Don't Open that Door
303 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsHave you ever watched a horror movie and thought to yourself "What? No! Don't do that!" right before a soon-to-be victim makes a terrible decision? Ever wondered why nobody in spooky situations can seem to think straight? Don't worry -- we have too! Don't Open that Door is a horror podcast where we take a look at the classics, modern hits, and the wildcards of the horror genre. Join us for in-depth reviews, commentary, and a few laughs along the way. Be aware! All episodes have spoilers for the movies being reviewed unless stated otherwise.
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EP 20 - It’s Always Sunny in Harga (Midsommar)
June 22, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBThe DOtD pod celebrates the summer solstice as they talk through Ari Aster’s “Midsommar”. The pod makes sure to respect the ancestral tree as they discuss the surreal quality of the film, the holy Harga hammer, and whether or not the idea of ‘community emotions’ is for them. Spoilers in the tea.
EP 20 - Midsommar - It’s Always Sunny in Harga
June 22, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBThe DOtD pod celebrates the summer solstice as they talk through Ari Aster’s “Midsommar”. The pod makes sure to respect the ancestral tree as they discuss the surreal quality of the film, the holy Harga hammer, and whether or not the idea of ‘community emotions’ is for them. Spoilers in the tea. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: htt...
EP 19 - The Mist - Misty with a Chance of Monsters
June 15, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThe DOtD squad prepares for some bad weather as they talk through Frank Darabont’s “The Mist”. The pod dodges an angry cult as they discuss the film’s shock ending, the fact that humanity may not be as civilized as it appears, and how Nico would betray Justin... once again. Spoilers from another dimension. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Ins...
EP 19 - Misty with a Chance of Monsters (The Mist)
June 15, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThe DOtD squad prepares for some bad weather as they talk through Frank Darabont’s “The Mist”. The pod dodges an angry cult as they discuss the film’s shock ending, the fact that humanity may not be as civilized as it appears, and how Nico would betray Justin... once again. Spoilers from another dimension.
EP 18 - Insidious - So I Found My Wife with A Priest...
June 08, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThe DOtD crew astral projects into the Further to discuss James Wan’s “Insidious”. The pod talks about building tension, James Wan’s career, and Tiny Tim. Spoilers in the Further. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 18 - So I Found My Wife with A Priest... (Insidious)
June 08, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThe DOtD crew astral projects into the Further to discuss James Wan’s “Insidious”. The pod talks about building tension, James Wan’s career, and Tiny Tim. Spoilers in the Further.
EP 17 - Silent Hill - Survival Horror Survives Hollywood
June 01, 2020 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBThe DOtD squad make their way through a survival-horror classic as they review Christophe Gans’ “Silent Hill”. The pod sneaks past a slew of monsters, breaks down the symbolism of a bush, and discusses how this movie does right by the source material. Spoilers in the coal mine. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram...
EP 17 - Survival Horror Survives Hollywood (Silent Hill)
June 01, 2020 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBThe DOtD squad make their way through a survival-horror classic as they review Christophe Gans’ “Silent Hill”. The pod sneaks past a slew of monsters, breaks down the symbolism of a bush, and discusses how this movie does right by the source material. Spoilers in the coal mine.
EP 16 - STILL and In Full Bloom - Two Tales are Better Than One
May 25, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBThe DOtD pod takes on an indie double-feature as they review Jeremy Nocon’s “Still” and Maegan Houang’s “In Full Bloom”. The squad discusses the horrors of being alone, talks through Justin’s struggles with sleep paralysis, and airs their very first commercial! Spoilers inside and out. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.i...
EP 16 - Two Tales are Better Than One (STILL and In Full Bloom)
May 25, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBThe DOtD pod takes on an indie double-feature as they review Jeremy Nocon’s “Still” and Maegan Houang’s “In Full Bloom”. The squad discusses the horrors of being alone, talks through Justin’s struggles with sleep paralysis, and airs their very first commercial! Spoilers inside and out.
EP 15 - The (Pod)Casting Couch (Killer Sofa)
May 18, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBThe DoTD pod kicks back as they review Bernie Rao’s “Killer Sofa”. Is there actually a killer sofa? Well, technically it's a recliner, but it racks up a body count all the same. It’s also a far better movie than it has any right to be. This one is a diamond in the rough for sure! Spoilers in the cushion.
