The Horror Show
About the exhibition
Just in time for Halloween 2026, the Academy Museum will unveil The Horror Show, a bold and immersive exhibition honoring horror’s enormous cultural impact and enduring popularity.
On view from September 26, 2026, to July 25, 2027, The Horror Show will explore and celebrate horror cinema, all centered around the question: Why do horror films matter so deeply to so many?
Blurring the line between museum presentation and eerie spectacle, The Horror Show will take visitors on a journey through “The Hallway” and six distinctly themed galleries: Gothic, Psychological, Science, Slasher, Religion, and Ghosts. Each gallery invites visitors into iconic settings, where they will encounter their favorite creatures, monsters, and objects.
The exhibition will explore representations of identity, sexuality, and ability in horror films while also offering a behind-the-scenes look at the storytelling and production processes of these films.
The Horror Show is organized by Senior Exhibitions Curator Jessica Niebel with Assistant Curator Nicholas Barlow and Curatorial Assistant Alexandra James Salichs. Additional support by THI Moving Image Lab Curatorial Fellow Bradford Nordeen.
This exhibition explores themes that may not be suitable for all ages and may disturb some visitors. Parental guidance is advised.
The Exorcist (BFI Film Classics)
Mark Kermode examines the enduring impact and controversial history of The Exorcist, William Friedkin’s landmark 1973 horror film. This revised edition explores the film’s production, deleted and reinstated scenes, and The Version You’ve Never Seen, alongside interviews with director William...
$15.95
The Exorcist - Levitate Bookmark
Give your next chapter a supernatural twist with The Exorcist Levitate bookmark. Featuring an illustrated Regan in her iconic levitation pose, this shaped design brings a chilling touch to your favorite horror reads.
Measures 2.75" x 8.75"
$6.99
The Exorcist Crewneck Sweatshirt
Pay tribute to William Friedkin’s landmark horror film with this The Exorcist crewneck sweatshirt. The black sweatshirt features the film’s purple logo on the front and its iconic, shadowy arrival scene in vivid green, blue, and purple tones across the...
$54.00
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The Exorcist Green Circle Die Cut Sticker
Add a haunting touch to your collection with this The Exorcist green circle die-cut vinyl sticker. Durable and eye-catching, it’s perfect for decorating laptops, notebooks and other indoor surfaces.
Measures approximately 3.3" x 2.5"
$2.99
The Exorcist Magnet
Celebrate the horror classic The Exorcist with this movie poster magnet. Perfect for adding an eerie touch to your refrigerator, locker or any magnetic surface.
Measures 2.5" x 3.5"
$5.00
The Exorcist Playing Cards
Bring the chilling atmosphere of The Exorcist to game night with this officially licensed playing card deck. Each card features its own distinct design inspired by moments and imagery from the iconic horror film—no two are alike. Includes 54 cards:...
$7.99
The Exorcist Pop! Regan
12-year-old Regan has been possessed by something outright evil, to the horror of everyone around her, and she cries out for help to be freed from it. Will you be able to help Pop! Regan find help in your collection...
$14.99
The Exorcist Pop! VHS Covers The Exorcist (Father Karras)
Bring a chilling moment from The Exorcist to your collection with this POP! VHS Cover featuring Father Karras. Inspired by the classic horror film, the collectible pairs a stylized Funko Pop! figure with VHS cover artwork inside a protective display...
$24.99
The Exorcist Regan Tee
Pay tribute to William Friedkin’s landmark horror film with this The Exorcist graphic tee. The white shirt features a chilling image of Regan on the front and the memorable quote “Mother, what’s wrong with me?” in pale purple lettering on...
$28.00
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The Exorcist VHS Pin Set
Relive the terror of William Friedkin’s The Exorcist with this six-piece lapel pin set. Each pin features memorable imagery from the film, including Regan, Father Damien, and vintage poster artwork. The complete set arrives in collectible VHS-inspired packaging with a...
