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n this episode, we take a deep dive into A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984), the groundbreaking horror masterpiece from legendary filmmaker Wes Craven. X/Twitter - https://x.com/3basketcases Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/3basketcases/ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-basket-cases/id1820549500 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/08C768iUdtg5LW0by3FROF Facebook - htt...

We talk with Ricky Glore and Eric Hunter about their upcoming horror movie Run Help make the movie a reality - https://seedandspark.com/fund/hackenslash#story We also talk about Nightmare on elm street, recent horror movies we liked, and a lot more Get some Eric Hunter books! https://www.ericmhunter.com/ 3 Basket Cases: X/Twitter - https://x.com/3basketcases Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/3...

In an era when horror was dominated by remakes, torture films, and found footage, Hatchet arrived with a chainsaw to the rulebook and reminded fans why slashers were so much fun. X/Twitter - https://x.com/3basketcases Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/3basketcases/ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-basket-cases/id1820549500 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/08C768iU...

In this episode, we dive deep into Neil Marshall’s 2002 cult classic, a brutal blend of military action, siege horror, dark comedy, and some of the nastiest werewolves ever put on screen. What starts as a routine training exercise in the Scottish Highlands quickly turns into a blood-soaked fight for survival against creatures lurking just beyond the trees. Join us as we break down the film’s explo...

Come watch the goriest movie ever made with us! In this episode, we dive deep into Tokyo Gore Police, the hyper-violent, cyberpunk fever dream that pushes body horror to absurd, unforgettable extremes. Directed by Yoshihiro Nishimura, and starring Eihi Shiina this cult classic blends over-the-top gore, dark satire, and bizarre creature design into a film that feels like it was unleashed from anoth...

In this episode, we dive deep into The Funhouse, the underrated carnival nightmare from director Tobe Hooper. Blending slasher elements with grotesque sideshow horror, The Funhouse traps its characters inside a traveling carnival where the real attraction is something far more terrifying than any ride. With its grimy atmosphere, unforgettable monster design, and slow-building dread, this film stan...

To protect and serve… or stalk and slaughter? In this episode, we dive deep into Maniac Cop, the cult classic that fuses slasher horror with gritty New York crime drama. Written by Larry Cohen and starring genre legends Bruce Campbell and Tom Atkins, Maniac Cop turns authority into terror, asking a simple but chilling question: what if the person you trust most is the one hunting you? With its gri...

Love hurts… but in this movie, it really hurts. In this episode, we dive deep into Return of the Living Dead 3, the sequel that took a sharp turn from comedy into something darker, sadder, and far more disturbing. Blending zombie horror with tragic romance and brutal body horror, this entry stands out as one of the most unique films in the Return of the Living Dead series. With its unforgettable p...

Two missionaries knock on the wrong door… and step into a theological nightmare. In this episode, we dive deep into Heretic, the slow-burn psychological horror that traps belief, doubt, and manipulation inside a single house and lets the tension suffocate the room. Powered by a chilling performance from Hugh Grant, Heretic trades jump scares for intellectual dread, turning conversation into combat...

Crystal Lake gets a psychic upgrade… and Jason Voorhees finally meets an opponent who can fight back without ever lifting a machete. In this episode, we dive deep into Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood, the sequel that threw telekinesis into the franchise blender and created one of the most unique showdowns in slasher history. With a supernatural final girl, ambitious practical effects, and...

Before horror went cosmic, cruel, and complicated, it came as a creeping, gelatinous nightmare — and it didn’t stop growing. In this episode, we dive deep into The Blob (1958) — the colorful, drive-in creature feature that helped define 1950s sci-fi horror and launched the on-screen career of Steve McQueen. Simple in concept but wildly effective, The Blob turned paranoia, Cold War anxiety, and sma...

Every haunting has an ending — and the Conjuring universe is preparing to close the book. In this episode, we dive deep into The Conjuring: Last Rites, the final chapter centered on Ed and Lorraine Warren. Framed as the Warrens’ last investigation, Last Rites promises a darker, more reflective take on the franchise that helped define modern studio horror. Join us as we break down what this final e...

In 2004, horror was reborn in a filthy bathroom.  In this episode, we dive deep into Saw (2004) — the low-budget shocker that launched a massive franchise and reshaped modern horror. From its iconic twist ending to Jigsaw’s twisted moral code, Saw blended psychological terror, moral dilemmas, and raw DIY filmmaking into something audiences couldn’t escape. Join us as we break down the film’s origi...

