ROB ZOMBIE’S HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES:
THE MAKING OF A CULT CLASSIC
By Rob Zombie
Writer, director, and musician Rob Zombie journeys into the madhouse with House of 1000 Corpses (Insight Editions; $60.00; September 16, 2025), an inside look at the making of his cult classic horror film, showcasing the visceral intensity of his signature artistic style and inviting readers to explore the twisted world that launched the Firefly universe.
Rob Zombie’s captivating art and making-of book, House of 1000 Corpses, is a visually stunning volume offering an unparalleled behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Zombie’s groundbreaking film that redefined the genre. Explore a treasure trove of film stills, rare artwork, concept sketches, and the director’s original shooting script that brings to life the film’s vivid characters and chilling atmosphere. With Zombie’s own handwritten notes, readers will gain insight into the process and the dark inspirations that fueled the film.
House of 1000 Corpses is an artistic tribute to a cinematic cult classic that continues to haunt audiences to this day, proving that from film to music, the Zombie aesthetic is truly one-of-a-kind. Embrace the bizarre and celebrate the art of horror with House of 1000 Corpses, a must-have addition to any horror fan’s collection.“The motivation for this came from the fact that I had saved tons of material from the film. One day while organizing it I thought “what’s the point of keeping all this stuff ?” this should all be in a book. So when the 20th anniversary of the film hit back in 2023 I was inspired to finally put it together. Even after all these years the book is packed with photos, blueprints, storyboards and sketches that have never been seen before,” Rob Zombie said.
Rob also noted that he’s enjoyed watching the film’s legacy evolve since its release in 2003. “This was a film that could have easily been left on a shelf or completely forgotten. But due to the loyal fanbase it has only gotten bigger and bigger with every year. I first realized this a few years after the film was released when I began seeing people getting tattoos of the characters. Since then I have literally seen thousands of tattoos. This is the mark of a true cult film.”
About Rob Zombie
Rob Zombie is a Grammy-nominated, platinum selling musician, established filmmaker, and author. Zombie initially rose to fame as a founding member of the band White Zombie. He wrote and directed such movies as House of 1000 Corpses, The Devil’s Rejects, and Halloween. He is the author of the book The Lords of Salem and wrote, produced and directed a movie by the same name.
ROB ZOMBIE’S HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES: THE MAKING OF A CULT CLASSIC
By Rob Zombie
Insight Editions | 8.5 x 11 inches | 304 pages
Hardcover | $60.00
ISBN: 9798337402024| September 16, 2025
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