloodthirsty revenge? Also stars Jesse Metcalfe and Chad Michael.

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October is ‘Helloween’ month on NYX, with a fearsome flourish of 9pm channel premieres including Sam Raimi’s seminal THE EVIL DEAD, which celebrates the uniquely talented filmmaker’s birthday on October 23. Other premieres include Lucio Fulci’s 1981 shocker THE BLACK CAT, Larry Fessenden’s remarkable vampire hit HABIT, Bob Clarke’s acclaimed 1974 breakthrough slasher BLACK CHRISTMAS, giallo masterpiece WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO SOLANGE? and WAKE WOOD, the acclaimed Irish supernatural horror, starring Timothy Spall.

Plus, Halloween diehards can seek out make-up tips from DICK SMITH’S DO-IT-YOURSELF MONSTER MAKE-UP and TOM SAVINI’S HORROR EFFECTS, which will air as a double bill on Sat 21 Oct, 9pm.

The popular 9pm ‘Hammer Sundays’ strand continues, which this month features four firm favourites: gothic cult chiller COUNTESS DRACULA, starring Ingrid Pitt,  “, THE SATANIC RITES OF DRACULA, which marks the final pairing of Lee and Cushing as Count Dracula and Van Helsing in the Hammer Dracula series, THE REVENGE OF FRANKENSTEIN,  Mary Shelley’s classic monster tale and THE ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN, which brilliantly fuses an eerie blend of adventure, mystery, and suspense set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas

Other monthly highlights include John Carpenter’s timeless HALLOWEEN, starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Micheal Winner’s twisted THE SENTINEL, starring Chris Sarandon and Ava Gardner, Sergio Martino’s classic slasher TORSO, Ivan Reitman’s masterful comedy horror CANNIBAL GIRLS, and Peter Jackson’s distinctive debut horror BAD TASTE.

And erotic horror is given a Friday late-night flavour with Jesús Franco’s VAMPYRO LESBOS and two stand-outs from cult auteur Jean Rollin – THE SHIVER OF THE VAMPIRES and THE NIGHT OF THE HUNTED.

Highlighted films in transmission order:

Sun 1 Oct @ 21:00 – COUNTESS DRACULA (1971)

* Part of Hammer Sundays

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. The film’s unique blend of historical fact, legend, and horror storytelling has made it 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. With its shocking twists, suspenseful storytelling, and haunting visuals, making it a memorable entry in the 1970s horror genre.

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

A grieving Sam (Larry Fessenden), a down-and-out New Yorker, is lost in an alcoholic haze. When he meets the seductive Anna (Meredith Snaider), he immediately falls under her spell. Allowing her to draw him away from his friends and into a web of blood-sucking addiction and madness. This disturbing, critically acclaimed debut from actor /writer / director Lary Fessenden, is acknowledged as a modern classic in the vampire genre.

Fri 6 Oct @ 23:00 – VAMPYRO LESBOS (1971) 

 Countess Nadine Carody, an enigmatic and seductive vampire lures woman to her isolated island to satisfy her vampiric desires. With its blend of horror, eroticism, and surrealism, Jesús Franco’s evocative film stands as a unique experience within the vampire genre.

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. As they delve deeper into their investigation, they discover that Denham is none other than Count Dracula (Christopher Lee). A sequel to the 1970 movie Dracula A.D. 1972, this marks the final pairing of Lee and 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. As the body count rises and the students are stalked through the picturesque Italian countryside, the film delves 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. Stumbling into a strange night-time ritualistic ceremony, the couple are made an offer they find difficult to refuse – to have their daughter back. But it will come at a price. 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. With its visually stunning style and innovative approach to the vampire mythos, the film is a standout entry in the genre, demonstrating 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. As the couple begins to uncover the macabre history of the inn and its inhabitants, they find themselves drawn into a horrifying nightmare of murder and cannibalism. 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. With its focus on character-driven horror, inventive narrative, rich visuals, and exceptional performances, Terence Fisher’s film, a sequel to the renowned “The Curse of Frankenstein”.  is 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. After sunset, Brenner adopts the identity of Karl Wagner, the malevolent manager of a mission that provides shelter to the homeless of the Bowery district in New York City. Unbeknownst to the unfortunate souls who seek refuge there, Wagner uses the mission as a recruitment ground for his criminal activities. Directed by Wallace Fox, Lugosi’s compelling performance make this a fascinating entry in the annals of classic horror cinema.

BOWERY AT MIDNIGHT is part of a Lugosi double-bill, with WHITE ZOMBIE which follows at 11pm. Directed by Victor Halperin in 1932, “White Zombie” is a seminal horror film starring the iconic Bela Lugosi as the sinister voodoo master Murder Legendre, who uses his powers to transform people into mindless zombies.

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

A chance to learn from the legend on NYX this month as Dick Smith (pictured), the man who created the effects for such movies as The Exorcist, Scanners and The Godfather. Watch him in action to help you prepare for Halloween. Plus, there’s a chance to go behind the scenes at the workshop of special effects maestro Tom Savini as he gives us a true insight into how he created his legendary effects for such movies as Friday the 13^th and Dawn of the Dead.

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. The goal: to seek out the mythical Yeti or the Abominable Snowman. As they ascend higher into the treacherous and icy landscape, they encounter much more than they bargained for. Val Guest’s enduring classic presents 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 1981 directorial debut, “The Evil Dead,” 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. As the demonic presence begins to possess and torment the group, they must fight for their lives and their sanity. With its relentless pacing and unforgettable moments of terror, “The Evil Dead” remains a touchstone of the horror genre and a testament to Sam Raimi’s unique vision. Happy birthday Sam Raimi!