Some horror movies aim for terror… and land squarely in accidental comedy. In this episode, we break down the top unintentionally funny horror movies — films that tried to scare us senseless but instead became legendary for their awkward dialogue, baffling choices, and unforgettable moments. Whether it’s wild performances, bizarre editing, or scenes that completely derail the tone, these movies ea...

Few movies embody grindhouse grit and DIY horror energy quite like Basket Case (1982). In this episode, we dive deep into Frank Henenlotter’s outrageous cult classic — a film that blends body horror, dark comedy, and New York sleaze into something unforgettable. From Belial’s shrieks to the grimy streets of early-80s NYC, Basket Case feels like a midnight movie that crawled straight out of a 42nd...

Nothing says holiday cheer like murder, madness, and killer Santas.  In this episode, we count down and break down the best Christmas horror movies of all time — from gritty slashers to surreal cult classics and modern holiday nightmares. Whether it’s yuletide trauma, twisted tinsel, or snow-covered screams, these films prove that Christmas might be horror’s most underrated season. If you love hor...

Before killer Santas became a holiday horror staple, Christmas Evil (1980) delivered one of the strangest, most unsettling psychological slashers ever wrapped in tinsel. In this episode, we unwrap Lewis Jackson’s cult classic — a film that blends slasher vibes, character study, dark comedy, and a surprisingly emotional core. From Brandon Maggart’s unhinged performance to the film’s bonkers finale,...

Grab your remote and step into the funkiest, freakiest living room of the 1980s. In this episode, we dive deep into TerrorVision (1986) — a wild, neon-drenched cult favorite that mashes together sci-fi, horror, satire, and pure 80s excess. From its slime-spewing monster to its larger-than-life suburban weirdos, TerrorVision is the kind of movie that feels like a late-night cable fever dream… and t...

Balancing blood and belly laughs isn’t easy — but these horror comedies pulled it off with killer style.  In this episode, we count down our Top 3 Horror Comedy Movies — the ones that prove horror can be just as funny as it is frightening. From cult classics dripping with camp to razor-sharp satires that mock the genre they love, these films remind us that sometimes, the best scares come with a pu...

Most horror sequels crash and burn — but every once in a while, lightning strikes twice. In this episode, we count down our Top 3 Horror Movie Sequels that didn’t just live up to the original… they might’ve outdone them. From masked slashers to demonic nightmares, these follow-ups prove that horror can evolve, surprise, and terrify all over again. X/Twitter - https://x.com/3basketcases Instagram -...

Listen to the episode for a chance to win a Halloween 3 poster signed by Tom Atkins! It’s time for Frank, Peter, and Jay to peel back the latex mask and dive deep into one of horror’s most misunderstood sequels, the 1982 film Halloween III: Season of the Witch.  In this episode, we explore how John Carpenter’s bold experiment to turn Halloween into an anthology series went off the rails, why Seaso...

Frank, Peter, and Jay talk with Miguel A. Nunez Jr. The actor from Return of the Living Dead, Friday the 13th Part V, Leprechaun 4, Juwanna Mann, and a million other things. We talk about his career, how he got started, upcoming projects, favorite projects, favorite horror movies, and much more. X/Twitter - https://x.com/3basketcases Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/3basketcases/ Apple Podcas...

Frank, Peter, and Jay discuss the 2007 film Halloween, directed by Rob Zombie.  We go through the movie talking about things that stood out to us, comparisons to the original Halloween, some interesting trivia you might not be aware of, and then give our final thoughts, body count, and ratings for the movie. X/Twitter - https://x.com/3basketcases Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/3basketcases/...

Frank, Peter, and Jay talk with Ricky Glore, the writer/director/actor from Troma's newest movie Sweet Meats and two upcoming films Casually Cool and Truly Trudy. We discuss Ricky's career, favorite horror movies and characters, and much more. If you want to help make these movies happen you can find their Indiegogo here - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/snl-to-cincinnati-casually-cool-truly-tr...

Frank, Peter, and Jay talk about their top 3 summer horror movies. X/Twitter - https://x.com/3basketcases Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/3basketcases/ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-basket-cases/id1820549500 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/08C768iUdtg5LW0by3FROF Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3basketcases Email - 3basketcasespodcast@gmail.com Yo...