The days are getting shorter and there's an unmistakeable chill in the air (ok, it's still 1,000 degrees, but let us dream) and that means the best time of year is drawing closer. In celebration of scary season dusting off the very literal cobwebs, here's our picks for the best horror merch and collectibles coming your way this September.
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Buffy The Vampire Slayer Skullector Dolls - Mattel
Buffy The Vampire Slayer Skullector Dolls (Credit: Mattel) Buffy the Vampire Slayer fans haven't had the best luck recently, but hopefully some of the pain of the cancelled reboot series will be soothed by Mattel's new Skullector Buffy and Angel dolls.
Per Mattel, the Buffy and Angel Doll two-pack is ready for a “graveyard shift” in '90s-chic faux leather fits. Buffy Summers fights the forces of darkness with her stake and crossbow accessories, while Angel stays lurking in the shadows in a black trenchcoat and show-inspired sword necklace. Incredible.
You know the drill – Skullector Dolls sell out quicker than you can say ‘beep me', so make sure you're sat and ready to get your pre-order in on September 4 at 9am PT right here.
Creep Official Peachfuzz Plushie - Juniper Creates
Creep Official Peachfuzz Plushie (Credit: Juniper Creates) Patrick Brice and Mark Duplass' Creep-iverse keeps on expanding, with Season 3 of the cult found-footage series hitting Shudder on September 15. If you're looking for the perfect partner to watch with, make sure to grab yourself one of Juniper Creates' officially licensed Peachfuzz plushies.
With Velcro-attached accessories like a mini videotape and, of course, teeny tiny ax, this little wolfy weirdo is gonna be your new best friend. Sadly, not waterproof, so shared tubby time is unfortunately a no-go.
Evil Dead 2 Collector's Edition Rubber Ducky - TUBBZ
Evil Dead 2 Collector's Edition Rubber Ducky (Credit: TUBBZ) All TUBBZ are adorable, but this new Evil Dead 2 one headed our way this month has straight up stolen our hearts. Inspired by the boomstick-wielding hero Ash Williams, this officially licensed TUBBZ Collector’s Edition captures the horror icon in all his blood-soaked glory, complete with his signature blue shirt and fearless attitude that made him a cult legend.
Pre-order your groovy new bathmate right here for release later this month.
Silent Hill 2 Officially Licensed James Sunderland Inspired Backpack - OKS GEAR
Credit: OKS GEAR Incase you couldn't tell from our recent Pulitzer Prize-worthy review of the Silent Hill 2 James Sunderland body pillow, we're big fans of OKS GEAR here at FANGORIA and are always excited to see what messed up merch they've got in store for survival horror gamers. While their latest Silent Hill 2 offering isn't quite as questionable as a snuggleable wife killer, this James inspired backpack is still cool as hell.
The exclusive edition backpack comes with leather front patch, embroidered strap patches, padded straps, and an adorable custom Pyramid Head metal zipper puller, plus enough space to carry your town map, bottle of mysterious white liquid, letter from a dead wife, etc. While orders aren't expected to ship until October, we advise getting your pre-order in now, as OKS GEAR's catalogue tends to sell out pretty quickly.
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Trading Cards - Made by Mutant
CAMP MIASMA Trading Cards (Credit: Made by Mutant) Jane Schoenbrun's Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is a true love letter to the slashers of yore like Sleepaway Camp and Friday the 13th, with the nostalgia even going as far as the merch.
Made by Mutant, in partnership with MUBI, are scratching that '80s itch with an officially licensed Camp Miasma trading card set that comes in foil wrap packaging, and features exclusive photography and behind-the-scenes details from the production of the original film-in-film, Camp Miasma. While the 12-card set doesn't ship until October, we imagine any good collector will want to get their hands on the it post haste.
Yours Cruelly: Becoming Elvira Graphic Novel - Dynamite
Back in 2021, legendary horror hostess Cassandra Peterson, aka Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, told the story of her personal life, her experiences in show business, and the creation of her iconic character. Now, David Avallone, the writer of Elvira's comic-book exploits, teams up with illustrator Mariano Benitez Chapo to reanimate her memoir – this time, in graphic novel form.
Coming this September from Dynamite, the Yours Cruelly: Becoming Elvira graphic novel hardback edition will “delve into Peterson's struggles with self-image, relationships, and career in a candid and revealing account of her life. This is the indispensable behind the curtains look at one of the biggest icons of horror and entertainment.”
Pre-order Yours Cruelly: Becoming Elvira graphic novel hardback edition right here.
John Carpenter's Cathedral Original Soundtrack (Bleeding Eye Vinyl Edition) - Barnes & Noble Exclusive
John Carpenter's CATHEDRAL Original Soundtrack (Credit: Barnes & Noble) The closest thing we have to a new movie from John Carpenter is officially here with Cathedral, the first ever original graphic novel from the legend behind Halloween and The Thing. And because Carpenter is not only a directorial genius but also a musical maestro too, Cathedral comes with its very own soundtrack.
Inspired by a vividly cinematic dream Carpenter had in 2024, the story centers on an abandoned church in downtown Los Angeles that shifts from a forgotten building to the site of a waking nightmare, Cathedral‘s metal AF OST was scored by Carpenter and frequent collaborators Cody Carpenter and Daniel Davies.
Grab your official Barnes & Noble exclusive vinyl of Cathedral right here. While the graphic novel itself is currently unavailable online from B&N, you can check your local store stock for it here.
Train to Busan 10th Anniversary Tee - Fright Rags
TRAIN TO BUSAN Tee (Credit: Fright Rags) Can you believe it's been ten whole years since Yeon Sang-ho's high-speed zombie horror Train to Busan made us scream and cry in equal intensity? Fright Rags is celebrating the anniversary with a new line of apparel, with our personal fave being this tee featuring new art from Zachary Jackson Brown.
Although not shipping until October, the Train to Busan tees are sure to sell out quickly, especially with Yeon's latest zombie shocker Colony now in theaters. Pre-order yours right here.
The Vampire Lestat Fender Lestrat Miniature Guitar Replica - AMC
LESTRAT LIVES (Credit: AMC) The grand tour of The Vampire Lestat might be over, but fans can still show their love for the Brat Prince with AMC's official merch line. As with any pop diva worth his salt, Lestat's tour merch line includes keychains, stickers, hats and pins, but our personal favorite is this teeny tiny replica of Lestat's signature Fender, complete with bloodstains and all.
The officially licensed 1:4 scale Fender model measures approximately 10 inches in length, with each of them individually handcrafted from solid wood with metal tuning keys. Unfortunately not actually playable, unless you're a mouse.
Pre-order your tiny Lestrat (and check out the other pieces on offer) right here.
Vin Syn Mummy Skate Deck - Vinegar Syndrome
Vin Syn Mummy Skate Deck (Credit: Vinegar Syndrome) Not only purveyors of finest physical media, the great folks at Vinegar Syndrome also make a killer bit of merch, with our most recent favorite being this Mummy-adorned skate deck.
Designed by Mark Richards, the Mummy skate deck is made from 100% premium North American maple, stands at 31.5 in length x 9.375 in width, and has an aqua to purple fade stain bottom, with top side stain colors assorted and random, meaning every piece is unique.
Grab your Mummy skate deck from Vinegar Syndrome right here.
Amber T
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Amber T is FANGORIA's Head News Writer, resident Brit, and Japanese horror expert. Her non-news writing can be found on physical media releases by ARROW, Second Sight Films, 88 Films, Umbrella Entertainment, Vinegar Syndrome, Radiance Films and ERROR 4444, as well as frequently in FANGORIA's glossy paper pages.
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