Weekend Watch: Black Friday [2021 Horror/Comedy]

As the holiday shopping season looms, what better way to prepare for the chaos than with Black Friday—a horror-comedy that takes retail madness to a whole new level? This 2021 gem, directed by Casey Tebo, stars Devon Sawa, Ivana Baquero, and the always-iconic Bruce Campbell in a tale that’s equal parts absurd and hilarious.

Set in a big-box toy store, Black Friday kicks off as stressed-out employees brace themselves for the busiest shopping night of the year. But things take a wild turn when a parasitic organism starts turning customers into rampaging monsters. What follows is a blood-splattered, tongue-in-cheek battle for survival that gleefully skewers the insanity of consumer culture.

Bruce Campbell shines as the store’s hapless manager, delivering his trademark mix of deadpan humor and reluctant heroics. Meanwhile, the ensemble cast perfectly captures the grind of retail life, making it all the more satisfying when they band together to take on the chaos.

If you’re in the mood for something different this holiday season, Black Friday is a fun, gory escape that reminds us all why we avoid those doorbuster deals. Because honestly, who needs a monster apocalypse on top of a long shift?

And speaking of deals—SWIXXZ's Black Friday sale kicks off later next week, so keep an eye out for the kind of chaos you do want to dive into. Just no monsters, we promise.