Happy Horror Time
274 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 74 ratingsHappy Horror Time is hosted by Tim Murdock & Matt Emert – two off-the-wall gay guys who LOVE scary movies! We discuss new horror films (spoiling everything along the way) and interview horror stars & insiders. We're unpolished, unscripted, and a ton of fun!
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Ep 199: Interview w/Bridget Rose Perrotta & Destiny Brown from “Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor”
April 15, 2024 07:00 - 59 minutes - 47.4 MBThe fourth entry in the “Hell House LLC” series introduced viewers to a creepy new setting and a fresh new cast, including co-leads Bridget Rose Perrotta (Margot) and Destiny Brown (Rebecca). Tune in to hear how both stars prepared for their roles in this 2023 found footage film, the spooky occurrences that took place during production, and how being part of such a popular horror franchise has affected their lives.
Ep 198: The Devil Made Me Review It
April 08, 2024 07:00 - 53 minutes - 42.8 MBDemonic possession is nothing new in the horror genre, but bringing it into a 1970s late night talk show — now that’s something we’ve never seen before. Tune in to hear us break down “Late Night with the Devil,” from its documentary setup to its climactic finale, and the most basic question of all — was it scary?
Ep 197: Interview w/Devon Sawa from “Final Destination,” “Idle Hands,” the “Chucky” TV series, and many more
April 01, 2024 07:00 - 59 minutes - 47.4 MBDevon Sawa has made such an impact on horror over the last three decades — from starring in late 90s/early 00s favorites like “Idle Hands” & “Final Destination,” to more recent entries like “The Fanatic,” “Hunter Hunter,” “Black Friday,” and the “Chucky” TV series. Tune in to hear all about making some of his biggest horror flicks, the pitch for an “Idle Hands 2” from a few years back, whether he’d ever return to the “Final Destination” series, and his outrageous death scenes in every season ...
Ep 196: Get Your Shift Together
March 25, 2024 07:00 - 55 minutes - 44.6 MBA seedy motel in the middle of nowhere is always a good spot for a horror movie. Now add in some creepy ghosts and an escaped mental patient and you’ve got “Night Shift.” Tune in as we break down this new thriller — from its similarities to “Psycho” to that major twist at the end, and of course, what happened in the sinkhole.
Ep 195: Interview w/Jeff Wadlow, Director & Co-Writer of “Imaginary”
March 18, 2024 07:00 - 50 minutes - 40.7 MBJeff Wadlow’s latest horror film, “Imaginary,” was just released theatrically on March 8th, marking his 3rd collaboration with Blumhouse. Tune in to hear all about making this new supernatural flick and creating the “Never-Ever” imaginary world, the late addition to the film that came from the mind of James Wan, and the film festival win that led to making his first horror movie, “Cry Wolf.”
Ep 194: Do the Loco Motion
March 11, 2024 07:00 - 54 minutes - 43.8 MBThe recipe for “Stopmotion” goes a little something like this: Take two parts live action, one part stop motion animation, a dash of childlike storytelling, a pinch of losing your mind, and mix them all together. Tune in as we break down every creepy figurine, every “is this real” or “is this a hallucination” moment, and the scene that might cause even gorehounds to look away.
Ep 193: Interview w/William Butler from "F13 Pt 7," "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III," "NOTLD" (1990), and more
March 04, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBWilliam Butler has quite the extensive horror résumé. He faced Jason Voorhees in “Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood,” the Sawyer clan in “Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III,” flesh-eating zombies in “Night of the Living Dead” (1990), and even appeared in 2 episodes of “Freddy’s Nightmares.” Tune in to hear all about his vast career in the genre, the many horror greats he’s worked with throughout the years, and some exciting updates on his latest projects.
Ep 192: Stay Awake or Die!
February 26, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes - 45.5 MBHere’s something we learned from watching “Double Blind” this week: If a pharmaceutical company’s willing to pay you 30,000 euro to participate in a drug trial, get as far away as possible! Tune in to hear us break down this new Irish thriller — from all that haunting imagery, to what “double blind” actually means, and how grateful we were for a good night’s sleep afterward.
Ep 191: Interview w/Joshua Tonks from “The Latent Image”
February 19, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB“The Latent Image” began as a short film and was adapted into a feature in 2022, with Joshua Tonks starring as a writer who is visited by a mysterious stranger while working on a story in a secluded cabin. Tune in to hear all about making this indie queer thriller, how Joshua felt about his character’s active imagination and motivations throughout the film, and his thoughts on a variety of famous horror movies.
Ep 190: An Evil Freaky Friday
February 12, 2024 08:00 - 52 minutes - 42.3 MBHeather Graham, Barbara Crampton, and Judah Lewis (from “The Babysitter” movies) all switching bodies with a horny demon? How could we resist? Tune in to hear us break down “Suitable Flesh” (now available on Shudder) — from all those body-swapping seizures, to the sexy scenes that made Tim blush, and whether it succeeded in balancing all that camp, gore, and horror.
