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By Jon Donnis
Get ready to unwrap a truly chilling holiday gift this December as NYX UK presents its "12 Slays of Christmas" movie marathon. Starting December 14 and running through Christmas Day, viewers can tune in at 9 PM nightly for a spine-tingling dose of festive frights. This seasonal lineup combines vintage classics and contemporary scares, offering horror fans a uniquely dark twist on holiday traditions.
A Bloody Countdown to Christmas
The "12 Slays of Christmas" features a diverse mix of horror gems, from psychological thrillers to over-the-top slashers. Each night promises a standalone fright, culminating on December 25 with the iconic slasher Black Christmas (1974). Other standout titles include Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) and its sequel, Santa's Slay (2005), and the bizarre cult favorite Santa Claus Conquers the Martians (1964). For those seeking chills with a vintage touch, A Christmas Carol with Vincent Price (1949) offers a hauntingly nostalgic take on the holiday classic.
Expanded December Programming
The scares don't stop with the 12-night marathon. NYX UK has packed its December schedule with additional horror treats, including eight channel premieres like Death on Scenic Drive (Dec 3) and Be My Cat (Dec 29). Fans of quirky supernatural adventures can also catch the animated series The Wicked! airing Mondays and Fridays at 4 PM.
Holiday Carnage into the New Year
NYX UK extends the festive terror into New Year's Eve, with a thrilling double feature: Lamberto Bava's Demons 2 at 9 PM, followed by the Jamie Lee Curtis classic Terror Train at 11 PM. It's a perfect way to ring in the new year for horror enthusiasts.
Engage with the Horror Community
Adding to the interactive experience, NYX UK is hosting live tweet-alongs during Santa's Slay (Dec 17) and Silent Night, Deadly Night (Dec 22). Fans can join the conversation on Twitter at @nyxtvuk to share reactions, theories, and holiday horror cheer.
Full "12 Slays of Christmas" Lineup
- Sat, Dec 14: Christmas Evil (1980)
- Sun, Dec 15: Silent Night, Bloody Night (1972)
- Mon, Dec 16: Tales from the Crypt (1972), "And All Through the House"
- Tues, Dec 17: Santa's Slay (2005)
- Wed, Dec 18: A Christmas Carol with Vincent Price (1949)
- Thurs, Dec 19: Don't Open 'Till Christmas (1984)
- Fri, Dec 20: Santa Claus (Mexico, 1959)
- Sat, Dec 21: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians (1964)
- Sun, Dec 22: Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)
- Mon, Dec 23: Silent Night, Deadly Night: Part 2 (1987)
- Tues, Dec 24: All the Creatures Were Stirring (2018)
- Wed, Dec 25: Black Christmas (1974)
For fans of festive frights, NYX UK's "12 Slays of Christmas" is the ultimate gift this holiday season. Grab your hot cocoa, turn down the lights, and prepare for a countdown to Christmas like no other!
