Join us on one final journey into ‘80s Horror. This four-hour-plus finale to the most celebrated horror documentary series in history will shine a spotlight on the straight-to-video horror classics that defined the era.

Back now to reserve your copy and get involved in production like never before: vote for the inclusion of your favorite movies, submit interview questions, and join quarterly livestreamed meetings with the production team. Opportunity ends at midnight on Halloween.

New to the series or missing a Part I or II from your collection? Purchase the ‘Trilogy’ tier to get the entire collection or add individual items at checkout.

In Search of Darkness: Part III will finish the trilogy as we started it: with an incredible cast of horror legends providing critical takes, insider tales, and unheard anecdotes.

New cast members, including Dee Wallace (Actor - The Howling, Cujo, Critters), Adrienne Barbeau (Actor - The Fog, Creepshow) and Julie Brown (Actor - Bloody Birthday, Earth Girls Are Easy) will join returning favorites such as Robert Englund (Actor - A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise), Linnea Quigley (Actor - The Return of the Living Dead, Night of the Demons), Tom Savini (SFX - Friday the 13th, Day of the Dead), and Doug Bradley (Actor – Hellraiser franchise).

In this epic final chapter, our focus turns to the straight-to-video horror classics that populated the bottom shelves at the video rental store. Imaginative, gory, experimental - but always entertaining - these hidden gems are ripe for rediscovery, and we can’t wait to shine a spotlight on these lesser-known and underrated titles. We’ll also be giving some overdue attention to select theatrical releases yet to be covered by the series.

For the first time ever, we’re offering backers the unique opportunity to get involved in the production of the film like never before:

You Choose The Movies - Which films and topics do you want to see covered in In Search of Darkness: Part III? We’ll be surveying our backers to find out exactly what you want to see, then using that information to create the documentary.

Quarterley Live Q&As - Join the production team for quarterly live Q&As where we’ll answer your questions, provide insights into the production process, and deliver first glimpses of in-progress sections of the documentary itself.

Submit Interview Questions - Have you got a burning question you’d love to ask your favorite horror star? We’ll be offering backers the opportunity to submit interview questions before we film a new interview. 

Exclusive Backer’s Movie Club - Every month, watch a movie (separately) then meet together on Zoom to discuss a movie together in a moderated discussion with like-minded fans. This is in addition to our current bi-weekly watch parties and does not replace them.

Unearth Forgotten Gems - Discover lesser-known horror classics that you may have missed then tick them off on the included checklist. Share your progress with other members of the community - who will be the first to watch them all?

In Search of Darkness Membership Card - Display your membership of this select group of horror superfans with pride with our membership card. We’ll be using this card as a gateway to access exclusive future content and deals with selected partners.

This is your documentary: back now and help make the documentary you want to see. Opportunity ends on Halloween at midnight.

PLUS: 

Your Favorites Return - In Search of Darkness: Part III will see the return of many of your favorite horror stars, including Robert Englund, Linnea Quigley, Tom Savini, Cassandra Peterson, Lloyd Kaufman, Kane Hodder, Bill Moseley, Geretta Geretta, Doug Bradley, John Carpenter, Tom Atkins, and many more.

New Interviewees - Once we know what films our backers want to see, we’ll bring together a diverse range of new cast members to discuss them. Early additions include Adrienne Barbeau, Dee Wallace, Julie Brown, William Sandell, and Mark Mangini.

Complete Your Collection - New to the series or missing a Part I or II from your collection? Purchase the ‘Trilogy’ tier to get the entire collection or add individual items at checkout!

Your Name in the Credits - As with Part I and Part II, we’ll be crediting our early backers for their contribution towards making the documentary!

Back now to join our final journey into ‘80s horror. Purchase the ‘Trilogy’ tier to get the entire collection or add individual items at checkout.

Collector’s Editions

We will be creating Collector’s Editions for In Search of Darkness: Part III but we’re not yet ready to announce these. Any backer that comes on board now will be able to quickly and easily upgrade to the Collector’s Edition of their choice once we announce them.