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. Peter Jackson’s directorial debut scored instantly with its over-the-top gore, dark humour, and outrageous special effects, making it 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, Elizabeth (Cristina Galbó) leads to them witnessing a murder, making Elizabeth a target and prompting Enrico to take the matter into his own hands. 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. With its atmospheric direction, thought-provoking themes, and emotional depth, Jean Rollin’s French horror drama, a departure from his vampire-themed works, is a compelling exploration of the fragility of human memory and identity film directed by the renowned Jean Rollin, best known for his unique blend of eroticism and horror.

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. As the body count starts to rise, a visiting American photographer and a local detective begin to suspect the professor’s involvement in the gruesome deaths. Based loosely on Edgar Allan Poe’s classic short story of the same name, it may not be as famous as some of Fulci’s other works, but it showcases his 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. The film is the second instalment in Hammer Film Productions’ Karnstein Trilogy, sandwiched between “The Vampire Lovers” and “Twins of Evil” and is 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. Unbeknownst to them, the calls are coming from an intruder who has taken up residence in their attic. Bob Clarke’s Canadian horror is often cited as one of the first slasher films and is credited with pioneering elements of the genre. Its combination of horror and mystery set against an ordinarily joyful holiday season has made it a classic in the annals of horror cinema.

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

Michael Myers (Nick Castle), a deranged murderer who, fifteen years after brutally killing his sister on Halloween night, returns to his hometown of Haddonfield, Illinois, to continue his killing spree. Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis), a high school student, becomes the primary target of Michael’s rampage, and she must use her resourcefulness and determination to survive the night and protect her friends from the relentless killer. The film’s success spawned numerous sequels and imitators, solidifying its status as a classic in the horror genre and launching the career of Jamie Lee Curtis

Editors’ notes:

NYX Corporation, based in Canada, is a global media content distribution network specialising in the horror genre. The company delivers high-quality programmed content across linear digital broadcast TV networks. First launched in the UK late 2022, NYX will also move into the US markets in 2024.  NYX is dedicated to curating a unique and entertaining blend of horror films and TV series and invites genre fans to delve into a world of carefully selected horror content – for free!

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Watch out for plenty of star-studied thrills and spills on LEGEND, as the UK’s most entertaining channel for action, suspense and Sci-Fi presents eleven premieres for October, including the UK TV premiere of ANTI-LIFE, an edge-of-your-seat sci-fi thriller with an (inter)stellar cast including Bruce Willis and John Suits. There also a welcome channel premiere for THE GUEST, a brilliant homage to 1980s action flicks and slasher horror, which showcases ex- ‘Downtown Abbey’ actor Dan Stevens in an inspired star-making turn.

Other channel firsts include high-octane crime thriller DOG EAT DOG, starring Nicolas Cage and Willem Dafoe, American road comedy film MIDNIGHT RUN, starring Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin, THE QUEST a martial arts thriller directed by Jean-Claude Van Damme in his directorial debut and the controversial drama SLEEPERS, starring Kevin Bacon, Dustin Hoffman, Brad Pitt, Robert DeNiro and  Minnie Driver.

Plus, there’s British mystery thriller UNDER SUSPICION starring Liam Neeson, action adventure THE RIVER WILD, starring Meryl Streep and Kevin Bacon and Van Damme and Lundgren return for a sixth instalment of UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: DAY OF RECKONING.

This month’s ever-popular THE VINTAGE VAULT strand on Sunday night double-bills continues its celebration of great horror classics from the Sixties and seventies including DRACULA: PRINCE OF DARKNESS, FRANKENSTEIN CREATED WOMAN, THE DEVIL RIDES OUT, THE SORCERERS, TWINS OF EVIL, SCARS OF DRSCULS and LUST FOR A VAMPIRE.

Full film details in transmission order:

Sun 1 Oct @ 21:00 – THE SORCERERS (1967)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

Scientist (Boris Karloff) and his wife (Catherine Lacey), possess a device that enables them to impose, through telepathy, their fantasies on people and allows them to experience sensations felt by their subjects. They take control of a teenager (Ian Ogilvy) and have him live out what they associate with contemporary youth: violence and sex. This disturbing and powerful psychological horror is the debut feature of cult-director Michael Reeves.

Sun 1 Oct @ 22:45 – DRACULA: PRINCE OF DARKNESS (1966)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

Christopher Lee stars in this chilling tale of four English tourists who become stranded in the Carpathian Mountains. When a driverless coach appears and takes them to a sinister castle, can they survive the night? This sequel to ‘Dracula‘ (1958) is directed by Terence Fisher, with Andrew Keir and Barbara Shelley

Thurs 5 Oct @ 23:15 – UNDER SUSPICION (1991) *Channel Premiere

Tony Aaron (Liam Neeson) is a disgraced ex-policeman scraping a living as a private detective. When a supposedly routine case goes wrong and leads to the murder of a client and Aaron’s own wife, he is under suspicion of murder. His enquiries lead him to the murdered client’s mistress, the mysterious Angeline (Laura San Giacomo), who stood to benefit heavily.

Sat 7 Oct @ 21:00 – MIDNIGHT RUN (1988) *Channel Premiere

When bounty hunter Jack Walsh (Robert DeNiro) is assigned with finding bail jumper Jon Mardukas (Charles Grodin), he has no idea the Mob and the FBI have the same idea Martin Brest directs this smart and funny ‘Odd Couple’ movie.

