Full Breakdown
Curry Barker’s “Anything But Ghosts” Adds Chris Reinacher to Star-Studded Horror Lineup
6/3/2026, 4:03:57 AM
Announcement of the Film
Blumhouse-Atomic Monster, Focus Features, and Spooky Pictures have confirmed that Curry Barker’s next horror project, “Anything But Ghosts,” will feature actor and digital creator Chris Reinacher. The film also includes previously announced cast members Aaron Paul, Bryce Dallas Howard, Violet McGraw, and Cooper Tomlinson. Production companies Divide/Conquer, Image Nation, and the comedy collective That’s a Bad Idea are listed as co-producers.
Background: “Obsession” Sets Box-Office Benchmark
Barker’s most recent feature, “Obsession,” recently became Focus Features’ highest-grossing domestic release, earning more than $111 million and receiving an A- Cinemascore, a rating uncommon for horror titles. The success of “Obsession” prompted Blumhouse-Atomic Monster to identify Barker for “Anything But Ghosts” and to encourage Focus Features to acquire “Obsession” after its TIFF Midnight screening.
Key Talent and Production Partners
- Curry Barker – writer-director, co-writer of “Anything But Ghosts,” member of the viral comedy group “That’s a Bad Idea.”
- Chris Reinacher – filmmaker, comedian, writer, and digital creator with a YouTube channel nearing 400,000 subscribers; his short films have screened at Sundance and Cannes, and his recent sci-fi comedy short *Fly Me to the Earth* premiered on the That’s a Bad Idea channel.
- Aaron Paul, Bryce Dallas Howard, Violet McGraw, Cooper Tomlinson – returning cast from Barker’s previous projects.
- Jason Blum – producer (Blumhouse-Atomic Monster).
- Roy Lee & Steven Schneider – producers (Spooky Pictures).
- Adam Hendricks & Greg Gilreath – producers (Divide/Conquer).
- Ben Ross – executive producer representing Image Nation.
Quantitative Highlights
“Obsession” domestic gross: >$111 million. “Obsession” Cinemascore: A-. Reinacher’s online reach: >400 million video views; >100 million views for the digital sketch show *Read the Room*; >3 million podcast streams for *Wine & Weed*; ?400 k YouTube subscribers.
Official Production Announcement
The film is officially listed as a co-production between Blumhouse-Atomic Monster, Focus Features, Spooky Pictures, Divide/Conquer, and Image Nation, with Jason Blum, Roy Lee, Steven Schneider, Adam Hendricks, Greg Gilreath, Curry Barker, Cooper Tomlinson, and Ben Ross serving as executive producers. Reinacher’s representation includes Brillstein Entertainment Partners, Schreck Rose Dapello Adams Berlin & Dunham, and UTA.
Timeline of Development
June 2026 – Deadline publishes the exclusive announcement of “Anything But Ghosts” and Reinacher’s casting. Prior to June 2026 – Blumhouse-Atomic Monster encouraged Focus Features to acquire “Obsession” after its TIFF Midnight screening, establishing the partnership that led to the current project.
Industry Significance
The film pairs a studio-driven horror production model with a digital creator as a lead actor, illustrating the integration of online talent into mainstream cinema.
Upcoming Steps
Production details, including shooting schedules and a release window, have not been disclosed in the announcement.
