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A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise RANKING!
April 30, 2026

A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise RANKING!

One, two, Freddy's coming for you! We've already ranked the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise on Happy Horror Time with Tim in the driver's seat, but this time Matt shares his ultimate ranking of the series. Check out our y...

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Ep 305: Mummy Dearest
April 27, 2026

Ep 305: Mummy Dearest

Over the last century, mummy movies have taken many different forms. But “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” pushes this classic tale into full-on body horror territory. Tune in as we break down this modern reimagining — from the most e...

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A new Chucky movie, Final Destination 7, Longlegs and more!
April 23, 2026

A new Chucky movie, Final Destination 7, Longlegs and more!

In this news commentary, it's all about upcoming horror releases! Don Mancini is working on a new Chucky movie and he intends to bring the franchise back to its roots. Final Destination 7, a Weapons prequel, and a new Longleg...

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Ep 304: Death Scrolling
April 20, 2026

Ep 304: Death Scrolling

Growing up, “Faces of Death” (1978) was that taboo VHS tape everyone talked about — infamous for supposedly showing real deaths and executions. Though it was eventually revealed to be fake, the fascination with watching tragi...

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Top 5 Horror Films from 1996!
April 18, 2026

Top 5 Horror Films from 1996!

We're traveling back in time as Tim ranks his Top 5 Horror Movies of 1996! This year brought us some unforgettable entries in the genre we love most, but it wouldn't be a Happy Horror Time ranking by Tim Murdock without a cou...

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Ep 303: Interview w/Kerry Noonan from “Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives”
April 13, 2026

Ep 303: Interview w/Kerry Noonan from “Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason…

Although she wasn’t the final girl in this installment, Kerry Noonan played a character with final girl qualities as sweet and responsible camp counselor, Paula, in “Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives.” Tune in to hear all ...

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Scream 8 News, Faces of Death, and Shark Movies!
April 9, 2026

Scream 8 News, Faces of Death, and Shark Movies!

In this horror news commentary we discuss the latest Scream 8 news! We also talk about the new Faces of Death film that's getting good buzz and positive early reviews, plus we give details on two upcoming shark movies films -...

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Ep 302: Sisters, Satan, & Sacrifices
April 6, 2026

Ep 302: Sisters, Satan, & Sacrifices

Sisters being hunted by devil-worshipping rich people must be a popular trope right now, because just one week after “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come,” we got another action horror flick with a similar setup. Tune in to hear us b...

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Top 5 Horror Films with Pranks Gone WRONG!
April 2, 2026

Top 5 Horror Films with Pranks Gone WRONG!

Coming off of April Fool's Day, Matt ranks his top 5 horror films about pranks gone wrong! And be sure to check out our youtube channel for all of our ranking videos and news commentary segments that haven't appeared in our a...

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Ep 301: Hide Me Baby One More Time
March 30, 2026

Ep 301: Hide Me Baby One More Time

After surviving the sadistic, game-obsessed Le Domas family in the first film, Samara Weaving is back as Grace in “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come.” But the girl can’t catch a break, as now she has to hide from multiple devil-wor...

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Ep 300: The Impact of “The Exorcist”
March 23, 2026

Ep 300: The Impact of “The Exorcist”

To celebrate our 300th episode, we’re shaking things up and discussing the horror film that most of our guests cite as having had the biggest impact on them — “The Exorcist.” Oh, and we’re also doing the episode in costume! 🥸...

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Ep 299: Interview w/Kevin Williamson, Director & Co-Writer of “Scream 7”
March 16, 2026

Ep 299: Interview w/Kevin Williamson, Director & Co-Writer of “Scream…

Back in 2023, Kevin Williamson appeared on Happy Horror Time to discuss his extensive career in horror. Now he’s back, coming off the success of “Scream 7,” for an in-depth, SPOILER-FILLED discussion about this record-breakin...

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Ep 298: Interview w/Lawrence Monoson from “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter”
March 13, 2026

Ep 298: Interview w/Lawrence Monoson from “Friday the 13th Part IV: T…

As Ted (aka, Teddy Bear) in “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter,” Lawrence Monoson got to call Crispin Glover a “dead f*ck,” go skinny-dipping with a bunch of soon-to-be victims, and get his head slashed through a pro...