Ep 189: Interview w/Michael Tough from “Prom Night” (1980)
February 05, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBAlthough Michael Tough only acted in a few films, we will always remember his iconic role as Jamie Lee Curtis’s little brother who (SPOILER ALERT) is revealed to be the masked murderer in “Prom Night” (1980). Tune in to hear all about making this disco slasher, what it was like working with JLC in her horror heyday, and his memories of portraying the killer during those final emotional moments.
Ep 188: Don’t Be Afraidy, We Found Katie!
January 29, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBA masked killer offing people on a holiday is one of our favorite horror formulas. But did this new slasher have us scared stiff, or did it dig its own grave? We’re joined by Katie Hettenbach, comedian and host of the Katie Afraidy podcast, to break down “Founders Day” — from all those eccentric characters, to all the crafty banners left by the killer, and most importantly, why being mayor of this town was so d*mn important.
Ep 187: Tim the Manservant
January 22, 2024 08:00 - 57 minutes - 46.4 MBWe couldn’t have been happier to review a thriller that shares the name with our bold & beautiful co-host, Tim. And coincidentally, both our Tim and the movie’s T.I.M. are preppy, blonde, and love serving men! 😉 Tune in to hear us break down “T.I.M.” — from every laundry-sniffing moment, to how creepy that Technologically Integrated Manservant was, and how the film’s not just another “M3GAN.”
Ep 186: Interview w/Bryce McGuire, Writer/Director of “Night Swim”
January 15, 2024 08:00 - 59 minutes - 47.5 MBBryce McGuire is making his directorial debut with “Night Swim,” the recently released aquatic horror flick from Blumhouse & Atomic Monster. Tune in to hear all about adapting his 2014 short into a feature film, how all those underwater scenes were created, and the cameo he makes in the movie (that you may not have caught).
Ep 185: When Stenography Turns Deadly
January 08, 2024 08:00 - 54 minutes - 43.6 MBYou ever wonder what would happen if a courtroom stenographer — the one furiously typing away, recording everything that’s said — decided to take justice into their own hands? That’s the plot of “Walden.” Tune in to hear our thoughts on Emile Hirsch’s eccentric performance, that whodunit subplot and ending reveal, and whether it struck the right tone to keep our interests.
Ep 184: Interview w/Jerry O’Connell from “Scream 2,” “Piranha 3D,” “Stand by Me,” and many more
January 01, 2024 08:00 - 55 minutes - 44.2 MBIt’s hard not to associate Jerry O’Connell with his role as young Vern in 1986’s “Stand by Me,” or as one of the current hosts of “The Talk.” But over the last four decades, he’s made quite an impression in horror. Tune in to hear stories about making so many memorable genre films — like playing Neve Campbell’s love interest in “Scream 2” and the reaction he got to that unforgettable singing scene, working with the Director of “Piranha 3D” on molding a certain appendage, and the horror films ...
Ep 183: I'll Be Dead For Christmas
December 25, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 44.2 MBMerry Christmassacre, horror lovers! To make the holidays scary and bright, we chose Shudder’s new culty Christmas flick to discuss while you open presents and down eggnog today. Tune in to hear us break down “The Sacrifice Game” — from which characters we liked, to which we wanted to see more of (wink wink), to that unexpected twist and even more unexpected ending.
Ep 182: Interview w/Michael Kennedy, Writer of “Freaky” & “It’s a Wonderful Knife”
December 18, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBFrom co-writing 2020’s body-swapping horror comedy, “Freaky,” to writing this year’s holiday slasher, “It’s a Wonderful Knife,” Michael Kennedy has a knack for creating a horror spin on classic films. Tune in to hear about what inspired these two memorable flicks, the time he cold-emailed Jason Blum and the ripple effect it had on his career, and the importance he puts on queer representation in his scripts.
Ep 181: What the Elf was That?
December 11, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 42.8 MBThere have been horror films about gremlins, critters, ghoulies, creeps, leprechauns, etc. But Norwegian barn elves at Christmastime? Now that’s a first! 🧌 Tune in to hear us break down “There’s Something in the Barn” — from all those snowy settings, to how no one believes the poor kid in these movies, and overall, whether we elfin’ enjoyed it or not.
Ep 180: Interview w/Kevin Brophy from "Hell Night"
December 04, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBKevin Brophy starred alongside Linda Blair and Peter Barton in 1981’s cult classic, “Hell Night,” where he delivered a monologue that none other than Quentin Tarantino considers one of the best in horror. Tune in to hear all about making this 80s slasher, how Kevin got his start in Hollywood, and the incredible gift left to him by a fan he had never met.
