Movies Horror History Horror Horror History: Friday, March 9, 1984: Children of the Corn was released in theaters 4 Evil Eyes March 9, 1984 Based on the classic short story by Stephen King, Children of the Corn is a longtime horror favorite that has spawned six sequels and many imitations. See how it all started. BUY IT NOW! Blu-ray DVD Amazon Prime Tags: Children of the Corn horror Horror History ad Post navigation Previous Horror History: Friday, February 17, 1984: Tenebrae was released in US theatersNext Horror History: Friday, March 16, 1984: Sole Survivor was released in theaters Related Stories Children of the Corn (2023) Available May 9 Horror Movie Releases Movies Children of the Corn (2023) Available May 9 May 7, 2023 Tuesday, March 21, 2023: Children of the Corn Premieres Today on VOD Horror Movie Premieres Movies Tuesday, March 21, 2023: Children of the Corn Premieres Today on VOD March 21, 2023 Children of the Corn (2023) Available May 9 Movie Releases Movies Horror Children of the Corn (2023) Available May 9 March 16, 2023