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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 projector screen. Tune in to hear all about working on one of most popular sequels in this franchise, the method acting choice he made that didn’t turn out so well, and additional stories about his heartfelt performances in “The Last American Virgin” and “Mask.”

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. Giggles” is one of those movies that, if you haven’t seen it, you’ve definitely heard of it. Who would have thought that a slasher film about a giggling psychopath who thinks he’s a physician would leave such an impression? Tune in to hear us break down all the doctor-theme...

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 Scream with Ryan C. Showers podcast, to break down “Scream 7” — from that blazing opening scene, to the mother-daughter dynamic between Sidney & Tatum, to Gale’s crowd-pleasing entrance, and our thoughts on that polarizing killer reveal.

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 all about making the 3rd film in this popular slasher franchise, his thoughts on Roman’s backstory and connection to Sidney, what it was like filming that final battle with Neve Campbell, and he even sheds new light on his character’s return in “Scream 7.” *NOTE: We're rel...

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 powerful performances by both Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien, the constantly shifting power dynamic between them, and how each darker turn reshaped our view of Linda Liddle.

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 every character, every kill, how much we love the Jarvises, Crispin Glover’s dance moves, and of course, the best line of the movie — “He’s killlling meeeeee!”

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 (and the slasher film he nearly directed), behind-the-scenes stories from making “Urban Legend” and “Valentine,” what it was like working with both star-studded casts, and a moving story about his friendship with the late Debra Hill.

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 these films and being a part of this pivotal horror franchise, what it was like working with Tobin Bell, and of course we had to ask all about Betsy’s first horror movie — 1988’s “Cheerleader Camp.”

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 Bone Temple” — from those sadistic Jimmy cult members, to that epic performance put on by Dr. Kelson, and what we hope to see in the next/final film after that surprise cameo.

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 Bone Temple” — from those sadistic Jimmy cult members, to that epic performance put on by Dr. Kelson, and what we hope to see in the next/final film after that surprise cameo.

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 we knew wouldn’t survive, all the kills that shocked us the most, and the impressive use of practical effects that made Ben pretty terrifying. 🦧

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” — from the many themes and layers represented by the undead, to the protagonist’s sexy sidekick, and the biggest question of all — can zombies have human babies?

Best known for his terrifying performance as Pluto in “The Hills Have Eyes” (1977) and its sequel, Michael Berryman has worked with acclaimed filmmakers such as Wes Craven, John Hughes, and Rob Zombie throughout his long-running career. Tune in to hear all about how Michael was first discovered, stories from filming so many of his genre favorites, and a preview of his upcoming horror films. Check out Michael Berryman’s book, “It’s all good! A Michael Berryman memoir… in my own words,” at https:...

To close out 2025, we’re trying something new — an episode dedicated to looking back on all the horrific happiness of the past year. Tune in as we reflect on the most notable horror releases of 2025 (the hits and the misses), revisit some of our favorite interviews from the year, and talk about how Happy Horror Time grew and evolved throughout the year. Plus, a sneak peek at the horror films we’re looking forward to most in 2026!

It’s been 41 years since the original “Silent Night, Deadly Night” was released, so a remake was pretty much inevitable. But this installment takes quite a different approach to Santa’s slay ride. Tune in to hear us break down the new “Silent Night, Deadly Night” — from the decision to put a voice in Billy’s head, to giving him a girlfriend (and all the other subplots), and of course, whether it stacks up to the original.

As Billy in the original “Silent Night, Deadly Night,” Robert Brian Wilson dons the Santa suit, chases the naughty with an axe, and makes good on his promise to “punish” them. Tune in to hear all about playing the OG Killer Santa in this 1984 horror classic, how he felt about all the controversy back then (and when his feelings changed), and the story behind why he isn’t in the remake that just hit theaters.

Kari Keegan isn’t just one of the “Friday the 13th” final girls — her character, Jessica Kimble, is actually a direct descendant of Jason Voorhees. Talk about a terrifying family tree! Tune in to hear all about making “Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday,” what it was like filming that big climactic finale with Kane Hodder, and she sets the record straight on her supposed feud with Director Adam Marcus.

From an ill-fated cruise ship, to the streets and sewers of NYC, Jensen Daggett battled Jason Voorhees across many different settings as Rennie in “Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan.” Tune in to hear all about filming everywhere from in the water to actual Times Square, the sequence with Jason that truly scared her, and how it feels being one of the final girls in this beloved franchise.

Osgood Perkins is back with a new folk horror tale that takes a dark look at relationships, sacrifice, and drooling creatures. Tune in to hear us break down “Keeper” — from Tatiana Maslany’s effective performance, to whether the film’s explanation/reveal worked, and of course, all that chocolate cake. Visit https://apostrophebooks.bigcartel.com/ to grab a copy of “Ripped to Shreds” (the graphic novel we mention at the beginning of this episode).

It’s a tale as old as time… well, as old as 1818 at least, since that’s when Mary Shelley’s novel was first published. And after multiple film adaptations, Guillermo del Toro is now putting his stamp on this classic monster story. Tune in as we’re joined by Philip Faiss, host of Netflix & Phil, to break down Netflix’s “Frankenstein” — from the many different layers behind this narrative, to the ways del Toro changed the source material, and of course, how Jacob Elordi can be sexy even as The Cre...

After narrowly surviving the Abaddon Hotel in “Hell House LLC III: Lake of Fire,” Elizabeth Vermilyea is back as Vanessa Shepherd in the latest installment of this indie horror franchise — “Hell House LLC: Lineage” (now streaming on Shudder). Tune in to hear all about making both “Hell House” movies, what it was like switching from found footage to the new film’s traditional narrative format, and what Elizabeth would like to see explored if the series continues.

Dee Wallace has been starring in scary movies for the last 5 decades, solidifying her status as a true horror legend. Tune in to hear all about making some of her most popular genre hits like “The Hills Have Eyes,” “The Howling,” “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” “Cujo,” “Critters,” and “The Frighteners,” what it was like working with directors Wes Craven, Steven Spielberg, and Peter Jackson, and she even teases her multiple upcoming horror films.

It’s been 4 years since Finney took on the Grabber with help from the dead via phone calls, and now we’re back with a new setting, a new set of murders, and tons of dream sequences! Tune in to hear us break down “Black Phone 2” — from the way it shifted the focus to Finney’s sister, to how it created its own set of rules for the dream world, and whether the more emotional scenes worked well or felt over-the-top.

James Jude Courtney has played Michael Myers (aka, The Shape) in more “Halloween” films than any other actor, having starred in all 3 of the recent Blumhouse films. Tune in to hear all about how he was cast and his approach to portraying this iconic horror villain, the endings that were filmed but never made it to screen, and how emotional it got working with Jamie Lee Curtis on that final battle in “Halloween Ends.”