Episodes

Oct. 13, 2023

Ep 172: Interview w/Tracie Savage from “F13 Pt 3”

Tracie Savage starred as the playful, free-spirited Debbie in “Friday the 13th Part 3,” and her character became the only victim of Jason’s who happened to be… pregnant?! Tune in to hear all about making the 3rd installment i...

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Oct. 9, 2023

Ep 171: Saw X Marks the Spot

John Kramer, aka Jigsaw, is back in the 10th installment of the “Saw” series… but if we’re being sticklers for chronology, it’s more like “Saw 1.5.” Tune in to hear us break down all the new characters, all those gory traps, ...

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Oct. 2, 2023

Ep 170: Interview w/P.J. Soles from “Carrie” (1976) & “Halloween” (19…

She made red caps stylish in “Carrie” and coined the word “totally” in “Halloween.” She’s P.J. Soles, and she starred in 2 of the most iconic horror films of all time. Tune in to hear all about playing Norma in “Carrie” and L...

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Sept. 28, 2023

Bonus Episode: Killer Kars (Patreon Clip)

This is a clip from our latest bonus episode! The full ep, along with all our monthly bonus episodes, is available to patrons at Patreon.com/HappyHorrorTime If the two films within this month’s winning theme don’t fuel your l...

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Sept. 25, 2023

Ep 169: It's a Haunting, Honey

This week we ventured into the land of Agatha Christie to take on the Halloween whodunit murder mystery, “A Haunting in Venice.” Tune in to hear us break down all the suspects, whether the film was more supernatural horror or...

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Sept. 18, 2023

Ep 168: The Nun, The Goat & Maurice

The Conjuring Universe has become the Marvel of horror, with plenty of creepy characters to carry their own movies. One in particular that has continued to terrify audiences is The Nun. Tune in as we break down “The Nun II” —...

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Sept. 11, 2023

Ep 167: A 2023 ‘90s Thriller

What do “Scream,” “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” and “The Faculty” have in common? They’re all ‘90s thrillers that had a major influence on Netflix’s new Spanish slasher film, “Killer Book Club.” Tune in to hear us break ...

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Sept. 4, 2023

Ep 166: Interview w/Kevin Williamson, Writer of “Scream,” “IKWYDLS,” …

After writing the 1996 mega-hit, “Scream,” Kevin Williamson became the go-to horror screenwriter — composing scripts for films like “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” “Halloween H20,” “The Faculty,” “Teaching Mrs. Tingle,” an...

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Aug. 28, 2023

Ep 165: But the Windows Weren't Dark!

As slasher lovers, we were very excited to find a new masked killer/stalk & slash film on VOD to discuss this week. But was it a cut above the rest? 🔪 Tune in to hear us break down “Dark Windows” — from the backstory that ine...

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Aug. 25, 2023

Bonus Episode: Hellish Hospitals (Patreon Clip)

This is a clip from our latest bonus episode! The full ep, along with all our monthly bonus episodes, is available to patrons at Patreon.com/HappyHorrorTime Why are hospitals always so dark and vacant in scary movies? Well tw...

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Aug. 21, 2023

Ep 164: We're Gonna Need a Bigger Shark

Shark flicks have been popular since the release of “Jaws,” but the Meg series sure knows how to take these movies to the next level… or actually, the next 10 levels! Tune in to hear us break down all the prehistoric creature...

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Aug. 14, 2023

Ep 163: Talk to the Hand

We’ve gotta hand it to the “Talk to Me” filmmakers, as we’ve never seen a supernatural film about grabbing an embalmed appendage to communicate with the dead. 🤝 Tune in as we break down this unique Australian horror flick — f...

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Aug. 7, 2023

Ep 162: Interview w/John Ottman, Director of “Urban Legends: Final Cu…

Although John Ottman won an Oscar for editing “Bohemian Rhapsody,” his résumé in horror is what caught our eye, as he directed “Urban Legends: Final Cut” and scored many genre hits. Tune in to hear all about the circumstances...

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July 31, 2023

Ep 161: Pumpkins, Parents & Poison

“Cobweb” takes place around Halloween, yet the film’s overprotective parents are definitely not fans of spooky season. But that doesn’t mean this movie isn’t filled with plenty of pumpkins, spiders, and scary knocking sounds....

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July 24, 2023

Ep 160: Interview w/Adrienne King from “Friday the 13th” (1980)

As the original “Friday the 13th” final girl, Adrienne King survived the very first film in this long-running franchise — back before Jason Voorhees was even the killer! Tune in to hear all about playing Alice Hardy in “Frida...

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July 17, 2023

Ep 159: Insidi-Is That It?

The Lambert family is back, along with their favorite red-faced demon, in what is (supposedly) their final journey into The Further. Tune in to hear us break down all the generational trow-ma in “Insidious: The Red Door” — fr...

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July 10, 2023

Ep 158: The Rabbit Never Ran

Although Netflix’s new Australian horror film is called “Run Rabbit Run,” it was definitely more of a slow burn. Tune in to hear all sorts of bunny references while we break down the creepy performances, whether there were an...

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July 3, 2023

Ep 157: Interview w/Peter M. Bracke, Writer of “Crystal Lake Memories…

Peter M. Bracke conducted over 200 interviews with cast & crew members to write the most extensive book on the “Friday the 13th” film franchise — 2005’s “Crystal Lake Memories.” Tune in to hear how he approached this comprehe...

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June 26, 2023

Ep 156: No More Dying First

Countless horror tropes have formed over the years, and let’s be honest — the genre has had its share of stereotypes. But “The Blackening” turns all that on its head. Tune in to hear us break down this horror comedy — from wh...

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June 19, 2023

Ep 155: Interview w/Kate McNeil from “The House on Sorority Row” & “M…

In the 80s, Kate McNeil faced off against a vengeful killer, a homicidal monkey, and worst of all — scheming sorority sisters! But her level-headed characters always survived. Tune in to hear all about making “The House on So...

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June 12, 2023

Ep 154: It WAS the Boogeyman

Although other films have already touched on the idea of the boogeyman (ahem, “Halloween”), this new theatrical release is based on a short story by Stephen King. Tune in as we break down “The Boogeyman” — from all those dark...

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June 5, 2023

Ep 153: Interview w/Marcia Karr from “Killer Workout,” “Savage Street…

It doesn’t get much better than playing an aerobics instructor who murders gym-goers with a giant safety pin. But this is just one of Marcia Karr’s memorable roles from the 80s. Tune in to hear all about making thrillers like...

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May 29, 2023

Ep 152: Stop Influencing Me!

Social media influencers — some people worship them, while others wish they’d all just disappear to some island in the middle of nowhere. 😉🏝️ Shudder’s new horror film, “Influencer,” finds a unique way to mix selfies with sus...

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May 22, 2023

Ep 151: Interview w/Peter Barton from “F13 Pt IV: The Final Chapter” …

From the cover of teen magazines to being covered in blood, Peter Barton starred in two 80s slasher films that have developed huge cult followings — “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter” and “Hell Night.” Tune in to he...

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