Soundtrack

We’ve partnered with our friends at New Retro Wave again to curate our official soundtrack. NewRetroWave is one of the leading voices in the emerging Synthwave scene, providing exposure to Synthwave artists who perfectly complement the ‘80s aesthetic we’re celebrating.

Our soundtrack for In Search of Darkness was a huge success, reaching #5 on the electronic music Billboard Chart. We can’t wait to hear this one!

The Small Print

We have accurately portrayed our project as it stands at this point in time, however, creative projects are subject to change and ours is no exception. By making a pledge you acknowledge that elements of the project, including but not limited to the artwork, cast, and content, is subject to change, and that the final project may differ from what is presented while the crowdfunding campaign is active.

All backers are welcome to join our community, but to do so they must conform to the community rules which govern appropriate behavior. Repeated failure to act appropriately in the community will result in a ban.

Don’t have In Search of Darkness yet? No problem. Purchase the ‘Trilogy’ tier to get the entire collection or add an individual copy of In Search of Darkness at checkout.

In Search of Darkness is the most complete retrospective documentary of the genre ever made. Featuring compelling critical takes, insider tales, and unheard anecdotes, this extraordinary documentary delivers a new perspective on the decade that gave rise to some of the horror genre’s greatest films and franchises.

Over its four-hour-plus runtime, In Search of Darkness features an incredible cast of 45+ contributors, including John Carpenter (Director – The Fog, The Thing, They Live, Prince of Darkness), Heather Langenkamp (Actor – A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise), Doug Bradley (Actor – Hellraiser franchise), Kane Hodder (Actor - Friday the 13th VII-X) and Barbara Crampton (Actor - Re-Animator, From Beyond).

Each of the contributors gives their unique take on the genre and the films they were a part of. This is your opportunity to go behind the scenes of your favorite horror movies with the largest cast of ‘80s horror legends ever assembled.

Together, In Search of Darkness, In Search of Darkness: Part II, and In Search of Darkness: Part III will provide 13+ hours of incredible insights into ‘80s Horror. Offer ends at Midnight on Halloween.

Press for In Search of Darkness

In Search of Darkness received fantastic reviews from both critics and fans: 

"Compulsively watchable" - The Verge

"Absolutely captivating and everything I had been hoping for" - Nightmarish Conjurings

"An all-encompassing, delightfully spooky love letter to eighties horror" - Dread Central

"Guaranteed to be a documentary horror fans revisit time and time again" - Geeks of Doom

"A geeky and passionate tribute to American ‘80s horror films" - Sublime Horror

"Works great as a time-capsule film, cataloguing the best the decade had to offer and celebrating what made it such a special time in horror" - Film Pulse

"Thorough, affectionate, & endlessly entertaining" - The Spool

"A must-see, must-own documentary" - Saving Content

"A movie for the weirdos and misfits who have been obsessed with the darker side of things for as long as they can remember" - Goomba Stomp

"A towering testament to the love and passion inspired by ‘80s horror movies" - Boston Hassle

“A thoroughly entertaining documentary that provides a treasure trove of fun anecdotes and insightful analysis for hardened horror hounds” - New Horror Express

Don’t have In Search of Darkness:Part II yet? No problem. Purchase the ‘Trilogy’ tier to get the entire collection or add an individual copy of In Search of Darkness: Part II at checkout.

In Search of Darkness: Part II is a four-hour-plus sequel to the most celebrated horror documentary in history, featuring 15 new interviewees and 40+ returning favorites. This perfect companion to the original In Search of Darkness is filled with new stories and insights into the films you love from the legends that made them.

New Faces - including Robert Englund (Actor - A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise), Tom Savini (SFX - Friday the 13th, Day of the Dead), Nancy Allen (Actor - Dressed to Kill, Poltergeist III)  Linnea Quigley (Actor - The Return of the Living Dead, Night of the Demons), and Geretta Gerretta (Actor - Demons, Shocking Dark), as well as Clancy Brown (Actor - The Bride), Robert Rusler (Actor - A Nightmare on Elm Street 2, Vamp), Steve Johnson (SFX - A Nightmare on Elm Street 4, Fright Night), and more.

Unheard Stories - New and returning horror stars discuss even more ‘80s Horror films, including fan favorites such as Maniac Cop, House, and Shocker - plus new stories on your favorite franchises.

