Badlands Launches New Horror Feature 'FOMO' With Production Set for Early 2026

FOMO, a new horror-thriller from director Kurtis David Harder and producer Scott Strauss under the Badlands banner, is officially in development and gaining early traction among below-the-line professionals. The feature, which explores the darker side of influencer culture, is expected to begin production in early 2026, with tropical or Southeast Asian locations currently being explored — though not yet confirmed.

With development underway, department heads in art direction, set design, practical effects, and cinematography should be preparing their reels and materials as this visually-driven project begins building its creative team. FOMO will blend sleek, high-gloss aesthetics with tense, primal horror, and is expected to demand close collaboration between on-set crew and post-production specialists.

Casting is still under wraps, but early signs point to roles requiring a wide range—from fashion-forward digital personas to physically demanding survival sequences. Stylists, SFX makeup artists, and costume designers may find strong creative opportunities here.

Given its genre, shooting style, and remote location potential, FOMO will likely seek crew with a background in fast-paced, resourceful setups. Location managers, line producers, and field coordinators should be monitoring this title closely. This is one of the more buzzworthy horror projects entering development and is a strong opportunity for professionals looking to work with a studio actively pushing genre boundaries.

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