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Pluto TV Launches Free Horror Streaming Extravaganza for April
More than 100 films, franchise runs, and series available without a subscription
Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:50am
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Pluto TV has launched a new free horror and genre streaming event called April Ghouls, featuring over 100 films, complete franchise runs, and full series available throughout the month of April on the platform. The collection is anchored by 13 dedicated horror and genre channels running around the clock.
Why it matters
This free horror streaming event from Pluto TV provides genre fans with an extensive on-demand library of classic and contemporary horror, supernatural, and thriller titles, as well as live channels, all without requiring a subscription. It builds on the success of Pluto TV's previous Halloween Hits event and taps into the growing audience for horror and thriller content, especially among younger female viewers.
The details
The April Ghouls collection includes complete runs of major horror franchises like Hellraiser, Children of the Corn, Paranormal Activity, Friday the 13th, and Scream, as well as beloved genre series like The X-Files, The Twilight Zone, Twin Peaks, Dark Shadows, and Ghost Whisperer. Additional film titles range from Event Horizon and Sleepy Hollow to Bram Stoker's Dracula, Evil Dead II, Pet Sematary, Christine, and Crawl. Viewers can access the content through live horror channels or the curated April Ghouls on-demand collection.
- April Ghouls is available throughout the month of April 2026.
- On April 20, all 11 seasons of The X-Files will stream in order on a dedicated channel, timed to Pluto TV's 'The Fan Is Out There' experience.
The players
Pluto TV
A free ad-supported streaming television service owned by Paramount Global.
What’s next
Pluto TV will continue to monitor audience engagement and viewership data for the April Ghouls event, which could inform future horror-themed programming and events on the platform.
The takeaway
Pluto TV's April Ghouls event demonstrates the growing demand for free, accessible horror and genre content, especially among younger viewers. By offering a deep library of classic and contemporary titles, the platform is catering to a passionate fan base and expanding its reach in the streaming landscape.
