At IGN Fall Fan Fest 2026, a clip from Shudder's upcoming crime thriller, The Cycle, was showcased. The film stars Deborah Ann Woll, known for her role as Karen Page in Netflix's Daredevil and as Faye in the upcoming God of War Ragnarök. Woll portrays Meg, a forensic anthropologist whose life takes a dark turn when her father becomes a victim in a crime she is investigating.
The narrative evolves from a police procedural into a supernatural horror story, according to details shared during the event. Horror author Stephen King lauded the film on social media, stating, "There's a movie coming on Shudder in October called THE CYCLE. I don't usually pump up horror movies (unless they are mine, haha), but this is special. Put it on your calendar."
Written and directed by Jordan Downey, known for his segment "Stork" in the horror anthology V/H/S/Beyond, The Cycle is set to premiere on Shudder on October 23. Fall Fan Fest featured 90 exclusive reveals across various entertainment categories, including games, movies, and collectibles. The event was streamed on IGN, offering announcements, trailers, interviews, and exclusive clips.