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JumpScare! The Horror Podcast

235 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★ - 26 ratings

JumpScare! will be examining the horror genre in most aspects, such as films new and old, novels, tv etc. So stay tuned to the horror!

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Sting (2024)

April 02, 2024 04:01 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

Get ready for screams and chills!  This April, prepare to be spooked by some legendary creatures because Jumpscare is diving into a month of bone-chilling creature features! ‍ Join us as we dissect monsters from classic and contemporary horror films.  First up is Sting from writer/director Kiah Roache-Turner (Wyrmwood).  Betty’s not a fan of spiders but she did like this movie, tune in to find out why.   Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #sting #sting2024 #horrormovi...

Late Night With the Devil

March 26, 2024 04:01 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

This week we delve back into found footage as we check out Late Night with the Devil.   Jack Delroy, the host of a successful 1970s talk show, is struggling to cope with the death of his wife. In an attempt to boost ratings, he invites a purportedly possessed girl onto the show for a Halloween special.  Things take a terrifying turn when the girl unleashes a demonic entity during the live broadcast. Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast.  #latenightwithdevil #DavidDastmalc...

Lovely Dark and Deep

March 02, 2024 05:54 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Surprise! It's a special bonus episode!  We were able to watch a new horror film called Lovely, Dark and Deep and wanted to post our thoughts on it. This is a divisive one for the Jumpscare! crew as one of us loved this film and the other was left cold.  Tune in to find out who! https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #lovelydarkanddeep #horrormovies #teresasutherland #georginacampbell #naturehorror #isolationhorror #horrorpodcast #moviereview #cosmichorror 

Blood Gorge/Dark Harvest

February 27, 2024 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

This week it's a double feature! First up is Blood Gorge, an independent horror film from Victor Gabriel. Then it's on to the adaptation of Norman Partridge's novel Dark Harvest.  The book is a favorite of Shad's, but does the movie do it justice, tune in to find out. https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #bloodgorge #victorgabriel #horrormovies #darkharvest #normanpartridge #moviereview #horrorpodcast 

My Bloody Valentine (1981)

February 13, 2024 05:01 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Happy Valentine's Day, this week we're covering the 1981 slasher classic My Bloody Valentine. We recently viewed the 4K release of this at the Enzian theater and wanted to share out thoughts.     Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #mybloodyvalentine #mybloodyvalentine1981 #horrormovies #holidayslashers #80shorror #canadianhorror #harrywarden   

Suitable Flesh

January 30, 2024 05:01 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

This week we conclude our hospital horrors with Suitable Flesh.  Directed by Joe Lynch and written by Dennis Paoli this movie is a definite throwback to the Lovecraft movies of the 80s.   https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #suitableflesh #joelynch #dennispaoli #heathergraham #barbaracrampton #judahlewis #brucedavison #horrormovies #horrorpodcast #moviereview #hplovecraft #shudder #

Visiting Hours

January 17, 2024 03:59 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Our hospital horrors continue with Visiting Hours from 1982.  Starring Lee Grant, Linda Purl, Michael Ironside and WIlliam Shatner this movie is not talked about a lot these days.  It's definitely relevant today, perhaps more than it was in the 80s.   https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #visitinghours #horrormovies #williamshatner #michaelironside #leegrant #lindapurl #horrorpodcast #moviereview

Bad Dreams

January 03, 2024 05:08 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MB

Hey, we're back! We're starting off 2024 with a month of Hospital horrors, beginning with Bad Dreams from 1988.   This movie is frequently compared to A Nightmare on Elm Street 3 The Dream Warriors, is that a fair comparison?  Listen to find out!   Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #baddreams #horrormovies #jenniferrubin #bruceabbot #richardlynch #andrewflemming #80shorror #moviereview 

The Boogeyman (1980)

December 12, 2023 05:01 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

This week we're talking about The Boogeyman, no not the Stephen King one.  Also not the one with the guy from Seventh Heaven in it.  We're talking about the one from 1980 directed by Uli Lommel. Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #theboogeyman #theboogeyman1980 #Ullilommel #horrormovies #horrorpodcast #moviereview #80shorror 

Abominable (2006)

