The mall-set witchy horror-comedy FORBIDDEN FRUITS has officially completed its theatrical run and is now streaming exclusively on Shudder! Described by critics as “Mean Girls meets The Craft,“ this razor-sharp, stylized slasher marks the theatrical debut of director Meredith Alloway. Co-written by Alloway and Lily Houghton (adapting Houghton’s acclaimed off-Broadway stage play), the film is backed by a powerhouse producing team including horror-comedy royalty Diablo Cody (Jennifer’s Body, Lisa Frankenstein) and Mason Novick.
Toxic Retail Therapy
At the hyper-curated, unnervingly bright Texas mall boutique Free Eden, clothing sales aren’t the only things being pushed. The store’s star employee, Apple (Lili Reinhart), rules the sales floor with a sardonic, iron fist alongside her loyal coworkers, the bubbly Cherry (Victoria Pedretti) and the intellectual Fig (Alexandra Shipp). But after hours, the customer service smiles fade, and the trio descends into the basement to run a secret, witchy femme cult fueled by blood ceremonies, strict cliques, and psychological manipulation.

When a seemingly naive new hire from the food court, Pumpkin (Lola Tung), enters their orbit, she inadvertently challenges their performative sisterhood. As internal power struggles fracture the coven, a former member named Pickle (Emma Chamberlain) re-emerges, forcing the women to confront their own inner poisons before the night ends in a glorious, bloody fate. The stacked cast also features standout performances from legendary actress Gabrielle Union.
Official “Forbidden Fruits” Merch Drops
To celebrate the streaming release, a line of official merchandise has dropped to help you bring the eerie, high-fashion aesthetic of Free Eden into your own home.

Forbidden Fruits x Mise en Scènt Candle Collection
Luxury fragrance brand Mise en Scènt has partnered with the film to capture the intoxicating, dark atmosphere of the movie. Each candle features intricately sculpted wax fruit charms embedded inside the wax.
- MAIN CHARACTER SYNDROME CANDLE
- The Vibe: “Smells like suffering from a case of protagonist.”
- The Inspiration: Captures the intoxicating haze of self-mythology, emotional spirals, and those late-night scenes that feel like they were written just for you. Perfect for anyone channeling their inner Apple.
- Link To Shop Here
- FREE EDEN CANDLE
- The Vibe: “Smells like perfection, bottled and merchandised.”
- The Inspiration: Formulated to replicate the exact in-store scent of the Free Eden boutique where the girls set their stage. It completely encapsulates the appearance of curated, clean normalcy while masking something far less benign beneath the surface.
- Link to Shop Here
Forbidden Fruits x Super Yaki Collaboration
In addition, Cult-favorite film merch brand Super Yaki is officially joining the coven with an exclusive collaboration! The Forbidden Fruits Apparel & Accessories Collection is now officially open for pre-order. Expect streetwear, custom graphics celebrating your favorite fruit-themed witches, and accessories that are mandatory for your next late-night mall hangout. Shop Super Yaki Here and more apparel and accessories at The Shudder Shop.
FORBIDDEN FRUITS is rated R for strong violent content, language, and gore. Grab your candles, queue up Shudder, and join the coven tonight!