EP 15 - Killer Sofa - The (Pod)Casting Couch
May 18, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBThe DoTD pod kicks back as they review Bernie Rao’s “Killer Sofa”. Is there actually a killer sofa? Well, technically it's a recliner, but it racks up a body count all the same. It’s also a far better movie than it has any right to be. This one is a diamond in the rough for sure! Spoilers in the cushion. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Insta...
EP 14 - Night of the Demons - Dodging Demons Till’ Daybreak
May 11, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBThe DoTD squad skip the school dance and head to the local mortuary as they review Kevin Tenney’s “Night of the Demons”. The bodies pile up as the pod discusses production quality, what it means to be a hero, and the downsides of partying at a morgue. Spoilers till sunrise. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...
EP 14 - Dodging Demons Till’ Daybreak (Night of the Demons)
May 11, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBThe DoTD squad skip the school dance and head to the local mortuary as they review Kevin Tenney’s “Night of the Demons”. The bodies pile up as the pod discusses production quality, what it means to be a hero, and the downsides of partying at a morgue. Spoilers till sunrise.
EP 13 - We'll Put Ju On To This (Ju-On: The Grudge)
May 04, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this week’s episode the DOtD pod makes a house call as they review Takashi Shimizu’s 2002 chiller ‘Ju-On: The Grudge’. The squad dodges Kayako as they investigate timeskips, the lack of creativity in early 2000’s horror, and cross-cultural symbolism of cats. Spoilers in the house.
EP 13 - Ju-On: The Grudge - We'll Put Ju On To This
May 04, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this week’s episode the DOtD pod makes a house call as they review Takashi Shimizu’s 2002 chiller ‘Ju-On: The Grudge’. The squad dodges Kayako as they investigate timeskips, the lack of creativity in early 2000’s horror, and cross-cultural symbolism of cats. Spoilers in the house. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.ins...
EP 12 - Alien - In Space, Nobody Can Hear You Podcast
April 27, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBThe DOtD squad takes on a horror classic as they embark on a journey through Ridley Scott’s “Alien”. The pod talks about the film’s lasting legacy, the infamous chestburster scene, and how they would make it off the Nostromo in one piece. Spoilers in the ventilation system. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...
EP 12 - In Space, Nobody Can Hear You Podcast (Alien)
April 27, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBThe DOtD squad takes on a horror classic as they embark on a journey through Ridley Scott’s “Alien”. The pod talks about the film’s lasting legacy, the infamous chestburster scene, and how they would make it off the Nostromo in one piece. Spoilers in the ventilation system.
EP 12 - In Space, Nobody Can Hear You Podcast
April 27, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBThe DOtD squad takes on a horror classic as they embark on a journey through Ridley Scott’s “Alien”. The pod talks about the film’s lasting legacy, the infamous chestburster scene, and how they would make it off the Nostromo in one piece. Spoilers in the ventilation system.
EP 11 - Hansel and Gretel Get Baked - 4/20 Special With Hansel and Gretel
April 20, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBThe DOtD pod (metaphorically) lights up and takes a trip to the Black Forest as they review Duane Journey’s “Hansel and Gretel Get Baked”. While passing to the left, they discuss Friedrich Nietzche, unexpected gore, and tasting the rainbow. Spoilers are dank. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 11 - 4/20 Special With Hansel and Gretel (Hansel and Gretel Get Baked)
April 20, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBThe DOtD pod (metaphorically) lights up and takes a trip to the Black Forest as they review Duane Journey’s “Hansel and Gretel Get Baked”. While passing to the left, they discuss Friedrich Nietzche, unexpected gore, and tasting the rainbow. Spoilers are dank.
EP 11 - 4/20 Special With Hansel and Gretel
April 20, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBThe DOtD pod (metaphorically) lights up and takes a trip to the Black Forest as they review Duane Journey’s “Hansel and Gretel Get Baked”. While passing to the left, they discuss Friedrich Nietzche, unexpected gore, and tasting the rainbow. Spoilers are dank.
EP 10 - Resident Evil - The Plot to Steal the T-Virus
April 13, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBThe DOtD crew straps on their masks and takes a closer look at the T-Virus in Paul W.S. Anderson’s “Resident Evil”. The squad breaks down zombie hit points, costume changes, and how the movie doesn’t live up to its name. Spoilers gone viral. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 10 - The Plot to Steal the T-Virus (Resident Evil)
April 13, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBThe DOtD crew straps on their masks and takes a closer look at the T-Virus in Paul W.S. Anderson’s “Resident Evil”. The squad breaks down zombie hit points, costume changes, and how the movie doesn’t live up to its name. Spoilers gone viral.
