Sun Apr 13 15:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Horror Filmmaker Chris Landon’s ‘Drop’ a Family Affair, and a Full-Circle Moment

**Los Angeles, CA** – Chris Landon, director of the upcoming thriller “Drop,” reveals a surprising inspiration behind his successful horror career: his late father, iconic television star Michael Landon. In an exclusive interview, Landon shared that his childhood was filled with horror movie marathons alongside his father, who starred in the 1957 cult classic “I Was a Teenage Werewolf” and was himself born on Halloween. This early exposure to films like “Friday the 13th,” “Halloween,” and “The Shining” laid the groundwork for Landon’s future in the genre.

Landon’s latest film, “Drop,” starring Meghann Fahy (“The White Lotus”), is a suspenseful thriller centered on a date night gone wrong. Landon describes the film as a “thrill ride” designed for the big screen experience, promising scares, laughs, and cheers from audiences. He expresses particular excitement about collaborating with Fahy, calling it a “dream come true.”

While Landon was previously attached to direct “Scream 7,” he’s moved on from the project, stating that it’s firmly in his rearview mirror. He credits his two children and husband with influencing his work, describing a shift towards a less cynical and more hopeful approach to filmmaking since becoming a father. “Drop” hits theaters [insert release date here], promising a chilling and entertaining experience for horror fans.

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