The Oscars Museum is Getting a New Horror Exhibition in 2026

With each year, horror movie done increasingly popular among moviegoers, and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles plans to recognize it with a new museum exhibit.

submerged”horror show” The presentation will chronicle the genre’s “enormous cultural impact and enduring legacy” with a focus on its tropes, themes and resonances. From a starting point called “The Hallway”, visitors can explore six different hubs modeled after the most well-known sub-genres: Religion, Sci-Fi, Slasher, Ghost, Specific Will, High Specification and Ghostlight. get outju-on, of 1931 dracula, and original the alien–and provides behind-the-scenes insight into their productions and storytelling. Finally, there will be a catalog and public programming that includes film screenings, gallery talks and even educational tours that will receive more information at a later date.

“Throughout the history of film, horror has thrilled and moved audiences, serving as a powerful outlet for expression and a tool for social commentary,” said Academy Senior Exhibitions Curator Jessica Niebel. “Through these stories, people have found catharsis and community among fellow horror fans around the world. I can’t wait for everyone—from the horror enthusiast to the horror-curious—to watch The Horror Show“

If all this sounds good to you, there’s a catch: The Horror Show Doesn’t actually start until September 20, 2026, and will last until July 25, 2027. At the time of writing, you can’t buy tickets that far in advance, but if you’re not local to LA, you can at least do some planning.

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