Stephen Root is a name that pops up in countless cult classics, from Milton in Office Space to Bill Dauterive in King of the Hill. But one of his most intriguing—and most overlooked—roles came in the 1995 horror film Night of the Scarecrow. With Apple’s new horror-comedy Widow’s Bay now highlighting Root’s ability to blend fear and laughter, it’s time to revisit this forgotten slasher and argue why it deserves a modern reboot. Here are 10 things you need to know about this hidden gem and why a remake could be a terrifying treat.