$28.00
The Hammer Horror Omnibus
Four iconic Hammer Horror films are brought to the page in this collection of novelizations. Featuring The Gorgon, The Curse of Frankenstein, The Revenge of Frankenstein, and The Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb, the volume revisits tales of sinister experiments,...
$19.99
The Hammer Vault: Treasures From The Archive of Hammer Films
Explore the legacy of a legendary horror studio with The Hammer Vault: Treasures From the Archive of Hammer Films. Marcus Hearn brings together rare photographs, annotated scripts, production designs, unused poster artwork and private correspondence for a fascinating look behind...
$39.99
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The Horror Show Catalogue
The Horror Show Edited by Jessica Niebel. Foreword by Amy Homma. Introduction by Jessica Niebel. Text by Nicholas Barlow, Willem Dafoe, Tananarive Due, Kier-La Janisse, Rebekah McKendry, Carmen Maria Machado, Lindsay Nelson, Osgood Perkins and Angela M. Smith. Section texts...
$49.95
The Horror Show Magazine
The Horror Show Edited by Jessica Niebel. Foreword by Amy Homma. Introduction by Jessica Niebel. Text by Nicholas Barlow, Willem Dafoe, Tananarive Due, Kier-La Janisse, Rebekah McKendry, Carmen Maria Machado, Lindsay Nelson, Osgood Perkins and Angela M. Smith. Section texts...
$24.95
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The Horror Show Special FX Makeup Kit
Create your own cinematic horror makeup looks with this special effects kit developed in collaboration with Academy Award–winning special makeup effects artist Howard Berger. Featuring professional-quality makeup, application tools, and accessories, the kit includes everything needed to create zombie makeup,...
$150.00
The Lost Boys (Soundtrack) Red Smoke Vinyl, limited
Return to Santa Carla with the original motion picture soundtrack to The Lost Boys (1987). Featuring “Cry Little Sister,” Echo & the Bunnymen’s “People Are Strange,” and Tim Cappello’s “I Still Believe,” this red smoke vinyl edition brings the cult...
$40.00
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The Monkey- Official Monkey Figurine
Bring home the sinister centerpiece from The Monkey, the horror film based on Stephen King's chilling short story. Inspired by the cursed wind-up monkey featured in the film, this officially licensed collectible recreates the unforgettable prop in detailed soft vinyl....
$125.00
The Pocket Horror Movies
Big scares come in a small package with The Pocket Horror Movies. This compact guide explores fifty standout horror films, from subtle chills to gruesome thrills, offering inspiration for your next movie night. Part of the Gemini Pockets series, it’s...
$9.95
The Ring Original Motion Picture Music by Hans Zimmer
Experience Hans Zimmer’s haunting score for Gore Verbinski’s The Ring, presented in full on vinyl for the first time. Created for the film’s 20th anniversary, this deluxe edition pairs the atmospheric score with new artwork by Matt Needle. 180-gram 2-LP...
$40.00
The Shining A Novel By Stephen King
Check into the Overlook Hotel with Stephen King’s The Shining. When Jack Torrance takes a job as winter caretaker, he hopes the remote hotel will offer a fresh start for his family. But as snow cuts them off from the...
$20.00
The Shining Lenticular Pin
A chilling tribute to Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. Designed to resemble a vintage television, this lenticular lapel pin shifts between two iconic images from the film as it moves. Finished in glossy black, it’s a striking addition to any jacket,...
$12.00
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The Shining Room 237 Overlook Hotel Keychain
Created exclusively for the Academy Museum’s Horror Show exhibition, this red, vintage motel-style keychain is inspired by the Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. It features the infamous Room 237 on the front and Overlook Hotel artwork on the...
$8.99
The Silence of the Lambs Pop! Hannibal
Set the table for Pop! Hannibal from The Silence of the Lambs Pop! Hannibal, with a fork in one hand and a knife in the other, is ready to pair whatever you’re serving with a nice chianti. Capture him for...
$14.99
The Silence of the Lambs-2nd Edition (BFI Film Classics)
Explore the unsettling world of The Silence of the Lambs with Yvonne Tasker’s insightful study of Jonathan Demme’s iconic film. Part of the BFI Film Classics series, this book examines its blend of horror, gothic storytelling, and crime thriller, exploring...