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Bonus Ep: Demented Doctors – "Dr. Giggles"
March 9, 2026

Bonus Ep: Demented Doctors – "Dr. Giggles"

We've unlocked our vault of bonus episodes to release one for all to enjoy! If you like what you hear, considering signing up to be a patron at Patreon.com/HappyHorrorTime and you'll get access to ALL our bonus content. “Dr. ...

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Ep 297: Welcome Back, Sidney
March 2, 2026

Ep 297: Welcome Back, Sidney

The latest installment in the Scream franchise marks the return of OG final girl, Sidney Prescott, and is directed and co-written by series creator, Kevin Williamson. Tune in as we’re joined by Ryan Showers , host of the Scre...

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Ep 296: Interview w/Scott Foley from “Scream 3” & “Scream 7”
Feb. 19, 2026

Ep 296: Interview w/Scott Foley from “Scream 3” & “Scream 7”

Though widely recognized for his roles on TV shows like “Felicity” and “Scandal,” Scott Foley left an indelible mark on the “Scream” franchise as Roman Bridger — the only solo Ghostface killer — in “Scream 3.” Tune in to hear...

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Ep 295: Beach, Please!
Feb. 16, 2026

Ep 295: Beach, Please!

Famous for “The Evil Dead” trilogy and his wild blend of horror, comedy, and over-the-top gore, Sam Raimi unleashes that signature style on his latest survival horror flick, “Send Help.” Tune in to hear us break down the powe...

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F13 Ep: The Not So Final Chapter
Feb. 13, 2026

F13 Ep: The Not So Final Chapter

It’s Friday the 13th, and the ol’ computer says we’d be dead f*cks if we didn’t release another special episode on this date! 😝 This time we’re discussing “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter.” Tune in as we break down...

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Ep 294: Interview w/Jamie Blanks, Director of “Urban Legend” & “Valentine”
Feb. 9, 2026

Ep 294: Interview w/Jamie Blanks, Director of “Urban Legend” & “Valen…

A wave of slasher films swept through the late ’90s and early ’00s, and two of that era’s most memorable entries were directed by Jamie Blanks . Tune in to hear all about the bold move Jamie made to break into the industry (a...

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Ep 293: Interview w/Betsy Russell from the “Saw” series & “Cheerleader Camp”
Feb. 2, 2026

Ep 293: Interview w/Betsy Russell from the “Saw” series & “Cheerleade…

Having portrayed Jill Tuck (the ex-wife of John Kramer, aka Jigsaw) in “Saw III,” “Saw IV,” “Saw V,” “Saw VI,” and “Saw 3D,” Betsy Russell has appeared in 5 of the 10 “Saw” films to date. Tune in to hear all about making thes...

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Ep 292: Hey Hey, We’re the Jimmies
Jan. 26, 2026

Ep 292: Hey Hey, We’re the Jimmies

Just 7 months after the release of “28 Years Later” comes a new installment in this post-apocalyptic horror series, with the reins being handed over to Director Nia DaCosta. Tune in to hear us break down “28 Years Later: The ...

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Ep 292: Hey Hey, We’re the Jimmies
Jan. 26, 2026

Ep 292: Hey Hey, We’re the Jimmies

Just 7 months after the release of “28 Years Later” comes a new installment in this post-apocalyptic horror series, with the reins being handed over to Director Nia DaCosta. Tune in to hear us break down “28 Years Later: The ...

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Ep 291: Monkey See, Monkey Kill
Jan. 19, 2026

Ep 291: Monkey See, Monkey Kill

The plot of “Primate” is simple — a family’s pet chimpanzee (Ben) gets bit by a rabid mongoose, then goes apesh*t in their beautiful cliffside Hawaii home. No more Mr. Nice Chimp! Tune in as we break down all the characters w...

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Ep 290: We Bury Our Feelings
Jan. 12, 2026

Ep 290: We Bury Our Feelings

Daisy Ridley (who we remembered as “that Star Wars girl”) stars in a new survival horror flick that gives viewers more than just zombies to sink (and grind) their teeth into. Tune in to hear us break down “We Bury the Dead” —...

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