CM Punk and Justin Long to Headline Shudder's Horror-Comedy 'Night Patrol'

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Shudder is set to deliver a genre-bending event with its upcoming film 'Night Patrol,' starring WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk (Phil Brooks) and acclaimed actor Justin Long. The project, scheduled for a theatrical release on January 16, 2026, places Punk in a leading role as a police officer who moonlights as a vampire.This casting marks a significant expansion of Punk's acting career, demonstrating his strategic move beyond the world of professional wrestling. He joins a robust ensemble that includes comedic talent Jermaine Fowler, dynamic actor RJ Cyler, and rapper-turned-actor Freddie Gibbs.The film promises a unique fusion of action, horror, and comedy. For Shudder, AMC's premium horror and supernatural streaming service, this high-profile production signals a deliberate push toward broader mainstream appeal.By pairing a global sports entertainment icon with Long, a veteran of horror-comedies like 'Drag Me to Hell' and 'Tusk,' the service aims to attract both dedicated horror fans and new audiences from the wrestling world. The project underscores CM Punk's cross-platform star power and represents a calculated effort to create a major pop culture moment at the intersection of sports, horror, and digital media.

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