Last month Prime Video announced it has ordered the new deliciously-gory, competition baking show, Killer Cakes. The Thursday, October 8, premiere date was also revealed and first-look images. The entire two-part special is set to debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
From horror visionaries Blumhouse Television, and Cake Boss creators High Noon Entertainment, Killer Cakes is a one-of-a-kind competition show where bakers with terrifying skills attempt to win some of the most frightening challenges ever produced for television. Contestants will work with the best horror special effects artists in Hollywood to unleash their twisted imaginations and create cakes so disgusting, so disturbing, and so realistic, it’s the stuff of nightmares.
Killer Cakes is hosted by horror veteran Matthew Lillard (Scream, Five Nights at Freddy’s) with expert judges, Scream Queen Danielle Harris (Halloween Franchise) and experimental food artist and cookbook author Nikk Alcaraz (Peculiar Baking).
Even more exciting? Shanelle Long of J’s Bakery isn’t the only contestant from the Gulf Coast competing! Eszter Summerlin baked in the Gulf Breeze area for 4 years before moving to Germany in June 2024.
Contestants Include:
Amanda Yother: Rathdrum, ID
Dillon Barlow: Houston, TX
Dziedra “Z” Brusberg: Marysville, WA
Deadra “Dee” Compean: Beaumont, TX
Eszter Summerlin: Gulf Breeze, FL
Jesse Lesser: Dallas, TX
Mark Lie: Chicago, IL
Shanelle Long: Pensacola, FL
Ruth Amsel serves as showrunner for the two-part special, with Executive Producers Jason Blum and Gretchen Palek for Blumhouse Television, and Scott Feely for High Noon Entertainment. In addition to his role as host, Lillard also serves as Executive Producer. Killer Cakes is produced by Blumhouse Television, ITV America’s High Noon Entertainment and Amazon MGM Studios.
For over 75 years, families have entrusted J’s Bakery as their go to bakery destination whether it’s for a special occasion cake or just a stop off after school to get the kiddos a treat (and yourself). Nestled in the heart of East Hill, J’s Bakery and Catering has been a cherished part of the Pensacola community since 1946, initially known as J’s Pastry Shop. From fresh doughnuts and pastries to an array of delightful cakes and cookies, our commitment to quality and tradition has made us a local institution.
Follow J’s Bakery Facebook Page to stay up to date on a watch party for the spooky special of Killer Cakes on October 8th.