EP 10 - The Plot to Steal the T-Virus
April 13, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBThe DOtD crew straps on their masks and takes a closer look at the T-Virus in Paul W.S. Anderson’s “Resident Evil”. The squad breaks down zombie hit points, costume changes, and how the movie doesn’t live up to its name. Spoilers gone viral.
EP 09 - Color Out of Space - A Podcast Out of Space
April 06, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBThis week, the DOtD crew descends into madness as they review Richard Stanley’s “Color Out of Space”! The Pod plunges into the nuances of cosmic horror, color theory, and Nick Cage’s beautiful descent into insanity. Spoilers in the water. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 09 - A Podcast Out of Space (Color Out of Space)
April 06, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBThis week, the DOtD crew descends into madness as they review Richard Stanley’s “Color Out of Space”! The Pod plunges into the nuances of cosmic horror, color theory, and Nick Cage’s beautiful descent into insanity. Spoilers in the water.
EP 09 - A Podcast Out of Space
April 06, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBThis week, the DOtD crew descends into madness as they review Richard Stanley’s “Color Out of Space”! The Pod plunges into the nuances of cosmic horror, color theory, and Nick Cage’s beautiful descent into insanity. Spoilers in the water.
EP 08 - Good Guys and Killer Dolls
March 30, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBProtip: Don’t teach voodoo magic to serial killers. In this episode, the DOtD crew delves into Tom Holland’s (no not that one) “Child’s Play”. The Good Guys break down parenting, the pros/cons of a voodoo doll, and Nico’s extremely, very, very wrong opinion. Batteries not included -- Spoilers are.
EP 08 - Child's Play - Good Guys and Killer Dolls
March 30, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBProtip: Don’t teach voodoo magic to serial killers. In this episode, the DOtD crew delves into Tom Holland’s (no not that one) “Child’s Play”. The Good Guys break down parenting, the pros/cons of a voodoo doll, and Nico’s extremely, very, very wrong opinion. Batteries not included -- Spoilers are. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: h...
EP 08 - Good Guys and Killer Dolls (Child's Play)
March 30, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBProtip: Don’t teach voodoo magic to serial killers. In this episode, the DOtD crew delves into Tom Holland’s (no not that one) “Child’s Play”. The Good Guys break down parenting, the pros/cons of a voodoo doll, and Nico’s extremely, very, very wrong opinion. Batteries not included -- Spoilers are.
EP 07 - Howl to Kill a Werewolf
March 23, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this week's episode, the DOtD squad takes the late train home and reviews Paul Hyett’s ‘Howl’. On the ride home, the pod discusses the woes of public transit, werewolf tropes, and the art of stomping out a monster. Spoilers on the tracks.
EP 07 - Howl - Howl to Kill a Werewolf
March 23, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this week's episode, the DOtD squad takes the late train home and reviews Paul Hyett’s ‘Howl’. On the ride home, the pod discusses the woes of public transit, werewolf tropes, and the art of stomping out a monster. Spoilers on the tracks. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 07 - Howl to Kill a Werewolf (Howl)
March 23, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this week's episode, the DOtD squad takes the late train home and reviews Paul Hyett’s ‘Howl’. On the ride home, the pod discusses the woes of public transit, werewolf tropes, and the art of stomping out a monster. Spoilers on the tracks.
EP 06 - Train to Busan - Pod to Busan
March 16, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBThe crew goes international for this week’s podcast as they take a look at Yeong Sang-Ho’s ‘Train to Busan’. While dodging zombie hordes, DOtD dives into government cover-ups, what it means to be a man, and the bravery of a train conductor. Spoilers at every stop! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 06 - Pod to Busan (Train to Busan)
March 16, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBThe crew goes international for this week’s podcast as they take a look at Yeong Sang-Ho’s ‘Train to Busan’. While dodging zombie hordes, DOtD dives into government cover-ups, what it means to be a man, and the bravery of a train conductor. Spoilers at every stop!
EP 06 - Pod to Busan
March 16, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBThe crew goes international for this week’s podcast as they take a look at Yeong Sang-Ho’s ‘Train to Busan’. While dodging zombie hordes, DOtD dives into government cover-ups, what it means to be a man, and the bravery of a train conductor. Spoilers at every stop!
