Feature · Comedy · Horror · 110 pages
Status: Spec
A brother and sister discover that one of their parents might be a serial killer and team up with the other to put an end to their killing spree.
A Comedy/Horror Mash-Up
ADVENTURES IN SERIAL KILLING
What Reviewers Are Saying
“ADVENTURES IN SERIAL KILLING nails its premise in the first few pages. We’re all on board with the happy Smith family, loading up their van after another family vacation – and then that turn on page 4 when the cleaning crew member enters the hotel room and discovers the horrors inside plunges us into a truly fun, action-packed script about a very unique and particular family. I loved all the references to horror trivia – they felt so natural and organic to the storytelling of this script.”
— Academy Awards Nicholl Fellowship
“It's been a while since horror comedies enjoyed the spotlight, so Adventures in Serial Killing would be a breath of fresh air in today's narrative trends.”
— The Golden Script Fellowship
“Adventures in Serial Killing is an outstanding writing sample showcasing a talented writer with excellent command of structure and exceptional attention to details. The twists, turns, and reveals are masterfully plotted, leaving readers invested in where the story goes next. Every story seed planted pays off. The action sequences are well composed, and the dialogue shapes distinctly voiced and personable characters. In general, the script also is a great homage to film culture”
— Austin Film Festival Notes 2024 [SECOND ROUNDER]
“Adventures in Serial Killing packs a unique punch. We love the idea that the writer is able to blend the comedy so well into this horror story, especially in the closing act when the choices get darker by the page.”
— Independent Screenwriters Association
“Adventures In Serial Killing is a masterful blend of tension, emotion, and mystery, with authentic dialogue and character dynamics that make it both relatable and chilling.”
— BlueCat Screenplay Competiton 2024
“(Adventures In Serial Killing) is an entertaining read. It has a strong and unique concept. The characters are intriguing. The dialogues are engaging. The writing style is clear. The story moves at a great pace which helps us stay hooked to the script.”
— ScreenCraft Feature Competition (2024)
“ADVENTURES IN SERIAL KILLING presents a hugely original core premise... There is much malicious and delicious content here. The voice on the page shows a great deal of imagination and some wonderful details and deep dives into pop culture and horror/sci-fi movie references”
— Academy Awards Nicholl Fellowship
“(E)verything works in this script. The dialogue is fantastic with lots of humor, tension, and distinct voices to enhance the characters’ personalities. Not only have you nailed all of the story elements, but the writing is crisp and error-free, which makes it easier to imagine how everything will play out on screen. The story maintains its momentum from start to finish and each new twist only makes it all that much more compelling.”
— BlueCat Screenplay Competiton 2024
NOTABLE AWARDS
TOP 1% Badge - Coverfly.com
Winner - Dallas International Film Festival 2024 [Comedy]
Second Rounder - Austin Film Festival 2024
Finalist - Atlanta Film Festival Screenplay Competition 2024
Finalist - Emerging Screenwriters Screenplay Competition 2022
Finalist - Filmmatic Comedy Screenplay Awards - Season 9 [2024]
Finalist - Filmmatic Inroads Fellowship 7 (2024)
Finalist - Filmmatic Pitch Now Screenplay Season 7 (2024)
Finalist - FilmQuest Film Festival 2024
Finalist - Scriptation Showcase Script Competition 2024
Finalist - Vail Film Festival Screenplay Competition 2024
Finalist - WeScreenplay Feature Lab 2023
Short List - Barnstorm Fest Screenwriting Competition 2024
Best Writer - L.A. Sci-Fi Film Festival Cthulhu Award (Oscar 2024)
Semifinalist - Emerging Screenwriters Screenplay Competition 2025
Semifinalist - Filmmatic Pitch Now Screenplay Competition Season 6
Semifinalist - Inktip One Location Screenplay Competition 2023
SemiFinalist - Outstanding Screenplays Feature Competition 2023
Semifinalist - ScreenCraft Screenwriting Fellowship 2025
Semifinalist - Scriptation Showcase Features + Shorts Category 2023
Quarterfinalist - The Atlanta Film Festival 2025
Quarterfinalist - Big Apple Film Festival Screenplay Competition Fall 2023
Quarterfinalist - Bluecat Screenplay Competition 2024
Quarterfinalist - Emerging Screenwriters Screenplay Competition 2024
Quarterfinalist - Filmmatic Comedy Screenplay Awards Season 7
Quarterfinalist - Final Draft - Big Break 2021
Quarterfinalist - Outstanding Screenplays Feature Competition 2024
Quarterfinalist - Outstanding Screenplays Feature Competition 2021
Quarterfinalist - Screencraft Feature Screenplay Competition 2024
Quarterfinalist - ScreenCraft Screenwriting Fellowship 2023
Quarterfinalist - ScreenCraft Comedy Competition 2023
Quarterfinalist - Table Read My Screenplay Competition - Cannes 2025
Quarterfinalist - Table Read My Screenplay Competition Hollywood 2024
Quarterfinalist - Table Read My Screenplay Competition Hollywood 2023
Quarterfinalist - Screencraft Horror Screenplay Competition 2025