Mostly Horror

Hey Horror Fans!!! In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back filmmaker Josh Ruben to dive into his latest genre-blending film, Heart Eyes . Josh shares how he brought this unique romantic horror-comedy to life, working with a script by Christopher Landon ( Happy Death Day , Freaky ) and Michael Kennedy ( Freaky ). We discuss crafting the film’s perfect balance of heartfelt romance and gory s...

Hey Horror Fans!!! This week, we’re joined by J.D. Lifshitz, Raphael Margules, and Tracy Rosenblum from BoulderLight Pictures, the powerhouse indie production company behind hits like Barbarian , The Vigil , and Wrath of Becky . Together, we dive into their upcoming New Line Cinema release, Companion , hitting theaters January 31st. We chat about casting Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid, tackling ti...

Hey Horror Fans!!! This week on Mostly Horror , Steve and Sean dig into some intriguing horror headlines! They discuss rumors of Robert Eggers possibly directing a Labyrinth sequel with the Jim Henson Company, Bret Easton Ellis casting doubt on the legitimacy of Austin Butler playing Patrick Bateman in a new American Psycho project, and some surprising CGI updates to Alien: Romulus for its physica...

Hey Horror Fans!!! This week, we’re joined by a true icon of the horror genre: writer, director, and all-around creative force, Leigh Whannell. From Saw to Dead Silence , Insidious to Upgrade , and The Invisible Man , Leigh’s work has shaped the landscape of modern horror and thrilled audiences worldwide. In this spoiler-free conversation ahead of the release of his highly anticipated film Wolf Ma...

🎉 Welcome to the first episode of 2025! 🎉 We’re kicking off the new year with our annual Spook'em Scare'em Awards , where Sean and Steve dive into the best that horror had to offer in 2024. From standout films and chilling TV shows to unforgettable performances and killer monsters, we’re covering it all. This year’s categories include: Best Horror Film Best Horror Show Best New to You Best Death...

Hey Horror Fans!!! It’s the most haunting time of the year! This week, Sean kicks things off solo with some horror news: a whimsical and deadly new unicorn movie from A24, a chilling Bryan Bertino film starring Dakota Fanning, a Turkish remake of Coffee Table , and the announcement of an Anaconda reboot that slithers back into the spotlight. Then, we’re revisiting a favorite from the archives: our...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, we’re joined by Patrick Brice, the co-creator/writer and director behind the Creep franchise, to explore the unsettling world of "Josef" (If thats even his real name). From the chilling stories that shaped the Creep films to Shudder’s new Creep Tapes series, we unpack the disturbing nature of one of horror’s most unnerving characters. Patrick also shares his introductio...

Hey Horror Fans!!! In this episode Steve and Sean are joined by actress and musical performer Kyra Kennedy, currently starring as the lead stand-in for Teeth: The Musical Off-Broadway. Based on the cult-classic 2007 horror film, Teeth tells the outrageous and darkly funny story of Dawn, a young woman grappling with a very... unique condition. Kyra takes us behind the scenes of bringing this wild,...

Hey Horror Fans!!! This week, Steve and Sean dive into the nostalgic chaos of A24’s Y2K ! First, they chat with stars Jaeden Martell ( IT , Knives Out ) and Julian Dennison ( Deadpool 2 , Godzilla vs. Kong ) about their hilarious on-screen chemistry, their early introductions to horror, and what it was like working with practical effects and larger-than-life tech monsters. They also share their ex...

Hey Horror Fans!!! This week, Sean and Steve fly solo (together) for an episode packed with horror goodness. They dive into the latest news, including updates on Scream 7 , a first look at Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein , and hints about Jordan Peele's upcoming mysterious project. From there, they turn their attention to Patrick Brice and Mark Duplass' Creep franchise, discussing the two unsett...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, We are joined by Emily C. Hughes, author of Horror for Weenies ! In our conversation Emily shares her journey into horror, from the childhood moments that scared her away to the realization a decade later that she was hooked on the genre. We dive into the unique challenges faced by "horror weenies"—those who fear the screams on screen but still want to join the conversa...

Hey Horror Fans! This week on Mostly Horror , we welcome back the incredible CJ Leede, author of Maeve Fly and now American Rapture . In this conversation we dive deep into the timely themes of her latest work—a novel that explores the raw and terrifying consequences of political and social powers and pressures, especially as they impact women. The conversation couldn’t have come at a more potent...