Ep 179: Thankful for the Sexiest Man Alive
November 27, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MB16 years after Eli Roth served horror fans a taste of an 80s-era holiday slasher called “Thanksgiving,” we finally got the main course — a feature film! Tune in to hear us break down every over-the-top kill, every Turkey Day reference, that horrifyingly real Black Friday opening, and whether by the end we were stuffed or hungry for more!
Ep 178: Interview w/Lynne Griffin from “Black Christmas” (1974) & “Curtains”
November 20, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBAs the first victim in the original “Black Christmas” (1974), Lynne Griffin holds a true place in the slasher hall of fame. But she also experienced the other side of the coin, playing an aspiring actress with homicidal tendencies in “Curtains.” Tune in to hear all about filming her iconic death scene (and getting that cat to lick her plastic-covered face), the original ending for “Curtains,” and her return to the “Black Christmas” universe in the upcoming sequel, “It’s Me, Billy – Chapter 2.”
Hell House LLC Live Event Q&A
November 15, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes - 29.1 MBWe hosted our first-ever live event on September 30, 2023 at the Lumiere Cinema in Beverly Hills, CA. It was a screening of the original "Hell House LLC" followed by a Q&A with the producer, Joe Bandelli, and star of the film, Ryan Jennifer Jones. This is the audio from the Q&A that directly followed the screening, where we chatted with Joe & Ryan all about making this found footage film! This discussion was moderated by Matt Emert and Tim Murdock.
Ep 177: Down to Clown in Hell House
November 13, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBThe original “Hell House LLC” film made quite an impact on us, so we were highly anticipating the latest installment in this found footage franchise. Tune in to hear us break down “Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor” — from the new setting, to the new characters, to the scenes that gave us full body chills, and most importantly, all those scary f*ckin’ clowns!
Adrienne King discusses "Crystal Lake" prequel series (New Clip)
November 11, 2023 02:30 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBThis is an additional clip from our interview with Adrienne King where she talks about the upcoming Friday the 13th prequel series, “Crystal Lake.” Listen to find out more about what we should expect from the new show in 2024. *This clip was removed from our original release due to the actors/writers strikes. To hear the full interview, check out Ep 160.
Ep 176: Interview w/Colin Krawchuk, Director & Co-Writer of “The Jester”
November 06, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBAfter Colin Krawchuk’s series of horror shorts captured the attention of Epic Pictures Group, he was asked to adapt them into a feature film. And thus, “The Jester” was born. Tune in to hear all about making this new horror movie (which was just released last month on VOD), thoughts on what the Jester character truly represents, and whether there could be more to come from this mischievous villain.
Ep 175: Cease & Desist, Exorcist!
October 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBDavid Gordon Green has taken on yet another horror franchise with his “The Exorcist” legacy sequel — 50 years after the original was released. And to commemorate this milestone, we invited Scott & Pete (co-hosts of Movies That Made Us Gay podcast) to discuss it with us. Tune in to hear us break down “The Exorcist: Believer” — from its new characters, to how they handled the return of Chris MacNeil, and where they could possibly take this story for 2 more movies.
Ep 174: Back to the Slasher
October 22, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 41.4 MBAhhhh, the 80s. Such simpler times. Just not for the main character in “Totally Killer,” who time travels back to this decade to try and prevent a masked killer from murdering her mom’s friends. Tune in to hear us break down this horror comedy — from the lines that had us laughing out loud, to the gruesome murders that weren’t so humorous, and of course, all the 80s sh*t that would never fly today.
Bonus Episode: “Halloween” — The One, The Only, The Classic
October 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBWe decided to release this month’s bonus episode on our main feed, as we discussed a film that’s just too iconic not to share with all our listeners. “Halloween” (1978) is credited with launching the golden era of slasher films, the career of Jamie Lee Curtis, and must have made life suck for anyone named Michael Myers. Tune in to hear us break down every scene, every character, every kill, every moment of heavy breathing, and why it’s Matt’s favorite film of all time. 🎃 Sign up to be a pa...
Ep 173: Interview w/Lindsey Anderson Beer, Director & Co-Writer of “Pet Sematary: Bloodlines”
October 16, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 33.2 MBNot only did Lindsey Anderson Beer make her directorial debut in our favorite genre, but she co-wrote and directed a prequel to one of Stephen King’s most popular stories. Tune in to hear all about how she got involved with the recently released Paramount Plus exclusive, “Pet Sematary: Bloodlines,” what it was like assembling and working with its star-studded cast, and, of course, our attempt at pulling something gay out of the plot.
Ep 172: Interview w/Tracie Savage from “F13 Pt 3”
October 13, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBTracie 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 in the F13 series, how that infamous hammock death scene was filmed, and her return to horror in 2021’s meta slasher, “13 Fanboy.”
