"Fear Street: Prom Queen," the latest installment in Netflix’s "Fear Street" trilogy, is set to premiere on July 1, 2021, and fans are eagerly awaitng more information about this highly anticipated horror movie.
Here’s everything we know so far:
Background
The "Fear Street" trilogy is based on the popular young adult novels by R.L. Stine, known for writing the iconic "Goosebumps" series. The trilogy consists of a prequel, "Party Night," followed by its sequel, "Falcon Lake," and finally concludes with "Prom Queen". Each film takes place over the course of a calendar year, exploring the legacy of the cursed town Shadyside, cursed by the evil spirit Cindy Moody.
Plot (Spoiler-Free)
Synopsis: The story takes us back to the 147th year of Shady’s history, where Dee Dee Freeman, the unpopular and ostracized resident, has become the terror of the town. No one knows what drives the 17-year-old wild child to unleash her deadly wrath, but one suspect is her unrequited love for the prom quarterback, Sam. As teenagers prepare for the annual gala, the tension builds while Dee Dee’s maleficence grows. But could there be a deeper plan behind her madness?
Cast:
- Olivia Scott Welsh as Dee Dee Freeman/Prom Queen
- Dakota Shen as Sam
- Kiana Madeira and Ashley Zukerman reappear with their respective roles as Sammy Caine and Josh Nichols from the previous films)
Trailer and Other Visuals
The release of the official trailer sparks a lot of excitement regarding the visuals, sound mix, and plot development by director, Leigh Janiak. In the intense, two-minute trailer you can expect a glimpse from the Prom Queen’s destructive power, hints at connections between characters, and flashbacks from previous events – all hinting at events to come.
Notable Production
Fear is not just the title because of the content, considering the trilogy is a full-scale, theatrical experience built on an immersive world between the movies. Leigh, known for his work ‘Honeymoon’ the 2014 horror pic, takes charge of setting the scene with his eerie, dark vision.
Before the final act, two movies in the trilogy won’t give away the reason behind Dee Dee’s enigmatic motivations, leaving no stone unturned in Netflix’s final ‘Fear’ chapter. Will the world be surprised when the events unfold?
The wait goes on for July 2021 when Netflix’s much-anticipated ‘Fear’ trilogy reaches its climax by exploring Dee Dee’s life, a new tale bound to capture audiences’ emotional and suspenseful ride this summer.