‘The Omen’ at 50: The Timely Horror of Politics & Instability
June 25, 2026, marks the 50th anniversary of Fox's The Omen, which earned a huge $60 million in its initial run and spawned years of sequels, TV series, a remake and endless ripoffs. The original film's endurance means it struck a long-lasting, universal chord, though it also was a product of its time and place.