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The Hearse from Beyond by Jason K. Allen
On Halloween night, young trick-or-treater Daniel is visited by an ancient ghostly wagon driven by a sinister old man. But was it real? Many years later, the adult Daniel finally learns the truth.
Short
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11pp
Rockstar
1 reader loves this script 
The Rain Man by Elizabeth H. Vu
A man tells a couple of diner patrons his haunting encounter with an urban legend known as the Rain Man.
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Under Option
7pp
6 readers love this script
Homecoming by David Lambertson
A woman must travel through a strange and dangerous land to get to her final resting place.
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11pp
Rockstar
1 reader loves this script 
The Girl in the Fence by Anthony Cawood
An anomaly in an online photo opens a divide between a childless couple which may be resolved if only they can understand what the photo is trying to reveal.
Short
Under Option
8pp
Rockstar
Empty Spaces by Jess Waters
Two sisters struggle with the loss of their father and wonder if and how they can move on.
Short
Produced
15pp
10 readers love this script
Where The Wild Thyme Grows by Steve Miles
A curious young boy stirs the ire of a local witch when he stumbles upon a long buried treasure.
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10pp
1 reader loves this script
Strayed by Brandi Self
A sullen little girl spots her mother stuffing a suspicious bag into a trash bin soon after her dog goes missing.
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4pp
Rockstar
15 readers love this script Short
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2pp
6 readers love this script
Wild Flowers by Anthony Cawood
A couple are driven apart by the death of their daughter, until her supernatural murderer intervenes and nudges them back together.
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4pp
Rockstar
1 reader loves this script 
Dog Years by J.B. Storey
Bobby and his dog Barley, go for one last walk, reminiscing about their eventful 100 dog years together.
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27pp
Rockstar
4 readers love this script 
Cat & Mouse by J.B. Storey
When Harry’s deadly job brings him home, his anonymity is compromised when he learns that his target involves an old friend, safeguarding a dreadful secret.
Short
Produced
25pp
Rockstar
6 readers love this script
Heritage by Travis Sharp
A young man from Alabama who feels his southern heritage is under attack magically speaks with a long dead ancestor and learns that honoring his family name extends beyond flag waving.
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25pp
2 readers love this script
Poultice by Anthony Cawood
Desperate to save her unborn child, a remorseful woman seeks the help of a scorned Native American healer, agreeing to an unthinkable trade that will change their lives forever.
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8pp
Rockstar
4 readers love this script 
For The Articles by Tim Westland
A struggling writer reluctantly accepts a job at a porn magazine. When people begin reading the magazine “for her articles”, a rival magazine publisher schemes to expose her and ruin her career.
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49pp
4 readers love this script
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5pp
6 readers love this script
The Chocolatier by Anthony Hudson
While the streets of London are being stalked by the blade of a serial killer, two detectives must investigate a strange note left at the station.
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19pp
1 reader loves this script
All The Fives by Steve Miles
An indebted cabby stumbles on an opportunity to reverse his fortunes when he finds a duffel full of money. But first, what to do with the dead passenger it belongs to?
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8pp
7 readers love this script
Man's Best Friend by Steven Clark
Three days after a couple's beloved dog goes missing, a phone call arrives that will change the game. Forever.
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10pp
2 readers love this script
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9pp
2 readers love this script
The Bear by Steven Clark
An elderly woman faces torment and exploitation at her nursing home - until an unexpected friend comes to her aid.
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6pp
1 reader loves this script
Head in the Clouds by Josh McDonald
A young boy with an overactive imagination gets it in his head to try for a real-life adventure. But can he pull it off? And even if he does, will anyone believe him?
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12pp
1 reader loves this script
The Gifted Photographer by Ian J. Courter
A photographer pays a housecall to shoot a family portrait where his true talent becomes apparent.
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8pp
Rockstar
7 readers love this script