Explore A World of Horror - In Search of Darkness: Part II gives world horror films the recognition they deserve, including the films and legacy of Italian legends such as Lamberto Bava, Lucio Fulci, and Dario Argento, and movies from Spain, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. Plus director Shinya Tsukamoto joins our cast to discuss the making of his cyberpunk horror cult classic Tetsuo: The Iron Man.

Career Retrospectives - Horror Icons Robert Englund, Nancy Allen, Tom Savini and Linnea Quigley reflect on their ‘80s heydays in special segments dedicated to exploring their fascinating careers and experiences in detail.

Your Favorites Return - 40+ returning favorites return to give opinions and insights in all-new material, including John Carpenter (Director – The Fog, The Thing, They Live, Prince of Darkness), Heather Langenkamp (Actor – A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise), Barbara Crampton (Actor - Re-Animator) and Doug Bradley (Actor – Hellraiser franchise) as we dive deeper than ever before into all aspects of ‘80s Horror.

Press for In Search of Darkness: Part II

“There are so many great stories that were both funny and fascinating” - Nightmarish Conjurings

“It’s literally the perfect documentary” - On the House Movie Reviews & Podcast

“This documentary is something every film enthusiast and horror lover should watch” - The Blogging Banshees

“If the original documentary was Evil Dead, this one is Evil Dead 2!” - GoreyBits

“I could have easily sat and watched another hour or two” - Pizowell

“In Search of Darkness: Part II is an utter joy” - Upcoming Screen

Will You Be Offering Collector’s Editions?

We will be creating Collector’s Editions for In Search of Darkness: Part III but we’re not yet ready to announce these. Any backer that comes on board now will be able to quickly and easily upgrade to the Collector’s Edition of their choice once we announce them.

Why does the DVD version cost $5 more than the Blu-ray version?

Production costs per unit for low numbers (DVDs make up less than 10% of our sales) are substantially higher and this is reflected in the small price increase.

Do You Accept International Orders?

Yes. We offer free shipping worldwide to most countries, and accept most currencies through our secure payment processing system. Although payments are processed in U.S. Dollars, you will see the equivalent charge in your currency on your bank or credit card statement.

Will The Blu-ray Be Region-Free?

Yes, the Blu-ray will be region free.

When Will I Receive My Copy?

This is a crowdfunding campaign to fund the production of In Search of Darkness: Part III. All ordered items will be shipped together and we anticipate that shipping will happen in December 2022.

Why Is This Campaign Not on Kickstarter?  

We’ve decided to create In Search of Darkness: Part III in response to the overwhelming demand from our existing customers, and this campaign is aimed at them. Doing this on our own platform also enables us to invest more heavily in the production of the film itself than if we had run a Kickstarter (because Kickstarter has high fees).

How Will My Vote Be Counted?

In mid-November, after the campaign has ended, we will reach out to all backers with a comprehensive survey that will enable you to register your votes for which films and topics you most want to see. We will reveal the results of the survey and discuss how we will implement them in a live production Q&A which all backers will be invited to attend (a replay will be made available). This live event will likely happen in early December.

How Do I Join The Community?

We’ll email out to every backer after the campaign with details of how they can get involved in the community and what our next events are. Please also join us for our fortnightly horror watch parties on YouTube!

What Does The Membership Card Do?

Our membership is a tribute to the video store membership cards we all had. We’ll be using this card as a gateway to access exclusive future content and deals with selected partners. It will also look nice in your wallet!

What is Your Refund Policy?

We offer refunds until one week after the end of the campaign (7th november). After this, all money raised by the campaign will be allocated to the production of In Search of Darkness: Part III. This means that refunds will not be offered after this period. In the event of a problem with shipping (such as a damaged package) we will send out replacements.

How Long Will The Documentary Be?

Like the other two entries in the series, we anticipate In Search of Darkness: Part III will be four-hours-plus.

What is the Schedule for Community Events?

We’ll have quarterly live production Q&As and monthly film club meetings. We’ll also be continuing our fortnightly horror Watch Parties. We’ll be in contact after the campaign has ended with a more detailed schedule and dates for your diary.

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