Halloweenies: A Horror Franchise Podcast

We saved the best for last! Our Universal Monsters season comes to an end as the Monster meets its mistress in this stellar sequel from James Whale: 1935's The Bride of Frankenstein. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I know, I know: This episode's late. Funny enough, it's just been sitting there for a week, but your Halloweenies were busy with a spooky wedding on Clint's ranch this past week. Alas, we're back with the much-anticipated Coming Soon & Now Showing, our newly minted series that combines the headlines of Steve Christy's Bulletin Board with the capsule reviews of Now Showing to cover the gamut of the latest and greatest in Horror media. Today, Mac and Mike discuss Halloween: The Game, Scary Movie 6, the Alien: Romulus sequel, and -- once again -- Noah Hawley's Alien Earth. The two then discuss a pair of new films (I Know What You Did Last Summer, The Conjuring: Last Rites) and two oldies (Devil's Pass, Night of the Scarecrow). Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Halloweenies conclude their Universal Monsters coverage in September with 1935's Bride of Frankenstein. In anticipation, the gang suits up for the big old wedding by revisiting their favorite "Bride flicks." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When whispers of the Evil Dead in Concert event first floated through Halloweenies HQ, we were intrigued. When we read the press release, we were sold. And most importantly, we knew we needed to go right to the source to get all the deets on what the 50-city Evil Dead in Concert tour entails. The source in question is, of course, none other than composer Joseph LoDuca. Enjoy hearing all about this upcoming tour and grab tickets now at: https://www.evildeadinconcert.com/

Fun facts: In 2025, aka this year, Stuart Gordon’s RE-ANIMATOR turns 40 years old, while Brian Yuzna’s 1990 sequel BRIDE OF RE-ANIMATOR turns 35 years old. To celebrate, the Halloweenies have unlocked their 2024 commentary for the iconic original, but have also recorded a new commentary for Bride, which is now available at patreon.com/halloweeniespod Get both via links in bio and be sure to keep your head on.

They've met Dracula, the Wolf Man, the Creature, the Mummy, even Abbot & Costello. But only now are the Halloweenies finally braving the Bavarian Alps to meet The Monster within James Whale's iconic 1931 Universal Horror classic Frankenstein.

As Powerman 5000 wisely sang: This is what it's like when world's collide. Today, we're trying out something new. We're combining the news and headlines of Steve Christy's Bulletin Board with Now Showing to cover the gamut of the latest and greatest in Horror media. For the inaugural installment, we're talking the first official Jason Voorhees appearance since 2009 (see: Sweet Revenge), FX's Alien: Earth, the new Hellraiser game, Gremlins 3, and more. Then, we'll discuss two new films (Together, Weapons) and two oldies (Copycat, Angel Heart). Let us know what you think in the comments!

The Halloweenies continue their Universal Monsters coverage in August with 1931's Frankenstein. In anticipation, the gang stitches together their favorite monster movies that ran where Frankenstein's Monster stomped.

Before the Halloweenies dig up the limbs to create Frankenstein's Monster in August, they're tickling their funny bones with this 1948 Universal Monster comedy classic: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. If you're looking to double up on the yucks and ha-has, be sure to also check out our episode on Young Frankenstein at patreon.com/halloweeniespod.

Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that sees the Halloweenies laughing at Mel Brooks' 1974 comedy blockbuster Young Frankenstein. Want to hear the full thing? Head on over to www.patreon.com/halloweeniespod and become a Skeleton Patron for more exclusive bonus content!

With Now Showing, your Halloweenies gather each month for a roundtable review on something new and something old in horror. This month, they discuss 28 Years Later, Jurassic World Rebirth, Bring Her Back and three oldies you'll have to listen to hear about.

The Halloweenies dust off another John Carpenter classic out of the pile: 1986's Big Trouble in Little China. Requested by oilung, the gang hops aboard the Pork Chop Express to discuss all things Jack Burton, the Lords of Death, the legacy of James Hong, crushing on Kim Cattrall, and the score that keeps on giving. Note: This episode was recorded in January 2024 and is being unlocked because we're, well, we just thought it'd be nice to hear.

It's a cruel summer. The heat is on, our swimsuits are on, and our swim game is on. To celebrate these hot, humid days, the Halloweenies are hitting the water to continue their Universal Monsters coverage with Jack Arnold's The Creature from the Black Lagoon.

It's the middle of the year! The Halloweenies take a break from the Universal Monsters and catch up on their favorite horror movies of 2025 ... so far. They also share a couple that truly disappointed them.

The Halloweenies continue their Universal Monsters coverage in June with 1954's Creature from the Black Lagoon. In anticipation, the gang puts on their swim trunks and takes a dip to find their favorite creatures from down under -- and we don't mean Australia!

The Halloweenies continue their Universal Monsters coverage with Rupert Julian, Lon Chaney, Ernst Laemmle, and Edward Sedgwick's 1925 Hollywood silent movie blockbuster The Phantom of the Opera.

With Now Showing, your Halloweenies gather each month for a roundtable review on something new and something old in horror. This month, they discuss Sinners, Frewaka, The Rule of Jenny Penn, Dead Ringers, Phase IV, and Anguish. Special guest includes Bloody Disgusting writer Brian Keiper, who also co-hosts of Movies for Life and The Pod and the Pendulum.

The Halloweenies continue their Universal Monsters coverage with 1925s The Phantom of the Opera. In anticipation, the gang shares their picks for the best Phantom films of all time.

The Halloweenies continue their Universal Monsters coverage with James Whale's 1933 Hollywood wonder The Invisible Man.

The Halloweenies continue their Universal Monsters coverage with 1933's The Invisible Man. In anticipation, the gang shares their invisible picks for the best invisible films of all time. Or something like that.