[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 21 - NIGHT OF THE REAPER. This movie feels like a run of the mill slasher, until it’s not. I was pleasantly surprised by this one. It can be a little rough around the edges but a twisty reveal actually got me on board with it.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 18 - CRONOS. Guillermo del Toro’s take on vampirism is a melding of vampire lore & the fountain of youth. It’s not a spreadable affliction, via a vampire bite, but instead it’s a supernatural mechanism that extends the life of the person using it, with monstrous side effects.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 17 - WISHMASTER. With Robert Kurtzman, one of the co-founders of KNB EFX, at the helm, you’d be sure to expect this movie to have fun practical effects, and on that, it definitely delivers! The whole film is a blast of B-movie goodness and is 100% my kind of movie!

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 16 - OCULUS. This reality-distorting supernatural horror movie about a haunted mirror will make you question what you are seeing. The film does a good job of introducing the mirror’s distortion prowess before it unleashes it in a manner that will make your head spin a bit.

Wipe that popcorn off your jacket and take the longest shower ever because we're discussing the queer-leaning throuple at the center of Stephen Chiodo's cult classic #KillerKlownsFromOuterSpace (1988)! Tagging in for the conversation is @deadringers.bsky.social co-host @paulisgreat2000.bsky.social!

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 14 - CASPER. For some family-friendly Halloweeny fun this year, I’ve chosen this supernatural fantasy. Sporting some really great production values and a touching score, this 1995 film utilizes CGI that surprisingly holds up well (in 4K) with its ghostly cartoon aesthetic.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 13 - VAMPIRES. While this may generally be one of John Carpenter’s lesser-talked-about films, I find this pulpy western/horror hybrid to be a pretty fun watch. The film rides a line between being badass and campy with characters that feel dialed up to 11 at times.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 12 - NEW NIGHTMARE. This month we are featuring two A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET films because, well, they both are awesome! Wes Craven goes full meta here and creates something that is so ingenious in how it approaches the power of stories.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 11 - CREEP 2. I’ve been watching THE CREEP TAPES lately, and wanted to revisit this one as I couldn’t remember too much about it. Coming off the first CREEP, this sequel subverts your expectations and plays a different angle.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 10 - A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS. This 3rd film is amongst my favorite of the series. In a way this one is kind of like Freddy vs the X-men, and I’m totally here for that. The FX are pretty gnarly (love the stop motion skeleton fight & the marionette kill).

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 9 - BRING HER BACK. I went into this knowing nothing about it other than it was from the filmmakers of TALK TO ME. As a result, I was very engrossed & surprised by this really f$cked up tale of grief. It had me squirming in my seat a number of times & consistently on edge.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 8 - EVIL DEAD RISE. Director Lee Cronin stated that they used over 1,700 gallons of fake blood on this film, which makes sense for how goopy this movie is! RISE is more of a spiritual successor to Sam Raimi’s originals but it makes good use of the EVIL DEAD series trademarks.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 7 - THE MONKEY. Osgood Perkins’ take on a Steven King short story is pretty entertaining and feels tonally different than his previous films. It’s got a wicked sense of humor and grisly effects as it tells an absurd tale of family drama and chaotic supernatural violence.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 6 - A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE. This might be my favorite of the A QUIET PLACE series. The change to a NYC setting is a welcome one & the characters are worthy of investing in. Not to mention an adorable cat that might be one of the most well-mannered cats I’ve seen on screen.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 5 - THE FRIGHTENERS. In 1996, just before LORD OF THE RINGS, Peter Jackson directed this supernatural horror comedy starring Michael J. Fox. The film is an entertaining ride with some familiar faces like John Astin, Dee Wallace, Jake Busey, Chi McBride and R. Lee Ermey.

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 4 - QUEEN OF THE DAMNED. This movie is kind of like if an Anne Rice novel had a baby with DRACULA 2000. It’s kind of dumb and I’m honestly 100% here for it.

From yesterday..

