V/H/S/Mixtape (2026) poster

V/H/S/Mixtape (2026)

Film · Horror, Music, Thriller

TenseFunny98 minNR2026
IMDb6.7· 73 votesLetterboxd2.5/5RT53%Metascore41Roger Ebert1/4Trakt55%TMDB4.3

See it, ifif you enjoy experimental, music-led anthology horror and do not mind a jagged, uneven pace.

A high-concept horror anthology that uses music as a vehicle for stylized, found-footage scares. It offers a jagged, frantic viewing experience for horror fans who enjoy creative kills and a dark, rhythmic sense of the macabre.

What it is about

V/H/S/MIXTAPE cranks the volume on horror with a blood-soaked collection of cursed music videos, terrifying performances, and found footage. Press play. Pray it stops.

Trailer

What V/H/S/Mixtape is like, and who it is for

What it is like to watch

Watching this film is akin to scrolling through a corrupted, late-night video playlist where every signal is jammed by visceral imagery and heavy bass. The pace is frantic and intentionally inconsistent, shifting between abrasive music video aesthetics and the grainy, voyeuristic tension typical of the found-footage genre. It prioritises visual flair and rhythmic intensity over steady build-ups, creating a sensory-heavy experience that feels both claustrophobic and loud.

Who it is for, and who should skip it

This is strictly for anthology devotees and those who appreciate the intersection of subculture music and splatter horror. Fans of the diverse directorial lineup, including hip-hop icons and metal frontmen, will find their specific stylistic signatures throughout. However, viewers who dislike disjointed storytelling or the deliberately low-fidelity look of tape-based footage should skip it. A key caveat is the wild variance in segment quality; some chapters feel like fully realised nightmares while others are mere abstract experiments.

The right evening for it

It suits an upbeat late-night viewing where you can appreciate the craft of individual kills. It is best when you want something chaotic and loud rather than a cohesive, terrifying narrative.

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How V/H/S/Mixtape leaves you

One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.

Stills

  • Still from V/H/S/Mixtape (2026)
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  • Still from V/H/S/Mixtape (2026)
  • Still from V/H/S/Mixtape (2026)

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V/H/S/Mixtape soundtrack

Music by Tobias Forge, Flying Lotus and Alex Geringas

Questions people ask

Is V/H/S/Mixtape in cinemas?
Yes. It opened on 9 October 2026 in the US.
Is V/H/S/Mixtape a tense film?
Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Tense, with a funny streak. A high-concept horror anthology that uses music as a vehicle for stylized, found-footage scares. It offers a jagged, frantic viewing experience for horror fans who enjoy creative kills and a dark, rhythmic sense of the macabre.
How long is V/H/S/Mixtape?
V/H/S/Mixtape runs 98 min and was released in 2026.
Who composed the music for V/H/S/Mixtape?
The music for V/H/S/Mixtape is by Tobias Forge, Flying Lotus and Alex Geringas.
Is V/H/S/Mixtape worth watching?
It depends: if you enjoy experimental, music-led anthology horror and do not mind a jagged, uneven pace. IMDb users rate it 6.7 out of 10 from 73 votes, Rotten Tomatoes gives it 53% and TMDB users 4.3.

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