November 28, 2023 05:01 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

The next movie in our Bigfoot series is Abominable, from 2006.  Best described as "Rear Window with sasquatch" this movie exceeds expectations! Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #bigfoot #sasquatch #abominable #horrormovies #horrorpodcast #mattmccoy #tiffanyshepis #lancehenrickson #jeffreycombs #philmorris 

Thanksgiving

November 22, 2023 05:29 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

Well, it took sixteen years but it finally made it to the screen, Thanksgiving has arrived.   The film, based off the trailer in the 2007 film Grindhouse, is a throwback to the slashers of the 80 and 90s.   Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #thanksgiving #thanksgivingmovie #horrormovies #eliroth #horrorpodcast #moviereview 

Willow Creek

November 14, 2023 05:01 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

For no shave November we decided to cover movies featuring the ultimate hairy man, Bigfoot.   First up is 2013s Willow Creek, written and directed by Bobcat Goldthwait.     Where to find us: linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #bigfoot #willowcreek #horrormovies #foundfootage #moviereview

Halloween Extravaganza

October 31, 2023 04:25 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

This Halloween we're talking about several movies that we watched during the month.   Dracula (1979) Totally Killer  The Puppetman  Hellhouse LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor  We also talk a little about the Chucky TV show and the new Goosebumps series.  

The Dead Zone

October 17, 2023 17:23 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Kingtober continues with The Dead Zone.  Directed by David Cronenberg and starring Christopher Walken this film is celebrating its 40th anniversary.   This episode also features an impromptu discussion of The Langoliers and why Betty hates it so much.  Where to find us!  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Carrie (1976)

October 03, 2023 04:01 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MB

This October we're dedicating the podcast to Stephen King, and we're starting off with his very first adaptation, Carrie.     Directed by Brian DePalma this movie made started King on the road to being a household name. Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast  

The X-Files 30th Anniversary

September 23, 2023 02:28 - 1 hour - 69.9 MB

This month the X-Files turned 30 and we're celebrating by discussing a few of our favorite episodes.  There are more excellent episodes but we will save those for the 35th anniversary.   Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #thexfiles #horrortv #davidduchovny #gilliananderson #chriscarter #tvreview 

Cobweb (2023)

September 05, 2023 04:01 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

This week we're covering Cobweb a recent release that didn't get the wide release it should.  It's available on VOD now and it is definitely one you should check out.  Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #cobweb #horrormovies #lizzycaplan #anthonystarr #woodynorman #Samuelbodin #christhomasdevlin

A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master

August 22, 2023 04:01 - 47 minutes - 43 MB

This week we're covering the 35th anniversary of A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master.   You can see this on the big screen this Friday at Movies of Lake Worth if you're in the south Florida area you should definitely check it out.  https://www.moviesoflakeworth.com/movie/12635/A-Nightmare-on-Elm-Street-4-The-Dream-Master-Trailer-and-Info Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #freddykrueger #horrormovies #anightmareonelmstreet4 #robertenglund 

The Blob (1988)

August 15, 2023 04:01 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

This week we finish up our "Aliens of 88" with The Blob.  This film is part of the holy trinity of remakes (The Thing, The Fly, The Blob) that set the gold standard.     https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Talk To Me

July 30, 2023 04:01 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Surprise! It's an early episode of Jumpscare! This episode we're covering the new A24 film Talk to Me.   We do talk spoilers in this review so be warned! Is this the scariest movie that A24 has released? Tune in to find out.   Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #talktome #A24 #horrormovies #horrorpodcast #moviereviews 

Phantasm II

July 18, 2023 04:01 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

The Ball is back! This week we continue our "Aliens of 88" series with Phantasm II.   This film is a favorite of Shad's, not so much for Betty.  Listen as they disagree about the awesomeness of this film. https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast  

Ticks

July 04, 2023 04:01 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

This week we're covering Ticks which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.  This was a first time watch for Betty and she is not a fan of bugs!    Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #ticks #horrormovies #90shorror #sethgreen #horrorpodcast #moviereview #practicaleffects 

They Live (With the Geare Brothers)

June 20, 2023 04:01 - 1 hour - 91.9 MB

This week we continue our "Aliens of 88" series with John Carpenter's They Live.  We're happy to welcome back the Geare Brothers for this episode as well.   Darren and Jeff join us for conversation about They Live and we get a into a general discussion of Carpenter's films and scores.   Be sure and check out Darren and Jeff's film The Retaliators now available on Amazon Prime!  You can find us here:  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast The Geare Brothers on Twitter: @GeareBrothers #theyl...