From yesterday…

It’s that time of year where our very own Ben McBride kicks off his annual 31 Days of Horror marathon! Follow along as he’ll be posting his picks and where to watch!

Off-Topic: The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2024 with @nolanmcbride.bsky.social @monsterpopcorn.com @horrorella.bsky.social @paulisgreat2000.bsky.social @philipyount.bsky.social Available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, TuneIn, or at: deadringerspodcast.com/2025/03/21/d...

Off-Topic: 2024 Spooky Season Catch-Up with @nolanmcbride.bsky.social @monsterpopcorn.com @horrorella.bsky.social @paulisgreat2000.bsky.social Available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, TuneIn, or at: deadringerspodcast.com/2025/01/17/d...

Here are some favorites from @monsterpopcorn.bsky.social’s 31 Days of Horror marathon this year! Part 2! (Side note: Milk & Serial was rather good and very impressive as a super low-budget entry in the indie horror space.)

Here are some favorites from @monsterpopcorn.bsky.social’s 31 Days of Horror marathon this year! Part 1! (Side note: Hell House LLC Origins really brought the scares. Intense!)

Episode 69: THE EXORCIST + THE MEDIUM (2021) with @nolanmcbride.bsky.social @horrorella.bsky.social @paulisgreat2000.bsky.social Available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, TuneIn, or at: deadringerspodcast.com/2023/10/31/d...