Sun 8 Oct @ 21:00 – FRANKENSTEIN CREATED WOMAN (1967)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

Baron Frankenstein (Peter Cushing) assisted by Dr Hertz (Thorley Walters) and Hans Werner (Robert Morris), discovers a way of trapping the soul of a recently deceased person. Frankenstein believes he can transfer that soul into another recently deceased female body to restore it to life. Directed by Terence Fisher, this is It is the fourth film in Hammer’s Frankenstein series one of the most critically acclaimed Hammer films.

Sun 8 Oct @ 22:45 – THE WITCHES (1966)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

Following a horrifying experience with the occult in Africa, a schoolteacher (Joan Fontaine) moves to a small English village, only to discover that a mysterious magic resides there as well. Directed by Cyril Frankel and co-starring Alec McCowen this Hammer Films production, was adapted from the 1960 novel The Devil’s Own.

Thurs 12 Oct @ 21:00 – THE QUEST (1996) *Channel Premiere

Acclaimed action superstar Jean-Claude Van Damme directs and stars as Chris, a street criminal who has always lived his life in search of new adventures. But his skill will be put to the test when he enters a tournament of the world’s best fighters. Van Dammer’s directorial debut also stars Roger Moore.

Sat 14 Oct @ 21:00 – THE RIVER WILD (1994) *Channel Premiere

Meryl Streep delivers a tour de force performance as a wife and mother whose family river rafting trip is hijacked by murderous thieves who desire to use her experience as a river guide to get them through a perilous stretch of water known as the Gauntlet. Directed by Curtis Hanson and co-stars Kevin Bacon as the ruthless criminal who threatens their lives.

Sun 15 Oct @ 21:00 – THE BLOOD BEAST TERROR (1968)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

 A 19th-century entomologist’s daughter undergoes a metamorphosis into a giant death’s head moth which needs human blood to survive. Her father creates a giant moth to keep her company, but only succeeds in unleashing more blood-sucking terror. Meanwhile, a police inspector (played by Peter Cushing) tries to find the key to the series of gruesome murders.

Sun 15 Oct @ 22:45 – THE DEVIL RIDES OUT (1968)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

The powers of good are pitted against the forces of evil as the Duc de Richelieu (Christopher Lee) wrestles with the deadly Satanist, Mocata (Charles Gray) for the soul of his friend, who has become deeply involved in a satanic society run by Mocata. Furthermore, De Richleau’s daughter is kidnapped by the cult and put up for sacrifice to the Angel of Death.

Tues 17 Oct @ 22:45 – DOG EATS DOG (2016) *Channel Premiere

Based on true events and directed by visionary filmmaker Paul Schrader, this high-octane crime thriller stars Nicolas Cage and Willem Dafoe, who, fresh out of prison, are trying to adapt themselves to civilian life. But then they are offered a job by an eccentric mob boss with a payoff too good to turn down.

Sun 22 Oct @ 21:00 – BLOOD FROM THE MUMMY’S TOMB (1971)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

On an expedition to Egypt, Professor Fuchs (Andrew Keir) discovers the tomb of the beautiful Queen Tera, Queen of Darkness (Valerie Leon), whose power was reputed to stretch beyond the grave. He returns to London, bringing the queen’s mummified body and objects with him. Strange things begin to happen as the objects seem to take on a life of their own and strike down anyone who crosses their path. This was director Seth Holt’s final film, and was loosely adapted from Bram Stoker’s 1903 novel The Jewel of Seven Stars

Sun 22 Oct @ 22:55 – LUST FOR A VAMPIRE (1971)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

The enigmatic Carmilla (Yutte Stensgaard) enrols as a student in an exclusive girls’ finishing school and proceeds to wreak havoc among pupils and teachers alike. Among those who fall victim to her striking and sensual beauty is the school’s new English teacher Giles Barton (Ralph Bates), who at first refuses to credit the ugly rumours about her true vampiristic nature. But, following the death of a colleague he is reluctantly forced to face the truth…

Wed 25 Sept @ 22:50 – ANTI-LIFE (2020) *UK TV Premiere

Set in the near future, a spaceship with survivors flees a devastating plague on planet Earth. But the ship has a stowaway: a shape-shifting alien whose goal is to kill. Clay (Bruce Willis) and his team of mechanics are picked to maintain the interstellar ark but now they must outwrite and destroy a malevolent cosmic terror.

Fri 27 Oct @ 22:50 – UNIVERSAL SOLDIER: REGENERATION (2009) *Channel Premiere

When a terrorist sect uses a new destructive model from the “Universal Soldier” line of humanlike machines, to seize the atomic reactor at Chernobyl, Luc Deveraux (Jean-Claude Van Damme), is reactivated to save the planet from nuclear Armageddon. Unfortunately, Deveraux will also have to contend with his nemesis, Andrew Scott (Dolph Lundgren).

Sat 28 Oct @ 21:00 – SLEEPERS (1996) *Channel Premiere

our boys from Hell’s Kitchen enter a reformatory where a cruel guard (Kevin Bacon) abuses them. Years later, two of them avenge their tormenter and stand trial, defended by a lawyer (Dustin Hoffman) and aided by their scheming cohort (Brad Pitt) and other friends from the ‘hood (Robert DeNiro, Minnie Driver), who face the moral dilemma of justice vs. loyalty.

