Got tickets for the Dragula Live Tour with the Boulet Brothers, but just can’t wait any longer? Have we got good news for you: Dracmorda and Swanthula are back with the Boulet Brothers’ Halfway to Halloween special. And we have a full rundown of what to expect from these devious hostesses of darkness newest television affair.
WHAT IS BOULET BROTHERS’ HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN?
In a notable change of style, Halfway to Halloween is the Boulet Brothers’ first scripted television project. Made in collaboration with horror streaming service Shudder and Good Fiend Films, it’s described as a variety show made to tithe over fans of the Halloween season who just can’t wait for October 31st to roll around.
The Boulet Brothers’ statement claims, “Like most of our fans, we have a difficult time waiting a full year to celebrate our favorite holiday, so we’ve pulled together an incredible group of actors, writers, and musicians to make this special the best Halloween special you’ve ever seen – even if we’re only halfway there!”
In the guest roundup announced by the Boulet Brothers through Variety and other outlets, they bill the show as “calling to mind the era of classic retro holiday variety shows” with scripted skits and musical performances. We’re personally hoping for something like those iconic cold opens that start every episode of the Boulet Brothers’ Dragula. Regardless, we’ll be getting all that good sketch comedy, singing, and dancing delivered by a colorful cast of guests. Speaking of which…
WHO IS GUEST STARRING?
Beyond the many exciting performers in every Boulet Brothers’ production is a cast of equally thrilling guest stars. Most notable this time around are stars like:
- Actress Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp)
- Writer and director Kevin Smith (Tusk)
- Legendary sci-fi and horror stuntman Derek Mears (Friday the 13th (2009), Predators)
- And eternal queen of scream queens Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, From Beyond, Jakob’s Wife, and so much more)
One of the show’s co-producers, actor David Dastmalchian (The Suicide Squad), will also be taking on a guest role. The most anticipated guest might just be beloved character actor Matthew Lillard, best known for his iconic performance as Stu Macher in Scream, a role that has recently drummed a lot of theorizing from fans begging for his return to the franchise. After all, there’s a reason he ranked so high among our favorite Ghostfaces.
Fans of the Boulet Brother’s Dragula will also get to see their fair share of familiar contestants. Be prepared for the return of the likes of fan-favorite drag queens Kendra Onixx & Melissa Befierce. RuPaul’s Drag Race fans will also be glad to find Katya will also be joining the roster of guests.
Boulet Brothers in Dragula: Halfway to Halloween. Photo Credit: Scotty Kirby/Shudder
WHERE CAN I WATCH HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN?
If you’re already a fan of Shudder like us, Halfway to Halloween will be playing through their streaming service, as with most other Boulet Brothers content. But it’s not the only way! Following Shudder’s acquisition by AMC late last year, you will now also be able to watch on the AMC+ streaming service if you’re subscribed there.
WHEN DOES BOULET BROTHERS’ HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN AIR?
Fans don’t have to wait much longer! After all, they’re not trying to keep the good candy out of reach. The show will release at the tail end of next month: Tuesday, April 25th. So have your candy corn at the ready, don your costumes, and get ready for one hell of a show.
Until then, don’t stop that Halfway to Halloween Party for nothing! I mean, the weather is getting so nice, why waste it?
Make sure you watch the newly released trailer below!
