I wouldn't be surprised if it was at least partially inspired by it.Love the 70s look of the movie and poster. The trailer puts me in mind a little of the infamous Ghostwatch 'live' Halloween 1992 broadcast in the UK.
Wait what?
Was this planned by the studio?
Late Night with the Devil Earns $666K at Sunday Box Office, Setting New Record
The new horror movie Late Night with the Devil has earned $666,666 at the box office for Sunday with the film breaking a new record in the process.www.cbr.com