Sun 29 Oct @ 21:00 – TWINS OF EVIL (197)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

After being orphaned, two beautiful identical twins move to the village of Karnstein, where they live with their uncle, a fanatical Puritan (Peter Cushing). Nearby, the Count of the village is performing a sacrificial rite to raise his ancestor, the vampire Countess He turns his attention to the twins. One of them is destined to fall under his spell, but which one? John Hough’s a supernatural vampire thriller is widely recognised as a masterpiece of gothic and erotic horror.

Sun 29 Sept @ 22:45 – SCARS OF DRACULA (1970)

*Part of The Vintage Vault

Count Dracula, (Christopher Lee), once again spreads his evil from his mountaintop castle. When libertine Paul Carlson disappears one night, his brother Simon and his girlfriend trace him to the area and make their way, like Paul before them, towards the sinister castle and its undead host. This sequel to Taste the Blood of Dracula (1968), also stars Dennis Waterman, Jenny Hanley, Patrick Troughton, and Michael Gwynn.

 Tues 31 Oct @ 21:00 – THE GUEST (2014) *Channel Premiere

A brilliant homage to 1980s action flicks and slasher horror given a sharp twist by YOU’RE NEXT director Adam Wingard, it showcases ex- ‘Downtown Abbey’ actor Dan Stevens in an inspired star-making turn. He plays David, a soldier arriving on the bereaved Peterson family’s doorstep, claiming to be the best friend of their son who died in action. Inviting him to stay, at first the charming veteran seems the perfect guest, but then the random killing starts. What’s going on and can the family stop the cold-blooded lethal weapon in their home committing even worse atrocities?

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LEGEND shoots from the hip this October as the wilder side of the western is laid bare in a six-shooter season of violent, controversial and revenge-fuelled showdowns.

So be prepared for blood-drenched shoot-outs, outlaw adventures and bandits on the rampage as LEGEND goes way out West with a selection of contemporary Westerns, highlighted by the channel premiere of Ti West’s IN A VALLEY OF VIOLENCE, starring Ethan Hawke and John Travolta. There is also a channel premiere for Jon Casser’s FORSAKEN, starring Donald and Keifer Sutherland.

Ralph Nelson’s brutal Western SOLDIER BLUE still remains one of the most poignant yet horrific dramatisations of America’s dark history and this repeat shoeing gets a primetime slot, as does HANNIE CAULDER, starring Ernest Borgnine and Raquel Welch, intense rural drama WAR ON THE RANGE, starring James Badge Dale and William Forsythe and civil war thriller ANY BULLET WILL DO, starring Kevin Makely and Todd A. Robinson.

Full film details in transmission order:

Mon 16 Oct @ 21:00 – IN A VALLEY OF VIOLENCE (2016) *Channel Premiere

Paul (Ethan Hawke) is a drifter making his way through the Old West with his faithful dog by his side. When Paul bumps into Gilly (James Ransone), a local gang leader and the son of the town’s marshal (John Travolta), their resulting scuffle leads to an act of violence that propels Paul on a mission for revenge. Written and directed by Ti West.

Tues 17 Oct @ 21:00 – HANNIE CALDER (1971)

Bandit brothers Emmett (Ernest Borgnine), Frank (Jack Elam) and Rufus Clemens (Strother Martin) botch a heist, and in anger they rape local woman Hannie Caulder (Raquel Welch), murder her spouse and destroy her home. Set on retribution, Hannie seeks out bounty hunter Thomas Luther Price (Robert Culp), who helps her learn to shoot — a skill she that she’ll need as she attempts to track down and take out the merciless Clemens brothers.

Wed 18 Oct @ 21:00 – WAR ON THE RANGE (2015)

In post-Civil War Texas, two neighbouring families are grieving tragic losses while they struggle to survive. When Wade Riley returns from fighting for the Confederacy, he discovers that the McCluskey family have been stealing animals from his family’s traps. He decides to take matters into his own hands, sparking yet another tragic and senseless war. This rural drama stars James Badge Dale and William Forsythe.

Thurs 19 Oct @ 21:00 – SOLDIER BLUE (1970)

Soldier Blue follows the adventures of Honus (Peter Strauss) and Cresta (Candice Bergman), the only remaining survivors of a Cheyenne Indian attack, as they journey across the unforgiving wilderness of the old west in search of refuge. It’s a journey that reaches a tragic climax as they bare witness to the relentlessly brutal and cold-blooded slaughter of the Cheyenne tribe. Ralph Nelson’s brutal Western still remains one of the most poignant yet horrific dramatisations of America’s dark history.

Fri 20 Oct @ 21:00 – ANY BULLET WILL DO (2018)

During the great American Civil War, two brothers find themselves on opposing sides. Ten years later, Hollis Ransom, now a ruthless headhunter, sets out on a bloody path through Montana and Wyoming, fighting and evading outlaws, and finally meeting his brother in an epic battle that will seal both men’s fates once and for all. Directed by Justin Lee, starring Kevin Makely and Todd A. Robinson as the warring brothers.

Sat 21 Oct @ 21:00 – FORSAKEN (2015) *Channel premiere

In 1872, John Henry Clayton (Kiefer Sutherland) retires as a gunfighter and returns to his hometown of Fowler, Wyoming in hope of repairing his relationship with his estranged father, Reverend Clayton (Donald Sutherland). However, he soon learns that the town is in turmoil, as a criminal gang is terrorising ranchers who refuse to sell their land. John Henry is the only one who can stop them, but his father does not want his son to return to a life of violence.