Hey Horror Fans! In this week’s episode, we sit down with writing and directing duo Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, the creative minds behind some of horror’s biggest recent hits. You’ll know them as the writers of A Quiet Place , the movie that made silence terrifying, and as the talents behind Haunt and The Boogeyman . All of which we chat briefly about before diving into their latest project, Heret...

Hey Horror Fans! It’s Halloween Special Part 2 time here at Mostly Horror! Steve and Sean kick things off with the latest horror news, diving into exciting updates on Aliens and Predators and what’s next for these legendary franchises. Then, Steve takes the reins solo for a chilling interview with Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills! In their conversation, Spencer opens up about his early days in ho...

Happy Halloween Horror Fans! In this spooky episode of Mostly Horror, Steve and Sean kick things off with some unexpected celebrity encounters. Then of course they dive into some things you probably already know, covering Stephen King's Fairy Tale adaptation, Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming American Psycho film, and Blumhouse’s controversial partnership with Meta AI. Sean then puts on his tin foil hat...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, Steve and Sean are joined by directors Dennis Widmyer and Kevin Kölsch for a deep dive into their chilling films Starry Eyes and the 2019 remake of Pet Sematary . In this episode, we explore their unique path into the film industry, what it was like to adapt one of Stephen King's most haunting stories, and the cult status Starry Eyes has achieved in the indie horror sce...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, Steve and Sean sit down with director Michael Felker to dive into his debut feature Things Will Be Different —a captivating exploration of time travel, family, and life’s more cynical truths. In this episode, Michael unpacks the logic of time travel and how it shapes the story, while also touching on the film's deeper themes of hope, disillusionment, and family relation...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, Steve and Sean are joined by director Greg Jardin and actor David Thompson to dive into their latest film, It's What's Inside—a one-of-a-kind comedy-thriller that's as visually stunning as it is darkly hilarious! In this episode, Greg and David share insights into the film's daring visual style, which draws from horror but flips it on its head to create something totall...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, Steve and Sean bring you two exciting interviews for the highly anticipated and somewhat controversial Speak No Evil! First up, director James Watkins joins the show to discuss his career in horror, with films like Eden Lake and The Woman in Black. He also delves into the fun and intriguing challenge of putting a fresh spin on the Danish cult hit Speak No Evil, offering...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, Steve and Sean are joined by the legendary Halle Berry and visionary director Alexandre Aja to discuss their thrilling new film, Never Let Go. In this exciting interview, Halle and Alexandre delve into the depths of horror as a genre, the challenges and rewards of working with child actors, and the importance of exploring the authenticity of characters in storytelling....

Hey Horror Fans! This week, Steve and Sean welcome back the incredible Paul Tremblay to the podcast! In his return, they dive into Paul’s latest works— Horror Movie: A Novel and his eerie short story collection, The Beast You Are . Together, they explore the creative process behind crafting both novels and short fiction, with plenty of chilling insights into the psychological and ambiguous horrors...

Hey Horror Fans! This week, Steve and Sean are joined by the incredibly talented brothers Max and Sam Eggers (Brothers of Robert Eggers) ! They sit down to talk about their chilling new film, The Front Room , diving into everything from their childhood ghost encounters to the deeply personal experience of caring for their ailing grandfather—a profound influence that seeps into the haunting atmosph...

Hey Sinners! This week, Steve and Sean are joined by the amazing director Mikael Håfström! They dive deep into his latest film Slingshot and explore the intense psychological thrills that make it a must-watch. But that’s not all—they also discuss that one time Anthony Hopkins was dishing out exorcisms out of his home in The Rite andddd return to the haunted halls of the Dolphin Hotel and its infam...

Hey Sickos! This week Steve and Sean are joined by Toby Poser and John Adams, the heads of The Adams Family, known for their eerie and punk rock DIY horror films! We dive into their latest film Hell Hole (premiering on Shudder August 23rd) and chat about everything from crafting chilling atmospheres on a budget to the family dynamic that fuels their creativity. Plus, we get into their band Hellben...

Hey Monster Hunters! This week Steve and Sean are joined by author, cryptozoologist and over all hunter of odd and peculiar things J.W. Ocker. They talk about everything from Space Clams to cursed objects, Penis Museums, Mothman Poetry, Edgar Allen Poe, how we as a society have lost the very important art of scarring the absolute hell out of children and so much more! What you got something better...