From Adweek · Bill Bradley · · 1m 20s
Bacardí and AMC Resurrect Crypt Keeper
Bacardí and AMC bring back Crypt Keeper for FearFest 2026 after 30-year absence.
In brief
Bacardí and AMC bring back Crypt Keeper for FearFest 2026 after 30-year absence. Bacardí and AMC resurrected the Crypt Keeper for AMC's FearFest 2026 anniversary after 30 years, with five new vignettes and all seven Tales From the Crypt seasons streaming. Originally reported by Adweek.
Crypt Keeper Returns
AMC and Bacardí resurrected the Crypt Keeper for FearFest 2026 after a 30-year absence.
Original Voice Artist Returns
John Kassir, the Crypt Keeper's original voice artist, returns to host FearFest 2026.
Five New Vignettes
AMC and Bacardí will release five Crypt Keeper vignettes across linear and social platforms.
All Seven Seasons Streaming
All seven seasons of Tales From the Crypt are now streaming on AMC+ and Shudder for the first time.
Bacardí VP on Partnership
Lisa Pfenning, VP for Bacardí Rum in North America, said the partnership shares values like self-expression and good humor.
AMC Marketing Lead
Mike DiGiacomo, head of integrated marketing and Content Room, AMC Global Media, said the partnership started quickly in early 2026.
Greg Nicotero Updates Look
Greg Nicotero, horror effects master and Walking Dead director, updated the Crypt Keeper's look for the partnership.
Future Plans Unclear
Bacardí VP Lisa Pfenning said the Crypt Keeper may return next Halloween but future plans remain silent.
The big picture
Bacardí and AMC resurrected the Crypt Keeper for AMC's FearFest 2026 anniversary after 30 years, with five new vignettes and all seven Tales From the Crypt seasons streaming.
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