Studio 666is a horror comedy that stars the iconic rock band theFoo Fightersas they take on an ancient evil that has possessed their frontman,Dave Grohl, all while recording their 10th album in a haunted mansion. An over-the-top and impressively gory hard-rocking horror comedy directed byBJ McDonnell,Studio 666is the latest film to blend genre filmmaking and rock music, with the horror genre an especially good match to head-banging adventures of good, evil, and shredding guitar solos!
Now if you liked the film, then here are seven more movies to watch afterStudio 666.
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Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny
A fantastical comedy musical that tells the very fictitious origin story of cult comedy duoTenacious D,Jack BlackandKyle Gassstar as a pair of talented yet directionless musicians who are sent on a mission from metal godRonnie James Dioto start the “world’s most awesome band”. Together they embark on a heavy metal adventure to possess the mythical “pick of destiny” and dominate the world with metal.
In many ways a precursor toStudio 666, the suitably ludicrousTenacious D in the Pick of Destinyfeatures the D’s patented lowbrow humor, celebrity cameos from the likes ofBen StillerandTim Robbins, crushing comedy rock anthems, and even Dave Grohl as a rockstar Satan. Directed byLiam Lynch,Tenacious D in the Pick of Destinyfaltered at the box office yet has lived on as a cult classic.
From New Zealand comes the terrifically namedDeathgasm, a black metal horror comedy that starsMilo Cawthorneas the leader of a teenage black metal band. When the band comes in possession of a forbidden song called “The Black Hymn”, they conjure a demon apocalypse through their doom-laden sounds. Now they must find a way to rid the world of this evil, if they don’t destroy one another first.
Featuring buckets of blood and thrashing heavy metal riffs to spare,Deathgasmblends the violent splatter-fest carnage reminiscent ofPeter Jackson’s early work with a full-on faucet blast of heavy metal riffage and patented Kiwi humor. The results are a damn fine lowbrow exploitation work that horror and heavy metal fans will salute with many a devil horn.
Uncle Peckerhead
An indie horror-comedy from directorMatthew John Lawrence, the hilariously titledUncle Peckerheadfocuses on a small-time punk band named Duh who are ready to embark on their first tour. In need of a van, the band meets the friendly yet mysterious Uncle Peckerhead, who volunteers to be their driver and roadie. Soon, the Duh find out that when good old “Peck” hits the stroke of midnight, he turns into a man-eating monster.
Gloriously gory with a healthy dose of laughs and pounding punk rock soundtrack,Uncle Peckerheadsurprisingly contains a good-natured spirit throughout its grizzly, bloody road trip comedy shenanigans, withDavid Littletonespecially good as the title character, a man with a heart of gold and a monstrous appetite to match.
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Trick or Treat
The highlight of the 1980s heavy metal horror sub-genre,Trick or TreatstarsMarc Priceas Eddie, a bullied teen who is devastated when his heavy metal hero, Sammi Curr (Tony Fields) dies. When Sami arises from the grave with evil intentions, it is up to Eddie and his misfit friends to stop Sami and his plans for destruction.
Taking inspiration from the “satanic panic” hysteria that plagued the 1980s, theCharles Martin SmithdirectedTrick or Treattakes the teen slasher formula and blends it with a heavy metal supernatural tale that is never dull, with Field’s performance as satanic metal god Sami Curr, and hard rock soundtrack byFastway, keeping things lively. Cameos from metal godsGene SimmonsofKiss, and the “Prince of Darkness” himselfOzzy Osbournefurther establish the film’s metal credibility.
Bubba Ho-Tep
Directed by horror legendDon Coscarelli,Bubba Ho-Teptells the story of a very much alive, elderly, and incapacitatedElvis Presley(Bruce Campbell) who is living his twilight years in an East Texas retirement home. When an ancient Egyptian mummy begins feeding on the souls of the unsuspecting elderly residents, it is up to Elvis and his friend Jack (Ossie Davis) – who claims to be John F. Kennedy – to destroy the mummy and release the trapped souls of their friends.
A horror comedy that is as wacky as it is entertaining,Bubba Ho-Tepespecially works thanks to the spirited performance by Bruce Campbell, who gives his Elvis a contemplative depth without sacrificing the snarling badass edge that made Presley “the King”. Creepy horror filmmaking blends with loony comedy to make for a cult classic unlike anything else.
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
A potent parody of music-biopics such asRayandWalk the Line, theJake KasdandirectedWalk Hard: The Dewey Cox StorystarsJohn C. Reillyas Dewey Cox, a rock and roll superstar who creates every rock genre and overcomes every obstacle to become a music legend.
Featuring a soundtrack of comical yet catchy songs that are of surprisingly high quality,Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Storyalso features a smattering of well-known actors and musicians who cameo as music legends, withJack WhiteasElvis Presley, andJack BlackandPaul RuddasPaul McCarneyandJohn Lennon(respectively) being the highlights. It is Reilly though who steals the show as the talented yet dim-witted Cox, changing the world with his country-tinged rock songs while battling his demons one hard step at a time.
Following on from the critically acclaimedA Hard Day’s Night, this second film to star legendary English rock groupThe Beatlesis a madcap musical adventure in which drummerRingo Starrbecomes the target of a sinister cult. It is up to the other members of the Beatles – John Lennon, Paul McCartney, andGeorge Harrison– to save Ringo.
A much more fantastical and comedic film compared toA Hard Day’s Night, theRichard Lester-directedHelp!saw the Fab Four flexing their comedic muscles withMarx Brosstyle slapstick scenarios played out across swinging 1960s London. The naturally charming acting performances from the band are buoyed by their music, which includes classic hits “Ticket to Ride” and, of course,“Help!”