$15.95
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974): Artist Variant Poster
Bring a landmark of horror cinema to your wall with Rob Jones’s Artist Variant poster for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974). Screen printed in three colors on French Razzle Berry paper, this collectible edition is limited to 65 prints,...
$70.00
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Official Story of the Film
Go behind the scenes of a horror landmark with The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Official Story of the Film. John Walsh explores the making of the 1974 classic through cast and crew interviews, rare production photographs, and archival materials,...
$50.00
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) - Keychain Plush Chainsaw
Relive the terror of the 1974 horror classic with this Texas Chain Saw Massacre plush keychain. Shaped like Leatherface’s chainsaw, this soft accessory plays authentic chainsaw sounds when squeezed. Attach it to a bag, backpack or keys for a frightfully...
$19.99
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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre - Leatherface 8" Clothed Action Figure in Window Box Packaging
Inspired by Tobe Hooper’s 1974 film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, this NECA Leatherface action figure recreates the character’s classic yellow apron look with tailored fabric clothing and a striped shirt. The fully articulated figure combines retro-style presentation with detailed accessories...
$37.99
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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Apron
Created exclusively for the Academy Museum’s Horror Show exhibition, this bold cotton apron pays tribute to Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. The design features the film’s logo against a distressed yellow-and-red print, with an adjustable neck strap and...
$24.00
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Ceramic Mug
Show your love for the Lone Star State—with a sinister twist. Inspired by Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, this ceramic mug features a playful “I Love TX” design with Leatherface in place of the heart and the film’s...
$18.99
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Iron-On Patch & Lapel Pin Set
Celebrate Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre with this four-piece iron-on patch and lapel pin set. Featuring the film’s title treatment, original poster artwork, and two Leatherface designs, the set is perfect for customizing jackets, bags, hats, or a...
$24.00
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Leatherface Air Freshener
This air freshener features Leatherface wielding his signature chainsaw in artwork inspired by Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. With an appropriately chilling leather scent, it brings a touch of horror to your car or space. Leather scented Includes...
$8.99
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre OST Pretty Woman Variant
Experience the unnerving sound of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) with the original motion picture score by Tobe Hooper and Wayne Bell. Sourced from the original master tapes, this experimental score captures the film’s relentless tension. Our exclusive “Pretty...
$35.00
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Pretty Woman Leatherface Phunny Plush
Inspired by Leatherface’s “Pretty Woman” look from the 1974 horror classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, this Kidrobot Phunny plush recreates the iconic character with his distinctive mask, wild hair, and bloody chainsaw accessory. Material: Plush with felt details Dimensions:...
$16.99
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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Slaughters BBQ Cap
Serve up a sinister nod to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre with this Slaughter’s Barbecue hat. Featuring a woodland camouflage pattern and a front logo patch, this cap brings a subtle touch of horror to everyday wear, finished with a...
$26.00
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: Leatherface Mini TUBBZ
Leatherface is on the rampage—this time as a Mini TUBBZ cosplaying duck. Inspired by The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, this officially licensed collectible captures the iconic horror villain in a compact, unexpectedly adorable form. It arrives in a mini display...
$9.99
The Thing -2nd Edition (BFI Film Classics)
Explore the paranoia, practical effects and enduring impact of John Carpenter’s The Thing with Anne Billson’s insightful study. Part of the BFI Film Classics series, this illustrated volume examines how the once-dismissed 1982 film became a landmark of science-fiction horror....
$15.95
The Thing by Ken Taylor Poster
Inspired by John Carpenter’s The Thing, this illustrated poster captures the chilling isolation of the Antarctic landscape with a lone dog standing against the snow. Atmospheric artwork and subtle details evoke the tension and mystery of the 1982 science-fiction horror...
$100.00
Ultimate Jigsaw Killer (Red Robe) 7" Scale Action Figurine
Inspired by the Saw films, this 7" action figure recreates Jigsaw in his signature red robe. The Ultimate edition features a fully articulated body beneath a wired fabric robe and comes with an assortment of interchangeable parts and accessories inspired...
