Villains from "The Strangers: Chapter 1" have emerged from the big screen into real life.
The campaign for the horror film franchise has gotten intense, with people dressing like the fearsome trio Pinup Girl, Dollface, and the Man in the Mask.
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They've been spotted in New York City, Seattle, Austin, Las Vegas, the Coachella Music Festival, Stagecoach Music Festival, and Los Angeles.
People have documented the sightings on TikTok, and it's terrifying.
They appear in people's backyards and, in some cases, follow people home.
Viral campaigns like this aren't new for horror movies.
In 2022, the horror film "Smile" had people at public outings and sporting events smiling creepily at the camera.
The Fremont Troll isn't the only thing you'll find lurking around. Watch out Seattle, The Strangers are in town 😱@strangers_film @LionsgateHorror #seattleWaterfront #horror pic.twitter.com/XdpsEnQnwG
— Ye Olde Curiosity Shop (@YeOldeShop) April 4, 2024
Watch your step, NYC! The Strangers walking among us at Grand Central Station. #TheStrangersMovie Chapter 1 - In theaters on May 17th @LionsgateHorror @strangers_film pic.twitter.com/FeNd58FLyR
— Daily Dead (@DailyDeadNews) March 21, 2024
The Strangers have been spotted on house cameras across the country. pic.twitter.com/n7aAPxUXHx
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) May 4, 2024
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