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HBO Max launches October 2026 with the premiere of the British legal drama 'War' and a massive influx of horror titles for Halloween. The platform adds major films like 'The Housemaid,' 'The Death of Robin Hood,' and Olivia Wilde's 'The Invite,' alongside new series such as 'The Pet Cemetery Murders' and 'Evil Dead Burn.'
Epic Games confirmed a massive crossover with Five Nights at Freddy's for its annual Halloween event, Fortnitemares, launching October 1. The announcement tweet became the most-liked in Fortnite's history, signaling unprecedented fan enthusiasm. The event also features crossovers with Beetlejuice, Freddy Krueger, Slender Man, and The Purge, with additional collaborations potentially rolling out throughout October.
DoorDash analyzed 2025 Halloween orders to determine the most popular candy in each US state for 2026. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups topped the list in 15 states, primarily in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. The South favored budget-friendly options like Sweet Smiles, while fruity candies ranked lower nationally but held regional popularity.
Hersheypark in Hershey, PA, announced on Sept. 7, 2026, that it will permanently close its 32-year-old water ride Tidal Force on The Boardwalk after the park’s 120th summer season. The ride, which opened in 1994 and features a 100-foot incline with speeds over 50 mph, won’t be replaced as part of the Boardwalk. The park will remain open on weekends through Nov. 1 for fall events (Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights) and will host Christmas Candylane through Jan. 3, 2027, with reopening planned for early 2027, though an exact date hasn’t been announced.
The new Halloween video game from IllFonic removed a controversial minigame in which the game’s 56-year-old Dr. Loomis could engage in sexual activity with teenage characters; the minigame, which involved hiding in closets and a heart-meter mechanic, went viral on social media and sparked backlash, prompting the developers to yank it before the wide release, now scheduled for Sept. 8 with no immediate comment from IllFonic.
Target, Walmart, and Amazon pulled Orion Costumes’ 'German Army Soldier Adult Costume' after criticism it evoked WWII German uniforms; the listings were removed from the retailers’ sites, though Google search results still show pages. Walmart and Amazon confirmed the removals, while Target did not comment. The move follows Target’s earlier backlash over an offensive clown costume and ties into broader debates over DEI policies and brand reputation amid political pressure.
Target has removed a kids' Halloween costume after social media critics said it resembled a racist caricature, with the company apologizing and saying the outfit was offensive and should never have been sold. The retailer will review how the item was allowed in its assortment as it faces broader scrutiny over its DEI targets and handling of Pride-related products.
Target apologized and pulled the 'Kids’ Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume' after social-media backlash accusing it of evoking Blackface; the Hyde and EEK Boutique product is no longer for sale, and Target says it is reviewing how the item was approved amid ongoing criticism of its DEI and brand rehabilitation efforts, with shares rising about 2.7% after the announcement.
Target removed a Halloween costume from shelves after criticism that it resembled racist caricatures, apologized, said the design was offensive and has been discontinued, and pledged to review its processes to prevent a repeat.
Target removed the Kids’ Glows under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween costume after social media backlash accusing it of racist blackface/minstrel imagery and a Jim Crow-era pose; the company apologized, saying the outfit is no longer for sale and that it will review how it was approved.
Target pulled the Kids' Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume from its Hyde and EEK Boutique line after social media backlash accusing it of resembling Blackface; the company apologized, said it was offensive and no longer for sale, and vowed to review internal processes as it faces ongoing optics and DEI-related scrutiny alongside competitive retail pressures.
Target removed a ‘Kids’ Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume’ after social media backlash claiming it resembled a racist minstrel caricature of Black people. The company apologized, said the costume should never have been sold, and pledged to review how the oversight occurred. The incident adds to ongoing DEI-related scrutiny of Target’s practices, as the retailer navigates a bumpy financial path that includes a prior stock decline and a tentative rebound.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins return for Halloween 2026 after a federal judge dismissed a Florida lawsuit alleging deceptive packaging, with Hershey calling them a returning favorite and adding an Amazon-exclusive Reese’s Pumpkin Bowl; the case was dismissed for lack of financial loss.
Katie Dippold explains how Widow’s Bay blends horror with humor, reveals Easter eggs inspired by Halloween and Scream (including the Loomis‑like Tom Loftis), and discusses writing approach, actor contributions, and Matthew Rhys’ performance in balancing scares with comedy, all amid the show's Emmy buzz.
Home Depot is updating its viral 12-foot Skelly skeleton for 2026 with a mobile‑app–controlled talking mouth, 20 LCD eye animations, and the ability to customize head/mouth movements and record up to 30 sounds, plus real-time Bluetooth speaking; the upgraded model costs $379 online (with a simpler $299 version returning) and is part of a broader Halloween collection.