EP 05 - Friday the 13th - Gotta Get Down on Friday (the 13th)
March 13, 2020 04:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBOn a special bonus episode, the DOtD crew takes a quick trip to Camp Crystal Lake. Unfortunately, a killer is on the loose, and the crew must confront slasher tropes, snake decapitation, and Jason’s mom. Happy Friday the 13th everyone! Spoilers abound. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 05 - Gotta Get Down on Friday (the 13th) (Friday the 13th)
March 13, 2020 04:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBOn a special bonus episode, the DOtD crew takes a quick trip to Camp Crystal Lake. Unfortunately, a killer is on the loose, and the crew must confront slasher tropes, snake decapitation, and Jason’s mom. Happy Friday the 13th everyone! Spoilers abound.
EP 05 - Gotta Get Down on Friday (the 13th)
March 13, 2020 04:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBOn a special bonus episode, the DOtD crew takes a quick trip to Camp Crystal Lake. Unfortunately, a killer is on the loose, and the crew must confront slasher tropes, snake decapitation, and Jason’s mom. Happy Friday the 13th everyone! Spoilers abound.
EP 04 - Elephant Guns and Git-R-Duns - Tremors Abound (Tremors)
March 09, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBAre we really out here tho fam? This small town in Nevada claims to be, until horrific worm monsters come to take a bite out of Perfection! In this episode, DOtD reviews Ron Underwood’s ‘Tremors’. The Pod winds their way through B-Movie appeal, classic cowboy ingenuity, and the wondrous career of Reba McEntire. Spoilers abound.
EP 04 - Elephant Guns and Git-R-Duns - Tremors Abound
March 09, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBAre we really out here tho fam? This small town in Nevada claims to be, until horrific worm monsters come to take a bite out of Perfection! In this episode, DOtD reviews Ron Underwood’s ‘Tremors’. The Pod winds their way through B-Movie appeal, classic cowboy ingenuity, and the wondrous career of Reba McEntire. Spoilers abound.
EP 04 - Tremors - Elephant Guns and Git-R-Duns - Tremors Abound
March 09, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBAre we really out here tho fam? This small town in Nevada claims to be, until horrific worm monsters come to take a bite out of Perfection! In this episode, DOtD reviews Ron Underwood’s ‘Tremors’. The Pod winds their way through B-Movie appeal, classic cowboy ingenuity, and the wondrous career of Reba McEntire. Spoilers abound. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitte...
EP 03 - A Quiet Place - Not A Very Quiet Place...
March 02, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn a world where survival depends on being quiet, Nico would absolutely die. In this episode of DOtD, the crew talks about monsters, survival strategies, and… the romantic ambiance of waterfalls? Check out our take on John Krasinski’s 'A Quiet Place'! Beware of loud spoilers! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram....
EP 03 - Not A Very Quiet Place
March 02, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn a world where survival depends on being quiet, Nico would absolutely die. In this episode of DOtD, the crew talks about monsters, survival strategies, and… the romantic ambiance of waterfalls? Check out our take on John Krasinski’s 'A Quiet Place'! Beware of loud spoilers!
EP 03 - Not A Very Quiet Place (A Quiet Place)
March 02, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn a world where survival depends on being quiet, Nico would absolutely die. In this episode of DOtD, the crew talks about monsters, survival strategies, and… the romantic ambiance of waterfalls? Check out our take on John Krasinski’s 'A Quiet Place'! Beware of loud spoilers!
EP 02 - Gretel and Hansel - How Gretel Got Her Groove Back
February 24, 2020 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBThe DOtD squad takes a look at Gretel and Hansel - a reimagining of the classic Grimms’ fairy tale. The pod makes its way through the woods while taking in the stunning visuals and discussing if the movie remains faithful to the original story. 208 years worth of spoilers inside. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instag...
EP 02 - How Gretel Got Her Groove Back
February 24, 2020 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBThe DOtD squad takes a look at Gretel and Hansel - a reimagining of the classic Grimms’ fairy tale. The pod makes its way through the woods while taking in the stunning visuals and discussing if the movie remains faithful to the original story. 208 years worth of spoilers inside.
EP 02 - How Gretel Got Her Groove Back (Gretel and Hansel)
February 24, 2020 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBThe DOtD squad takes a look at Gretel and Hansel - a reimagining of the classic Grimms’ fairy tale. The pod makes its way through the woods while taking in the stunning visuals and discussing if the movie remains faithful to the original story. 208 years worth of spoilers inside.
EP 01 - The Conjuring - Conjuring Up a Podcast
February 11, 2020 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBFor their inaugural podcast, DOtD gets together to review James Wan's The Conjuring. The squad discusses possessions, a legendary pair of ghost hunters, and that one time Justin and Dan lived in a haunted house. Spoilers abound. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror