Shelby Oaks
Shelby Oaks is a 2024 American supernatural mystery horror film written, produced, and directed by Chris Stuckmann in his feature directorial debut.
Shelby Oaks is a 2024 American supernatural mystery horror film and the feature directorial debut of Chris Stuckmann. The story follows a woman searching for her missing sister, whose disappearance is linked to the abandoned town of Shelby Oaks.
What it is
Shelby Oaks is a fictional horror film written, produced, and directed by Chris Stuckmann. It stars Camille Sullivan, Brendan Sexton III, Keith David, and Sarah Durn, among others. Mike Flanagan served as an executive producer. The film blends mystery and supernatural horror as the protagonist investigates her sister's disappearance tied to a ghost town.
Key details
The film premiered in 2024 and received a wider theatrical release in October 2025. It is not based on a true story, though it draws inspiration from online paranormal-investigation mythology. The cast also includes Derek Mears, Emily Bennett, Charlie Talbert, Robin Bartlett, and Michael Beach.
Canadian connection
Shelby Oaks played at Fantasia, a major Montreal-based genre film festival, making it relevant for Canadian horror-film audiences. The festival is known for showcasing international genre cinema, and the film's screening there highlights its appeal to Canadian viewers.
In short
- Chris Stuckmann's feature directorial debut.
- Stars Camille Sullivan and Sarah Durn.
- Not based on a true story.
- Screened at Montreal's Fantasia festival.
The film played at Fantasia, a major Montreal-based genre film festival, which is relevant for Canadian horror-film audiences.
Quick questions
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shelby_OaksSupports: Basic film identification, director, cast, genre, and plot summary.
- Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/shelby_oaksSupports: Synopsis describing the central premise.
- Movie Insider — https://www.movieinsider.com/m23819/shelby-oaksSupports: Release timing and note on inspiration from the Paranormal Paranoids mystery.
- The Hollywood Reporter — https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/shelby-oaks-review-chris-stuckmann-1236406297/Supports: Plot details and description of the film as a feature debut.
- ScreenRant — https://screenrant.com/shelby-oaks-hulu-streaming-april-2026/Supports: Release timing and streaming availability context.
- Yahoo Entertainment — https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/shelby-oaks-based-true-story-145436886.htmlSupports: Statement that the film is fiction rather than a true story.