Eerie 2022
"A horror turned comedy"
In *Eerie (2022)*, director John Hughes crafts a brisk, genre-blending short film where summer adventure takes a darkly comedic turn.
Director: John Hughes
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eerie (2022) about?
*Eerie* follows friends Jerry and Rig on a hike that spirals into psychological and supernatural horror after they're harassed by Jerry's brother Tommy and his friends. What starts as a summer adventure frays into a tense battle for survival as an unseen force preys on their ego-driven conflicts.
Who directed Eerie?
The film was directed by John Hughes, who also co-stars in the cast and brings a sharp comedic edge to the horror elements.
Who stars in Eerie?
The cast is led by Sean Costello as Jerry, Michael Hughes as Rig, with Ryan Coulahan, Reece Doyle, and director John Hughes rounding out the ensemble.
Is Eerie (2022) worth watching?
At just 13 minutes, *Eerie* punches above its weight as a tight horror-comedy short. While it lacks an IMDb rating for broader appeal, its genre mashup and atmospheric tension make it a compelling watch for fans of micro-budget horror or dark comedies.
How long is Eerie?
The runtime is 13 minutes, making it a perfect bite-sized chiller for a quick thrill or a cinematic palate cleanser.
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About Eerie (2022) — A 13-Minute Horror-Comedy Short with Supernatural Twists
In *Eerie (2022)*, director John Hughes crafts a brisk, genre-blending short film where summer adventure takes a darkly comedic turn. Set against the sunlit backdrop of July 2016, the story follows best friends Jerry and Rig as they hike a local mountain only to encounter escalating torment from a group of older guys—led by Jerry's brother, Tommy. What begins as loud, ego-driven harassment soon escalates into something far more unsettling, revealing an unseen presence lurking among them. As the humor curdles into unease, Jerry must confront not just his pride but the terrifying realization that they're being hunted by something beyond human malice.
With its razor-sharp blend of horror and comedy, *Eerie (2022)* delivers a micro-budget chiller that packs a punch in just 13 minutes. Sean Costello and Michael Hughes anchor the chaos as Jerry and Rig, their dynamic tested by escalating absurdity and dread. Finbar Kennedy and Reece Doyle round out the ensemble, while John Hughes himself steps behind the camera to shape a film that's as much a commentary on toxic masculinity as it is a spine-tingling short.