Lovers Lane

June 06, 2023 04:01 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

This week we're covering a lost slasher! Lovers Lane has not been available for a long time, but our friends at Arrow video have resurrected it. Is it worth a watch, well the duo was split on this one, listen to find out why! Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast  #loverslane #arrowvideo #horrormovies #slashermovies #90shorror

Killer Klowns from Outer Space

May 26, 2023 12:42 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

This week is the 35th anniversary of Killer Klowns From Outer Space and we're heading to the big top in this episode.   This one of Betty's favorite films and one that she's been dying to cover, again.  We covered this a few years ago but that podcast is lost to wind, so it's all new again! https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

David Cronenberg’s The Brood

May 09, 2023 04:01 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

Mother's Day is coming up and what better movie than David Cronenberg's The Brood to cover. This was a first time watch for Betty and one she won't soon forget! https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #thebrood #davidcronenbergsthebrood #horrormovies #oliverreed #samanthaeggar #moviereviews

Renfield/Summoning Sylvia

April 19, 2023 18:04 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

This week we have a double feature of Renfield and Summoning Sylvia. It's vampires and ghosts on this episode of Jumpscare! as we look at two very different horror comedies.     Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Dead Silence

April 04, 2023 04:01 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

This episode we're covering Dead Silence from 2007.  This was a first time watch for Betty and one Shad had been wanting her to see for a while.     Does this film from the writer/director team that brought us the original SAW film hold up? Tune in to find out!    

Psycho II

March 28, 2023 04:01 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

We're back! After a long illness we have returned to podcast again.  We weren't gone as long as the time between Psycho and Psycho II but it felt that way.   This week we're covering one of the best sequels ever made, Psycho II!  #psychoII #horrormovies #normanbates #horrorsequels #anthonyperkins #veramiles #robertloggia #dennisfranz #megtilly #ozperkins #alfredhitchcock #richardfranklin #tomholland #horrorpodcast #moviereview #80shorror #psycho2 #batesmotel 

The Faculty

February 28, 2023 05:01 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Betty's birthday month continues with another of her favorites The Faculty from 1998. This movie is full of easter eggs and in jokes that certainly make old and new horror fans happy.     https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Buried Alive (1990)

February 14, 2023 05:01 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

It's Betty's birthday month! Her first pick is Buried Alive.  This is a made for TV movie that originally aired on the USA network in 1990.  The USA network gave us a lot of great television shows and movies, it's a shame they're no longer around.   Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Alligator (1980)

January 31, 2023 05:01 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

This week we're covering Alligator from 1980! This was a first time watch for Betty and one of Shad's favorites.   We also talk about some other films we've seen recently including : The Children Sick Infinity Pool Here's where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #alligator #alligator1980 #horrormovies   

Jason Goes to Hell-The FInal Friday

January 13, 2023 05:13 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

It's the first Friday the 13th of the new year, so we're covering one the least liked entries of the Friday the 13th series.  That's right we're talking about Jason Goes to Hell-The FInal Friday.   Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Deadstream

January 03, 2023 05:01 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

We're starting 2023 off with a movie we loved from last year, Deadstream! Written and directed by the husband/wife team of Vanessa and Joseph Winter this found footage horror/comedy is a fun romp.   https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

The Kindred (1987)

December 15, 2022 19:30 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

We're back! After fighting through the Andromeda strain we've returned with a new episode.   This week we're covering 1987's The KIndred.  This is a gem of a movie that deserves to be talked about more! Tune in for the horror! #thekindred #horrormovies  

Phantom of the Mall: Eric’s Revenge

November 18, 2022 14:51 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

This week Shad was sidelined by what he calls "The Andromeda Strain" so we're sorry for the delay.  Shad still can't talk but we had an episode in reserve just for such emergencies.   So this week we're talking about 1989's Phantom of the Mall Eric's Revenge!  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

The Geare Brothers interview

October 31, 2022 15:56 - 1 hour - 78.7 MB

For Halloween we have a special treat! We have an in depth interview with the Geare Brothers! Darren and Jeff Allen.  We recently covered their first film, The Retaliators and now we're able to discuss it with them.   We learn a lot about them including how they got the film made and Darren's connection to Hocus Pocus.  We also learn the heartbreaking inspiration for the film.    