$34.99
Universal Horror 3D Foam Bag Clip, Series 4
Unwrap a terrifying surprise with the Universal Horror Series 4 Figural Bag Clip collection. Each blind bag contains one randomly selected 3D foam bag clip featuring a character or design inspired by fan-favorite horror films. Possible designs include: Angela and...
$6.99
Universal Horror 3D Foam Bag Clip, Series 5
Unwrap a frightening surprise with a Universal Horror Series 5 3D Foam Bag Clip. Each sealed blind bag contains one randomly selected figural bag clip inspired by iconic horror films. Possible designs feature characters and artwork from Dawn of the...
$6.99
Universal Monsters 3D Bag Clip, Series 3
Unwrap a monstrous surprise with the Universal Monsters Series 3 3D Foam Bag Clip blind bag. Each package contains one randomly selected collectible featuring classic characters such as Frankenstein’s Monster, Dracula, the Bride of Frankenstein, the Mummy, the Wolf Man,...
$6.99
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK
Universal Monsters Little Golden Book (Funko Pop!) Hardcover – Picture Book, September 7, 2021 by M. D. Brundlefly (Author), Meg Dunn (Illustrator) Adorable Funko Pop! versions of the Universal Monsters: Dracula, Frankenstein, Bride of Frankenstein, Wolfman and other classic creatures...
$5.99
Universal Monsters The Bride of Frankenstein Tin Tote
Carry a little classic horror with The Bride of Frankenstein tin tote from Factory Entertainment. Featuring a retro lunch-box design and sturdy metal construction, this collectible makes a striking display piece or storage spot for your favorite small treasures. Dimensions:...
$16.99
Universal Monsters
Even monsters need a little patching up. These collectible Universal Monsters bandages feature stylized artwork inspired by Frankenstein, the Bride of Frankenstein, Dracula, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, and the Wolf Man. Includes 25 sterile, latex-free bandages Five designs...
$7.99
Universal Monsters: Dracula Mini TUBBZ
The Prince of Darkness has taken a new form—and he’s ready to quack eternal! This officially licensed Mini TUBBZ transforms Dracula into a pint-sized vampire duck, complete with his signature high-collared cape and piercing gaze. Presented in a themed mini...
$9.99
US: THE COMPLETE ANNOTATED SCREENPLAY
Us: The Complete Annotated Screenplay Paperback – September 3, 2024 by Jordan Peele (Author), hannah baer (Contributor), Jamieson Webster (Contributor), Jared Sexton (Contributor), Theaster Gates (Contributor), Mary Ping (Contributor), Shana Redmond (Contributor), Leila Taylor (Contributor) A masterpiece of identity horror...
$19.95
Warner Brothers Horror 3D Foam Bag Clip, Series 10
Add a frightful surprise to your collection with the WB Horror Series 10 3D Foam Bag Clip 6-Pack. Each pack includes six individually wrapped blind-bag collectibles featuring randomly selected characters from Warner Bros. horror favorites. Rare chase variants may be...
$6.99
Warner Brothers Horror – IT Georgie 3D Foam Magnet
Add an eerie touch to your collection with this IT 3D foam magnet featuring Georgie in his signature yellow raincoat holding Pennywise’s red balloon. Perfect for decorating refrigerators, lockers and other magnetic surfaces. Measures approximately 2" wide x 3" tall...
$6.00
WOMEN MAKE HORROR:FILMMAKING, FEMINISM,GENRE
Women Make Horror: Filmmaking, Feminism, Genre Paperback – September 17, 2020by Alison Peirse (Editor, Contributor), Alicia Kozma (Contributor), Alexandra Heller-Nicholas (Contributor), Martha Shearer (Contributor), Katia Houde (Contributor), Tosha R. Taylor (Contributor), Dahlia Schweitzer (Contributor), Laura Mee (Contributor), Katarzyna Paszkiewicz (Contributor),...
$36.95
