PICTURES: Children Of The Horror - Where Are They Now? From Mischa Barton To 'The Shining' Twins, We Catch Up...

PICTURES: Children Of The Horror - Where Are They Now?
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'Mama' being the latest horror film to juxtapose sweet, pretty children with a chilling, blood-curling narrative, presents an excuse to check in on the whereabouts of some of those young stars who scared us all previously.

To celebrate the home entertainment release of the terrifying 'Mama', the tale of two little girls who disappear on the day that their mother is murdered, here's a delve into the dark archives, with an update on the youngsters who starred in them, and what happened to them once the camera stopped rolling.

Horror Film Kids - Where Are They Now?
Linda Blair - Regan in The Exorcist (1973)(01 of20)
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Linda Blair now(02 of20)
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After picking up two Golden Globe nominations for her role in The Exorcist, Blair was involved in a drugs scandal in the late 1970’s and her career plummeted. Blair now focuses her time on being a human rights activist and humanitarian. She runs the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation for the treatment and rescue of abused and neglected animals.
Daveigh Chase (Then) - Samara in 'The Ring'(03 of20)
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Daveigh Chase - now(04 of20)
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At 22 years old, Daveigh is most notable for her role as 16yr old bride to be Rhonda Volmer in the HBO show Big Love (2006-11).
Harvey Spencer Stephens - Damien in 'The Omen'(05 of20)
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Harvey Spencer Stephens Now(06 of20)
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After cameo appearance in The Omen remake as a journalist, Harvey now reportedly lives in England, where he has worked as a stock trader and property developer.
Lisa Louise Burns Then - Grady Twins in 'The Shining'(07 of20)
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Neither made another movie after the shining, Lisa earned a degree in literature whilst Louise has become a microbiologist.
Lisa Louise Burns Now(08 of20)
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Sissy Spacek then - Carrie in 'Carrie'(09 of20)
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Sissy Spacek Now(10 of20)
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Sissy claims that Carrie was the film that really launched her career and has played many parts since, including Coal Miner's Daughter which earner her an Oscar. She is still acting and recently starred in The Help (2011).
Alex vincent Then - Andy in 'Child's Play' (1988)(11 of20)
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Alex Vincent (Now)(12 of20)
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During high school he decided to give acting another try. After 15 unsuccessful auditions he decided to call it quits for good and left the acting profession. He obtained an Associate Degree in Recording Arts from Full Sail University and as of 2008, makes a living as a sound engineer.
Thomas Dekker (then) - David in 'Village of the Damned'(13 of20)
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Thomas Dekker (now)(14 of20)
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Thomas went on to voice Littlefoot in The Land Before Time (V-IX) and Fievel in An American Tale. Now 25, he is more well known for his role as Zach on Heroes. He is also a musician and has written and produced 2 classical music albums influenced by electronica which he describes as "electrofolk".
John Franklin (then) - Isaac in 'Children of the Corn'(15 of20)
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John Franklin (now)(16 of20)
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Was 25 yrs old when he played the role of Isaac in Children of the Corn (1984). Was diagnosed with GHD as a child, and is the reason for his short stature. He was signed to an acting contract at the age of 23 years because he looked like he was 12 years old. The disease not only makes him short, but it makes him appear younger and his voice a little higher than most males. He continued with the horror theme, providing the voice for Walkabout Chucky in Child’s Play (1988), and playing Cousin Itt in the Adam’s Family movies in 1991 and 93. He retired from acting in 2003 and went into teaching and creative writing.
Miko Hughes (then) - Gage in 'Pet Sematary' (1989)(17 of20)
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Miko Hughes (now)(18 of20)
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Miko Hughes was a consistently popular child actor, having played Aaron Bailey on Full House from 1990 to 1995, Joseph in Kindergarten Cop and the portrayal of an autistic boy Simon Lynch opposite Bruce Willis in Mercury Rising.Now: After roles in Full House, Kinderfgarten Cop and Mercury Rising, Miko is now living in Apple Valley, CA. He is acting during the day and is a DJ at night and randomly keeps 30,000 bees in his backyard beehive.
Mischa Barton (then) - Kyra in The Sixth Sense (1999) (19 of20)
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After a role as teen superstar Marissa from 'The OC', she now has her own fashion label.
Mischa Barton (now)(20 of20)
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'Mama' is available to buy now on Blu-ray™ and DVD, both with UltraViolet , and digital download. Watch trailer here...