Academy Museum Unveils Horror Show Exhibition with Carrie 50th Anniversary and John Carpenter Retrospective
Originally published Jul 8, 2026
By Pat Saperstein · Variety
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Key points
- The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will open 'The Horror Show' exhibition in September.
- The exhibit includes a 50th-anniversary screening of 'Carrie' with Sissy Spacek.
- A John Carpenter retrospective titled 'Prince of Darkness' is also part of the exhibition.
- The 10-month-long event celebrates the art and craft of horror films.
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is set to open a new exhibition titled 'The Horror Show,' dedicated to the art and craft of horror films. The exhibit will feature a 50th-anniversary screening of 'Carrie,' starring Sissy Spacek, and a John Carpenter retrospective titled 'Prince of Darkness.' The exhibition will run for 10 months and is scheduled to debut in September. The event highlights the enduring influence of horror cinema and celebrates key figures in the genre.
Read the original story: Variety — by Pat Saperstein