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Argento, Rollin, Bava, Corman and Vadim spearhead month of must-see cult favourites

September is a stylish, horror-filled month on NYX UK, packed with giallo slashers, erotic masterpieces, monstrous thrillers and infamous chillers, spearheaded by four Dario Argento classics – PHENOMENA, TENEBRAE and a double-bill of DEED RED and SUSPIRIA, which celebrates the Italian maestro’s 83rd birthday on Sept 7.

Alan Jones, author of ‘Dario Argento: The Man, the Myths & the Magic’ and editor of Argento’s autobiography ‘Fear’, said, “Any showing of innovative director Dario Argento’s groundbreaking work is always cause for celebration. NYX honouring the Italian maestro’s 83rd birthday with four of his greatest shockers is a fitting and timely tribute to the extraordinary influence he still has on the entire horror genre “.

Another Italian master of the macabre is Mario Bava and NYX UK is screening THE WHIP AND THE BODY, his delirious journey into troubled souls, starring Christoper Lee, and his superb horror anthology, BLACK  SABBATH.

Jean Rollin, the French master of the erotic Gothic Vampire movie, is also celebrated with his blood-sucking classics: THE NUDE VAMPIRE, LIPS OF BLOOD, RAPE OF THE VAMPIRE and REQUIEM OF A VAMPIRE. Another French cult favourite, Roger Vadim, also features, with one of his finest films, BLOOD & ROSES.

From the ‘king of cult’ himself, Roger Corman, we have THE TERROR, starring a youthful Jack Nicolson, THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, the apocalyptic stunner, LAST WOMAN ON EARTH, and the counter-culture comedy horror, A BUCKET OF BLOOD, which receives its premiere this month.

Other monthly highlights include those unforgettable directorial debuts from Abel Ferrara (THE DRILLER KILLER) and Francis Ford Coppola (DEMENTIA 13), plus, the unflinching MARK OF THE DEVIL, starring Udo Kier & Herbert Lom, William Castle’s fear-inducing THE TINGLER, starring Vincent Price, Edward D. Wood’s outrageous PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE and Fritz Lang’s influential crime horror, M.

Fans of anthologies are in for a treat, with terror tales including DR TERROR’S HOUSE OF HORRORS, starring Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee and Donald Sutherland, the classic black and white Ealing classic DEAD OF NIGHT, THE DEVIL’S MESSENGER, with the legendary

Lon Chaney Jr. and the creepy TALES FROM THE CRYPT, with Ralph Richardson and Joan Collins amongst the star-studded cast.

Then on Sunday nights, at 9pm, there is the Hammer Sunday strand, which this month features channel premieres of the immortal classics THE HORROR OF FRANKENSTEN and THE VAMPIRE LOVERS, plus Terence Fisher’s legendary  THE GORGON, and RASPUTIN: THE MAD MONK.

There is also a channel premiere for MILL OF THE STONE WOMEN, Giorgio Ferroni’s macabre tale of obsession, madness, and art in its most horrifying form.

Highlighted films in transmission order:

Fri 1 Sept @ 21:00 – M (1931)

A serial killer (Peter Lorre) is preying on children which leads to a manhunt by both the police and the criminal underworld. As the days pass we witness the psychological torment of the murderer and the societal demand for justice. This innovative, deeply affecting film, directe by Fritz Lang,  marked a significant milestone in the history of cinema.

Fri 1 Sept @ 23:00 –THE NUDE VAMPIRE (1970)

A man becomes inftuated by a young woman only to learn that her father thinks she’s a vampire. A quintessential Jean Rollin film and a memorable entry in the realm of avant-garde horror cinema.

Sun 3 Sept @ 21:00 – THE GORGON (1964)

*Part of Hammer Sundays

The legendary creature takes on a human form and begins to terrorise an innocent village by turning its occupants to stone. Directed by Terence Fisher, the movie offers a compelling take on the mythological Gorgon from Greek mythology.

Mon 4 Sept @ 17:00  – DR TERROR’S HOUSE OF HORRORS (1965)

Five strangers on a train encounter the mysterious Dr. Schreck, who uses tarot cards to reveal their terrifying futures. Each story unfolds with suspense, horror, and supernatural elements.  Directed by Freddie Francis, the film has made a cherished entry in the British anthology film tradition.

Wed 6 Sept @ 21:00 – THE WHIP AND THE BODY (1963)

A sadistic nobleman, believed to be dead, returns to his ancestral home to haunt his brother and former lover. As a series of brutal lashings occur, the family must uncover the truth behind the spectre and dark family secrets. Mario Bava’s daring blend of horror, melodrama, and eroticism has made it a cult favorite among fans of Gothic horror and Italian cinema.

Thurs 7 Sept @ 21:00 – DEEP RED (1975)

After witnessing the murder of a famed psychic, a musician teams up with a reporter to solve the gruesome mystery. They soon find themselves in the crosshairs of a serial killer with a bizarre, yet discernible pattern. To celebrate Argento’s birthday, NYX UK is proud to air a film that is considered a masterpiece of the giallo genre and one of Argento’s finest works.

Thurs 7 Sept @ 23:00 – SUSPIRIA (1977)

An American ballet student discovers her prestigious European dance academy is a front for something far more sinister and supernatural. As students mysteriously disappear, she must unravel the academy’s dark secrets before becoming the next victim. Argento’s widely regarded classic in the horror genre, is memorable for its vivid use of colour, striking visuals, and haunting score by the progressive rock band Goblin.

