Shelby Oaks

Shelby Oaks
In the middle of a dark forest lies a cabin with a fox nearby
Teaser poster
Directed byChris Stuckmann
Screenplay byChris Stuckmann
Story by
  • Chris Stuckmann
  • Samantha Elizabeth
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyAndrew Scott Baird
Edited byPatrick Lawrence
Music byThe Newton Brothers
Production
companies
Distributed byNeon
Release dates
  • July 20, 2024 (2024-07-20) (Fantasia)
  • 2025 (2025) (United States)
Running time
102 minutes[1]
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$1.4 million[2][3]

Shelby Oaks is a 2024 American supernatural horror mystery film produced, written, and directed by Chris Stuckmann in his feature directorial debut. It stars Camille Sullivan, Brendan Sexton III, Michael Beach, Robin Bartlett, Keith David, Charlie Talbert, Emily Bennett, and Sarah Durn. The film is also produced by Aaron B. Koontz, Cameron Burns, and Ashleigh Snead.

Shelby Oaks had its world premiere at the 28th Fantasia International Film Festival on July 20, 2024, and is scheduled to be released in the United States by Neon in 2025. The film received mostly positive reviews from critics, with praise directed toward the first half, the atmosphere, and Camille Sullivan's performance, while the second half was derided for its lack of originality.

  1. ^ Cite error: The named reference Fantasia was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  2. ^ Colangelo, BJ (July 19, 2024). "The Incredible True Story Of How The Most Successful Horror Movie In Kickstarter History Landed A Theatrical Release". /Film. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
  3. ^ Earl, William (July 20, 2024). "How Chris Stuckmann Went From YouTube Film Critic to Making His Own Horror Movie — Courting Neon and Mike Flanagan in the Process". Variety. Retrieved July 20, 2024.