Ep 171: Saw X Marks the Spot
October 09, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBJohn 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, the more emotional approach this film took, and the biggest question of all — who we were supposed to root for.
Ep 170: Interview w/P.J. Soles from “Carrie” (1976) & “Halloween” (1978)
October 02, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBShe 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 Lynda in “Halloween,” the different experiences she had with directors Brian De Palma and John Carpenter, and what Jamie Lee Currtis yelled across the room at her at the “Halloween H20” premiere.
Bonus Episode: Killer Kars (Patreon Clip)
September 28, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 12.4 MBThis 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 love of full-speed horror, we aren’t sure what gets you in gear! More car puns, perhaps? 🚗 “Christine” is based on one of Stephen King’s classic novels, in which a very alive car possesses its new teenage owner, Arnie. With John Carpenter as Director, you can safely assu...
Ep 169: It's a Haunting, Honey
September 25, 2023 07:00 - 53 minutes - 42.9 MBThis 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 crime thriller, our thoughts on that ever-so-sweet addition to the story, and of course — Tina Fey!
Ep 168: The Nun, The Goat & Maurice
September 18, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 38.5 MBThe 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” — from whether the sequel improved upon the original, to new characters like Sister Debra and that demonic goat, and of course, how even a possessed Maurice was sexy!
Ep 167: A 2023 ‘90s Thriller
September 11, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBWhat 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 down all the callbacks to these ‘90s flicks, all the chase scenes, that killer reveal, and the new word we learned in this movie — coulrophobia. 🤡 Plus, a few comments after last week's Kevin Williamson interview!
Ep 166: Interview w/Kevin Williamson, Writer of “Scream,” “IKWYDLS,” “The Faculty,” and so many more
September 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBAfter 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,” and even this year’s pandemic slasher, “Sick.” Tune in to hear stories about writing so many of our favorite horror films, like which “Scream 2” scene was originally meant for “IKWYDLS,” what real-life experience inspired “Teaching Mrs. Tingle,” why he didn’t receive an off...
Ep 165: But the Windows Weren't Dark!
August 28, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 41.1 MBAs 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 inevitably came back to haunt its main characters, to all the films it reminded us of, and whether its title was suitable or not.
Bonus Episode: Hellish Hospitals (Patreon Clip)
August 25, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 12.6 MBThis 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 two of the biggest horror franchises sure used this to their advantage in the films within this month’s winning theme. “Halloween II” (1981) is a continuation of John Carpenter’s horror classic, with Laurie Strode being rushed to Haddonfield Memorial Hospital. Unfortunate...
Ep 164: We're Gonna Need a Bigger Shark
August 21, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 41.8 MBShark 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 creatures and over-the-top action sequences in “Meg 2: The Trench,” while answering the age-old question — is bigger always better?
Ep 163: Talk to the Hand
August 14, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 44.9 MBWe’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 — from those disturbing possessions, to those violent outbreaks, and of course, that intense makeout scene with the dog.
Ep 162: Interview w/John Ottman, Director of “Urban Legends: Final Cut,” Composer & Editor
August 07, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBAlthough 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 John faced while directing the “Urban Legend” sequel, what it was like assembling and working with its hot young cast, and the story behind his original “Halloween H20” score.
Ep 161: Pumpkins, Parents & Poison
July 31, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 40.6 MB“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. Tune in to hear us break down all the creepies, the crawlies, and whether “Cobweb” was more trick or treat.
Ep 160: Interview w/Adrienne King from “Friday the 13th”
July 24, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBAs 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 “Friday the 13th,” the influence Betsy Palmer had on her while filming, and the full story behind her life after the movie came out and how her return in “F13 Part 2” was handled. *Please note: This interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike. We did chat with Adrienne ...
Ep 159: Insidi-Is That It?
July 17, 2023 07:00 - 57 minutes - 46.4 MBThe 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” — from the characters who returned, to the new ones we’d like to forget (aka, Nick the Dick), and our thoughts on how they wrapped up this ghostly saga.
Ep 158: The Rabbit Never Ran
July 10, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 40.8 MBAlthough 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 any hare-raising moments (wink wink), and our thoughts on what was really going on the whole time.
Ep 157: Interview w/Peter M. Bracke, Writer of “Crystal Lake Memories” and F13 expert
July 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBPeter 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 comprehensive project, his personal thoughts on many of the interviews and controversies reported in the book, and where he’d like to see the F13 franchise go next. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us ...
Ep 157: Interview w/Peter M. Bracke, Writer of “Crystal Lake Memories” and “Friday the 13th” expert
July 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBPeter 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 comprehensive project, his personal thoughts on many of the interviews and controversies reported in the book, and where he’d like to see the F13 franchise go next.
Ep 156: No More Dying First
June 26, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 43.3 MBCountless 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 what had us laughing our a$$es off, to its many pop culture and horror references. And most importantly, who DID die first??