Fri 8 Sept @ 21:00 – MARK OF THE DEVIL (1970)

In 1700s Austria, a witch-hunter’s apprentice has doubts about the righteousness of witch-hunting when he witnesses the brutality and the torture and the arbitrary killing that go with the job. Michael Armstrong’s graphic classic of its kind, continues to provoke discussion and debate decades after its release

Sat 9 Sept @ 23:00 – LIPS OF BLOOD (1975)

A man’s recurring dreams of a mysterious woman lead him to explore his forgotten past and a hidden chateau. As he unravels the secrets, he becomes entangled in a haunting and seductive vampire legend. The film serves as a testament to Rollin’s unique contribution to the vampire genre, offering an avant-garde, unorthodox take on the traditional vampire story

Sun 10 Sept August @ 21:00 – THE VAMPIRE LOVERS (1970)
*Part of Hammer Sundays

The beautiful yet deadly Carmilla Karnstein brings her blood-lust to 18th century Germany. “The Vampire Lovers” marked a turning point for Hammer Films, pushing the boundaries of sexual explicitness in its treatment of the vampire legend.Ingrid Pitt delivers a memorable performance as the seductive vampire.

Tues 12 Sept @ 21:00 – DRILLER KILLER (1979)

A struggling artist in New York City descends into madness and becomes a serial killer, using a power drill as his weapon of choice. With its gritty, low-budget aesthetic and unflinching portrayal of violence, Abel Ferrara directorial debut has become a controversial and polarising entry in the horror genre.

Thurs 14 Sept @ 17:00 – DEMENTIA 13 (1963)

A widow plans to get her hands on her inheritance unaware a maniac is hiding on her estate. Copolla’s directorial debut remains a fascinating artifact in the director’s illustrious career. With its blend of gothic atmosphere, psychological horror, and early slasher elements, it’s a must-watch for any classic horror film enthusiast.

Thurs 14 Sept @ 21:00 – DEAD OF NIGHT (1945)

Guests at a country house gather round and tell tales of the supernatural. A British anthology horror film directed by four distinguished filmmakers – Alberto Cavalcanti, Charles Crichton, Basil Dearden, and Robert Hamer, this classic remains a cornerstone of British cinematic history.

Fri 15 Sept @ 17:00 – BLACK SABBATH (1963)

Black Sabbath is an Italian anthology horror film that features three chilling tales of terror, each exploring themes of supernatural horror, psychological suspense, and murder. With a framing device narrated by the iconic Boris Karloff, Maro Bava’s film has become a classic of both Italian and anthology horror.

Sun 17 Sept @ 21:00 – RASPUTIN: THE MAD MONK (1966)
*Part of Hammer Sundays

The most infamous man in Russian history journeys from being an outsider to being the main influencer of royal life, but he holds deadly dark powers. From the revered Hammer Film Productions and directed by Don Sharp, this sublime fusion of historical drama and horror features an indomitable Christopher Lee in the titular role.

Mon 18 Sept @ 21:00 – PHENOMENA (1985)

A girl with the power to communicate with insects is asked to help out in catching a killer. The movie masterfully combines Argento’s signature giallo-style thriller elements with a coming-of-age story, all imbued with elements of the supernatural and grotesque. This makse it a standout entry in Argento’s canon and a must-see for fans of Italian horror.

Tues 19 Sept @ 17:00 – THE DEVIL’S MESSENGER (1962)

Three deadly tales from Satan himself as he lures unsuspecting souls into eternal doom. This superior anthology, directed by Herbert L. Strock and Curt Siodmak, is a unique blend of horror and the Swedish-American TV series “13 Demon Street”. It takes viewers on a chilling journey through three macabre tales, tied together by a devilishly compelling narrative. Starring the legendary Lon Chaney Jr. as Satan.

Thurs 21 Sept @ 17:00 – THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (1960)

Seymour, a hapless florist discovers a strange plant with a taste for human blood. As the plant, named Audrey II, grows larger and more demanding, Seymour must face the consequences of his actions. Roger Corman’s unique blend of genres and memorable characters has earned it a dedicated following and lasting influence in the world of cult cinema.

Thurs 21 Sept @ 21:00 – TENEBRAE (1982)

An author becomes the focus of a deranged killer who is slaughtering anyone connected to his latest work. Renowned for its stylish visuals, brutal violence, and elaborate set pieces, it stands as one of the most distinctive entries in Argento’s oeuvre. Its influence can still be seen in many of today’s psychological thrillers and horror films, underlining its status as a timeless classic.

Fri 22 Sept @ 19:00 – LAST WOMAN ON EARTH (1960)

When everyone on an island dies a couple must decide how they will survive the future together. This post-apocalyptic science fiction film, directed by Roger Corman, is a unique exploration of human relationships and moral dilemmas in the face of survival,mmaking it a unique and thought-provoking addition to the genre.

Fri 22 Sept @ 23:00 – RAPE OF THE VAMPIRE (1968)

An enigmatic brother and sister lure unsuspecting victims into their vampire cult. As desire and terror intertwine, a dark, surreal tale unfolds, blurring the lines between reality and nightmarish fantasy. Directed by Jean Rollin in his directorial debut, this movie broke the barriers of the conventional horror narrative, introducing erotic and surrealist elements that would later become the filmmaker’s signature style.

