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Night Patrol: Vampires Haunt LAPD in Upcoming Horror Film

11/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The trailer for the horror film Night Patrol, directed by Ryan Prows, features Jermaine Fowler and CM Punk as an LAPD officer linked to a vampire plot.
The film will hit theaters on January 16, 2026.
Night Patrol premiered at Fantastic Fest 2025, receiving positive early reviews, and features Justin Long, RJ Cyler, and Freddie Gibbs.

History

Historical Context

Richard Ramirez, known as the "Night Stalker," terrorized Los Angeles from April 1984 to August 1985, committing at least 15 murders during a series of violent home invasions. His brutal crimes sparked widespread fear and led to one of California's largest manhunts. Ramirez was convicted in 1989 and died in prison in 2013, leaving a lasting impact on crime narratives in Hollywood.

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Story summary

The trailer for the horror film Night Patrol, directed by Ryan Prows, features Jermaine Fowler and CM Punk as an LAPD officer linked to a vampire plot.
The film will hit theaters on January 16, 2026.
Night Patrol premiered at Fantastic Fest 2025, receiving positive early reviews, and features Justin Long, RJ Cyler, and Freddie Gibbs.

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