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 31 - THE BEYOND. This Lucio Fulci film is a bit fractured story-wise but it exists on a level of pure atmosphere, descending into a bizarre nightmare. There is some truly beautiful imagery and some creative schlocky gore. Find it on Blu-ray & Peacock! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 30 - SCREAM 2. Williamson’s script and Craven’s direction amp up the thrills while also capitalizing on the events of the first film, giving dramatic weight to the characters and their dynamic relationships. Find it on 4K/Blu-ray and streaming on Max! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 29 - BONES AND ALL. A mesmerizing tale about growing up and self-discovery through the lens of cannibals. It’s very well acted and features a score from Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross. BONES AND ALL can be found on Blu-ray and streaming on Amazon Prime! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 28 - FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S. Does this movie live up to the creepiness of the original games? No, not really. It doesn’t ever get into the realm of unsettling/terrifying, but it’s still a decent, albeit flawed, watch. In theaters or on Peacock! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 26 - MY BEST FRIEND IS A VAMPIRE. An ‘80s comedy that is like a John Hughes movie for the horror crowd. It’s quirky and bloodsuckingly fun! Find it on Vestron Video Blu-ray and for rent on VOD. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 26 - GHOULIES. A weird, kind of nonsensical movie that has some cheesy acting, fun effects & a silly charm that makes for an enjoyable watch. I viewed this on the new MVD Visual 4K release & it looks REALLY good. Find it on 4K/Blu-ray & VOD rental. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 25 - THE MIST. Easily one of my favorite Stephen King adaptations and a perfect microcosm examining how fear breaks down society. I watched the black & white version as it helps lend a lot more atmosphere. THE MIST is available on 4K/Blu-ray & on VOD. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 24 - TALES FROM THE DARKSIDE: THE MOVIE. Featuring tales inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Steven King, this three-tale anthology doesn’t have a bad story in the bunch! I was a big fan! You can find it on Scream Factory Blu-ray & rental on VOD. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 23 - FROSTBITER: WRATH OF THE WENDIGO. Puppets, miniatures and stop-motion are all creatively employed here to give this lo-fi film, playing in the EVIL DEAD sandbox, ambitious scope. Find it on @VinegarSyndrome Blu-ray & rental on Prime. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 22 - SCREAM FOR HELP! This schlocky killer-stepdad flick is the perfect group movie to cackle along as the bizarre choices the characters make unfold. I had a blast with it! SCREAM FOR HELP is available on Blu-ray and available to rent on VOD. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 21 - HOST! If you are in need of a quick horror movie that still delivers the goods, this comes highly recommended! At a brisk 57 min, HOST is an efficient screen-life film that is genuinely creepy. HOST is available on Blu-ray & streaming on Shudder @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 20 - THE BEING! Jackie Kong’s creature feature plays it fairly straight in regards to its B-grade monster movie roots. It has its charms, even if it is hesitant to show the creature for most of its runtime. Find it on Bluray & streaming on Prime. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 19 - OF UNKNOWN ORIGIN! This movie features Peter Weller vs a conniving & pissed-off rat, duking it out for ultimate domination! Expect some silliness mixed with very genuine thrills and creep factor! Find it on Scream Factory Blu-ray & rental on VOD. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 18 - THE WICKER MAN! One of the Unholy Trinity of films that birthed the folk horror genre & arguably the most well known. This provocative story is a diegetic musical intertwined with a winding mystery. Find it on 4K/Bluray disc & streaming on Prime. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 17 - POLTERGEIST! 80s horror perfection! When it’s not indulging in spectral effects goodness, it’s letting the Freelings’ personalities & family dynamic shine through, making for an endearing experience. Find it on 4K/Blu-ray and streaming on Max. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 16 - APPENDAGE! If the Babadook and Frank Henenlotter had a baby, it’d be this movie. This weird little flick, though flawed, does some solid work in manifesting mental illness into a monstrous creature. APPENDAGE is available to stream on Hulu. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 15 - SLUGS! This bonkers movie is characters with weird logic choices vs killer carnivorous slugs! Their voracious appetites for human flesh result in many a moment of fun special effects! SLUGS is available on Arrow Films Blu-ray & streaming on Tubi. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 14 - THE HALLOWEEN TREE! From Ray Bradbury, this animated Halloween tale follows kids on an adventure to save their friend that traverses time to explore facets of the holiday’s history & themes. Find it available on VOD for rent or purchase @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 13 - FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VI: JASON LIVES! It’s Friday October 13th, how could I not indulge in some Voorhees mayhem?! My personal favorite of the series is PART IV, but I do like the zombified Jason look in this one. It is currently streaming on Max! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 12 - LET THE WRONG ONE IN! This Irish vampire comedy hails from Conor McMahon (STITCHES), who intertwines family drama with a more prominent comedic sensibility, on top of fun special effects & Buffy’s Anthony Head! Find it streaming on Amazon Prime! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 11 - BODY BAGS! This super fun made-for-TV anthology film, featuring 2 tales directed by John Carpenter & a 3rd by Tobe Hooper, doesn’t pull its punches. BODY BAGS is available on Blu-ray from Scream Factory & streaming on Amazon Prime! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 10 - HELL HOUSE LLC! This found footage haunted house flick may have some typical trappings of the genre but it is creepy! It’s a good one to turn off all the lights, sit in the dark & get scared as hell! HELL HOUSE LLC is streaming on @shudder! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 9 - PHENOMENA! An Argento film starring Jennifer Connelly that has 3 versions & 2 titles (in the U.S. it was released as CREEPERS). I prefer the 110-min International cut. You can find this one on 4K/blu-ray from Synapse Films & streaming on Shudder! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 8 - THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER! This one feels a bit like the 1st act of a 3-part story & the possession elements feel tame compared to the original film but it is a solid enough movie to warrant a watch. #TheExorcistBeliever is currently in theaters! @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 7 - END OF DAYS! Arnold Schwarzenegger vs the Devil! You get big explosions, questionable CGI, and a hard-edged Arnold telling the devil he’s a choir boy. I have a blast every time I watch it! END OF DAYS is available on Blu-ray and streaming on Tubi. @deadringers.bsky.social

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 6 - TOWER OF TERROR! Steve Guttenberg & a teenage Kristen Dunst confront some ghosts in this TV-movie adaptation of the famous Disney attraction! TOWER OF TERROR is available on DVD (but if you do a search on YouTube, you can find it there too 🎃). @deadringers.bsky.social