Sun 24 Sept @ 21:00 – THE HORROR OF FRANKENSTEIN (1970)

*Part of Hammer Sundays

A young Victor Frankenstein delves into forbidden experiments, creating a monstrous creature that sparks a gruesome chain of events. From the iconic Hammer Film Productions, this reimagining of Mary Shelley’s timeless tale of gothic horror is flawlessly directed by Jimmy Sangster and introduces Ralph Bates as the ambitious and unscrupulous Victor Frankenstein.

Fri 22 Sept @ 17:00 – BLOOD AND ROSES (1960)

A woman becomes dangerously obsessed with a family curse of vampirism when she suspects her lover is being seduced by her vampiric cousin. As reality and fantasy blur, she must discern truth from hallucination before losing herself to the curse. Rogert Vadim’s exploration of themes such as forbidden desire, duality, and the nature of evil has made it a cult favourite among fans of Gothic horror and vampire tales.

Wed 27 Sept @ 17:00 – THE TINGLER (1959)

A pathologist managers to capture the parasitic creature which grows when its host is gripped with fear. Directed by the master of gimmick-laden cinema, William Castle, this film has become a cult classic, known for its blend of meta-narrative storytelling, creative special effects, and unforgettable cinema gimmicks.

Thurs 28 Sept @ 17:00 – PLAN FROM OUTER SPACE (1957)

Aliens attack the Earth bringing with them their evil “Plan 9”, resurrecting the dead to help implement their demented ideas.  Edward D. Wood’s beloved cult classic is a hodgepodge of zombies, aliens, and atomic age paranoia and is an enduring tribute to the filmmaker’s unique vision and passion, making it a compelling journey through the mind of one of Hollywood’s most infamous filmmakers.

Fri 29 Sept @ 21:00 – A BUCKET OF BLOOD (1959)

A struggling artist finds twisted inspiration by accidentally creating sculptures with real corpses. As his morbid success grows, he descends into a horrifying world of madness and deception. This black comedy horror, directed by Roger Corman, is a cult classic that stands as a testament to Corman’s unique filmmaking style.

Sat 30 Sept @ 21:00 – TALES FROM THE CRYPT (1972)

A Classic anthology, based on stories from the infamous EC Comics series, which sees five strangers given warnings to what awaits in their futures. Directed by Freddie Francis, Its blend of horror, suspense, and dark humour, coupled with memorable performances and a faithful adaptation of its source material, solidify its status as a classic in the horror genre. The stellar  cast includes Peter Cushing, Joan Collins, and Richard Greene.

Sat 30 Sept @ 23:00 – REQUIEM FOR A VAMPIRE (1971)

Lost in the French countryside, a group of friends stumble upon a chateau where an aging vampire and its servants are living. This is one of director Jean Rollin’s most recognised works, which stands out for its potent blend of eroticism and horror. The film’s exploration of female sexuality and agency within the confines of a vampire cult offers a chilling, provocative, and unforgettable viewing experience.

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August is an action-packed month on LEGEND, with gritty crime thrillers, electrifying epics, classic horror double-bills from the fifties and an alien-fighting Nic Cage, who stars in the UK TV premiere of JIU JITSU, a martial arts meets-sci-fi thriller. There is also a UK TV premiere for brutal Brit gangland heist thriller FREIGHT, which stars Billy Murray and Craig Fairbrass.

There also Channel premieres for cat-and-mouse mystery thriller MOJAVE, starring Mark Wahlberg, Canadian heist thriller PRECIOUS CARGO, starring Bruce Willis, epic sword-clashing adventure, LAST KNIGHTS, starring Morgan Freeman and Clive Owen and WAR PIGS, starring Micky Rourke, Dolph Lundgren and Luke Goss.

This month’s popular THE VINTAGE VAULT strand celebrates some great horror classics from the fifties, highlighted by the Channel premiere of THE CREATURE WALKS AMONGST US (1956), THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1957) and DRACULA (1958).

Plus, we take a nostalgic trip back to the seventies with the Channel premiere of THE SIX MILLION DOLLAR MAN. This hugely popular, Emmy-nominated series was one of the highest rated programmes of its day. Series 1 and 2 will run through the month.

Full film details in transmission order:

Fri 4 August @ 22:55 – FREIGHT (2010) *UK TV Premiere

Gabe (Billy Murray) is thrown into a turf war when his daughter (Laura Aikman) is brutally kidnapped by a group of Eastern European human traffickers. A battle of survival ensues as Jed (Craig Fairbrass) helps Gabe try to save his daughter and the city from chilling mafia boss Cristi (Danny Midwinter).

Sat 5 August @ 21:00 – WAR PIGS (2015) *Channel Premiere

Disgraced World War II army captain Jack Wosick (Luke Goss) is given the opportunity for redemption when asked to lead a rag-tag unit of misfits known as the War Pigs on a secret mission to go behind enemy lines. With the help of Captain Hans Picault (Dolph Lundgren) and Colonel A.J. Redding (Mickey Rourke), Jack sets out to salvage his reputation.

Sun 6 August @ 21:00 – THE MOLE PEOPLE (1956) *Part of The Vintage Vault

John Bentley (John Agar) leads a Middle Eastern expedition in search of a lost tribe of Sumerians. He and his cohorts follow a tunnel deep below the surface of the earth, coming across a tyrannical tribe of albino Sumerians, who use the semi-human Mole People as slaves. Aware of the danger the scientists pose, the subterranean High Priest wants them eliminated.