Two Witches/Halloween Ends

October 18, 2022 04:01 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

This week we have a double feature! First up is Two Witches a film that features two or possibly more witches. After that we steer right into Halloween Ends.  Which is of course about the final showdown between MIchael Myers and Laurie Strode, or is it? Tune in for the horror https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

I, Madman

October 04, 2022 04:01 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Our first episode this month is I, Madman from 1989.  This was a first time watch for Betty, and a recent discovery for Shad as well.   This is an 80s film that gets nowhere near the amount of attention it should. #imadman #horrormovies #80shorror

The Retaliators

September 14, 2022 06:39 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

This week we're covering The Retaliators! This film is in theaters today and we urge you to go and see it on the big screen! It's a wild roller coaster of a film and deserves to be seen large! Where to find us:  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #theretaliators #horrormovies #heavymetal #moviereviews #newreleases  

The Stuff

September 06, 2022 04:01 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

This week we're covering Larry Cohen's 1985 classic, The Stuff! This movie is filled with cameos and people who have shown up in a number of horror movies. https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #thestuff #larrycohen #horrormovies #80shorror

Night Train to Terror

August 23, 2022 06:04 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

What if God and the Devil met on a train to decide the fate of some human souls? What if you took three different movies and edited them down into one anthology movie?  These are the questions we tackle in this week's episode about Night Train to Terror.     https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Bodies Bodies Bodies

August 12, 2022 06:34 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

This week we tackle the new A24 film Bodies Bodies Bodies.  While being advertised as a horror film it's more of a dark comedy/drama.   How does this compare to other A24 films? Tune in to find out.   Where you can find us online: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

The Lost Boys

July 29, 2022 04:02 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

It's the 35th anniversary of The Lost Boys and we couldn't let it pass by.  We invited our friend Carrie on, who can quote this movie verbatim and had a blast discussing The Lost Boys, the 80's and Near Dark just for good measure.   https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast Michael montage from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyj2bskurYY&ab_channel=Movies360%2F365

NOPE.

July 23, 2022 03:18 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MB

This special appetizer episode is all about Jordan Peele's latest film NOPE.  We actually viewed this separately so our discussion on the podcast is the first time we shared our thoughts on it.  Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast  

The Manitou

July 14, 2022 04:46 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

This episode we're covering The Manitou from 1978.  Based on a novel by Graham Masterston this is the first in a series of novels, but we only have the one movie.  Is that good or bad, tune in to find out!    #themanitou #horrormovies #70shorror #tonycurtis

The Thing

June 25, 2022 02:09 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

It's the 40th anniversary of John Carpenter's The Thing, and we had to cover it.   One of the all time horror classics this film has passed the test of time.  #thething #johncarpenter #kurtrussell #horrormovies  Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Crimes of the Future

June 07, 2022 18:12 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

It's David Cronenberg's first film in eight years, and man did he bring his A game for this one. Surgery is the new sex, and I'm not sure we're ready for it. #davidcronenberg #crimesofthefuture #horrormovies #viggomortensen #kristenstewart #leaseydoux  Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast

Friday the 13th the series

May 13, 2022 04:01 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

It's Friday the 13th and we're talking about the often overlooked Friday the 13th the series.  Our special guest this episode is Alyse Wax, author of Curious Goods: Behind the Scenes of Friday the 13th the series.  Alyse has written the definitive book and the series and joins us to dig deep into the show.  So let's all take a trip to Curious Goods and see what antique we like best.   You can get Alyse's amazing book here:  https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B017XVRI62&preview=newtab&l...

Doctor Mordrid

May 03, 2022 04:01 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

This episode we travel deep into the unknown and talk about 1992s Doctor Mordrid.  This started its life as a Dr. Strange film and later became Doctor Mordrid when Full Moon lost the rights to Strange.    Where to find us: https://jumpscare.podbean.com https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jumpscare/id1436554914?mt=2 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH00Ygf2EQQOmqmo5_RsEyg  https://open.spotify.com/show/5EmdRIgfMSFDH73DGSon6o https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qdW1wc2NhcmUucG9...

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