Hollywood A-Listers Who Got Their Big Break in Horror Films

Patricia Arquette

The Arquette family is no stranger to the horror genre—not only did David have a recurring role in the Scream franchise, but Patricia got her start as a final girl. Arquette played Kristen Parker in A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987). To the chagrin of many fans, Arquette didn't return for A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988), instead choosing to pursue other opportunities.

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The More You Know

  • In 2002, Steven Spielberg finally finished college after a 33-year hiatus. He turned in Schindler’s List for his student film requirement.
  • Pixar’s, UP was the first ever animated film and 3D film to open the Cannes Film Festival.
  • While filming Rocky IV, Dolph Lundgren punched Sylvester Stallone's chest so hard, his heart slammed against his breastbone, causing it to swell and his systolic blood pressure shot to over 200. Filming was halted as Stallone was flown to a nearby hospital and spent eight days in intensive care.
  • Fantasia (1940) was originally a short called The Sorcerers Apprentice, but Walt Disney overspent on the score and decided to make it feature length film rather than waste money.
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