Sun 6 August @ 22:30 – TARANTULA (1955) *Part of The Vintage Vault

This classic science fiction film featuring screen legend Clint Eastwood tells the story of a scientist who, while researching the effects of a new synthetic nutrient, releases a giant spider. Directed by Jack Arnold and starring John Agar, Mara Corday and Leo G. Carroll.

From Tues 8 August @ 19:00 – THE SIX MILLION DOLLAR MAN (1973) Season 1 *Channel Premiere

This Emmy-nominated series was one of the highest rated programs of the 1970s. Lee Majors stars as Steve Austin, a U.S. astronaut who is critically injured upon re-entry, and whose damaged limbs are replaced with bionic, atomic-powered appendages. Now equipped with impressive physical capabilities, Austin uses his powers to fight international villains, mad scientists, and alien monsters. This series ranks as a cultural touchstone and one of the greatest superhero serials of all-time. Guest stars include Farrah Fawcett, Lindsay Wagner, and Louis Gossett, Jr.

Sat 12 August @ 21:00 – MOJAVE (2015) *Channel Premiere

A violent artist, Thomas, (Garrett Hedlund) has an ominous encounter in the desert with a homicidal, chameleon-like drifter (Oscar Isaac). This absorbing American crime thriller film is written and directed by William Monahan and also features Mark Wahlberg.

Sun 13 August @ 21:00 – THE CREATURE WALKS AMONG US (1956)
*Channel Premiere *Part of The Vintage Vault

The final instalment of the “Gill Man” trilogy finds the prehistoric creature far from his Amazon home, kept under close scientific scrutiny in a special facility in Florida. After a laboratory fire severely damages the creature’s gills, the head of the research team (Jeff Morrow) initiates an operation that will allow their subject to breathe through a set of latent lungs. But soon Morrow’s rehabilitation plans are destroyed, leading to a violent confrontation.

Sun 13 August @ 22:35 – THE MONOLITH MONSTERS (1957)  *Part of The Vintage Vault

 A meteor crashes in the desert, leaving behind huge black chunks. While being analysed in a science lab, the crystalline stones are accidentally drenched with water and begin to grow to gargantuan dimensions. A sudden rainstorm further exacerbates the situation, causing the monoliths to grow to hitherto unimagined heights. Can the world be saved by the saline solution which the scientists are hurriedly developing in the lab?

From Wed 16 August @ 19:00 – THE SIX MILLION DOLLAR MAN (1973) Season 2 *Channel Premiere

Further adventures of Steve Austin (Lee Majors), a U.S. astronaut who is critically injured upon re-entry, and whose damaged limbs are replaced with bionic, atomic-powered appendages. His machine parts enable him to have superhuman strength and speed. With these powers, Steve goes to work for the Office of Scientific Information, battling evil for the good of mankind.

Thurs 17 August @ 21:00 – JIU JITSU (2020) *UK TV Premiere

The future hangs in the balance as a being from another world returns to Earth to face off against the best warriors the human race has to offer. From special ops soldiers to the best in MMA, this epic battle for the survival of Earth will place humanity on the brink of extinction. An all-star action-packed cast lead the fight, including Nic Cage and Frank Grillo.

Sat 18 August @ 21:00 – PRECIOUS CARGO (2016) *Channel Premiere

International thief Jack (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) and his highly trained team get a run for their money when Karen (Claire Forlani), Jack’s gorgeous femme fatale ex, shows up and drags him into a dangerous billion-dollar heist. Little does Jack know they’re stealing from Eddie, (Bruce Willis) Karen’s ex-boss.

Sun 19 August @ 21:00 – THE ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN (1957) *Part of The Vintage Vault

An adaptation of a drama by Nigel Kneale, creator of the Quatermass series, this horror fantasy stars Peter Cushing as scientist John Rollason, who, ignoring his wife’s objections, joins an expedition lead by brash American Tom Friend (Forrest Tucker). They are searching for the legendary yeti in the high Himalayas – a quest with deadly consequences.

Sun 19 August @ 22:45 – THE DEADLY MANTIS (1957) *Part of The Vintage Vault

When a giant insect attacks several people in a remote Arctic region, Col. Joe Parkham (Craig Stevens) swings into action. Parkham and his associates, Dr. Ned Jackson (William Hopper) and Ned’s assistant Margie Blake (Alix Talton), track the predatory mantis as it heads southward to Washington DC.

Sat 26 August @ 21:00 – LAST KNIGHTS (2015) *Channel Premiere

In an age of honour and justice by the sword, Raiden (Clive Owen) is a fallen warrior who must rise up against a corrupt and sadistic ruler to avenge Bartok (Morgan Freeman), his dishonoured master.

Sun 27 August @ 21:00 – THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1957)  *Part of The Vintage Vault

Scientist Victor Frankenstein (Peter Cushing) will stop at nothing in his quest to reanimate a deceased body and assembles a hideous creature (Christopher Lee) out of dead body parts. He succeeds in bringing it to life, but the monster is not as obedient or docile as Frankenstein expected…

Sun 29 July @ 22:35 – DRACULA (1956) *Part of The Vintage Vault

This horror classic stands as the most famous and celebrated film version of the popular vampire story. Bela Lugosi delivers a star-making performance as the titular villain – his erudite, refined Dracula is at once alluring and terrifying. While director Tod Browning an effectively and haunting atmosphere. Also stars Edward Van Sloan as Dracula’s arch enemy, vampire-hunter Van Helsing.