America's Hometown Horror

What if your favorite non-horror movies were actually secret sequels to the scariest films ever made? This week, Mike, Kat, Andrew, and Matt test that theory as they delve into fan fiction for the first time, connecting a classic horror movie to another film sharing the same actor. For instance: imagine Jack Torrance didn’t actually freeze to death in the hedge maze; instead, the Overlook preserve...

Movie theaters. They're an essential component of how this podcast got started; loved by most, but visited less frequently by many.  However, with the recent success of movies like Obsession & The Backrooms , it's clear horror may be the key to the future of moviegoing. Join Mike, Kat, Andrew & Matt for a wide-ranging discussion on all things big-screen, including favorite snacks, the perf...

An epic May slate of horror movies rolls on, and in another bonus episode, Mike, Kat & Andrew are breaking down the talk of the horror world: Curry Barker's Obsession .  Grab yourself a One Wish Willow, and go see this movie. Now. Spoiler free up front for those who haven't seen it yet, but honestly, what are you waiting for? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast...

Tonight, join Mike, Kat & Andrew for another BONUS episode as they break down one of the most anticipated horror movies of the year: Hokum . Fresh off the success of his truly terrifying 2024 film Oddity , Director Damian McCarthy is back with a new gothic nightmare starring Adam Scott as an alcoholic writer who travels to a secluded hotel in Ireland which may or may not be haunted by a witch....

The concept of the movie double feature originated in the 1930s, and now, when you see a good pairing, it's tough not to carve out four hours for a gluttonous moviegoing soiree.  But what makes a good double feature? What is the thought process for ensuring one film fits seamlessly with the next?  Tonight, the AHH Crew sets out to get some answers, as they play a little game revolving around setti...

On this week's episode, enter the hallowed halls of America's Hometown Horror's Hall of Fame! Oftentimes, there are discussions surrounding the all-time greats when it comes to horror movies. The classics, the icons, the legendary, the renowned. And it's time discuss these landmarks in horror to settle the debate, once and for all. Designed to be the first episode of a series and the first of many...

Tonight, Mike is joined by Jeff DePaoli, the founder and producer of Wicked New England! Wicked NE is a Halfway to Halloween Festival celebrating Halloween offerings throughout New England, including spooky vendors, stage presentations by local haunts (including Barrett's Haunted Mansion), photo ops, monsters and much, much more. Wicked New England takes place at Old Town Hall in Salem, MA on Sund...

Tonight, join Mike & Kat for a BONUS episode as they give their thoughts on the latest installment in the Scream franchise: Scream 7 ( spoilers starting @ 25:33). They also take a moment to remember the Showcase Cinema de Luxe in Randolph—the movie theater from Mike's childhood and the place where he and Kat first met—which closed its doors forever on March 1st, 2026. A Backyard Gate to the Bi...

Tonight, join the AHH Crew as they travel back in time to 1999 for the latest installment of our ongoing series: This Year in Horror! You know how at the end of every year news outlets come out with a year in review, pop culture year in review, or music year in review? Well, it’s time horror fans had something similar for the turn of the millennium. 1999 was a monumental year for the genre, define...

Tonight, join the original three amigos—Mike, Kat, & Andrew—for a special BONEus (sorry) episode as they break down the latest entry in the 28 Days Later film series! Now in theaters, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple picks up immediately where last year's film left off. It follows Dr. Kelson as he finds himself in a shocking new relationship with consequences that could change the world as he k...

2025 is officially in the books, and what a year it was for the genre! Join the AHH Crew as they look back on all things horror in 2025 as Mike, Kat, Matt & Andrew rank their Top 10 favorite horror movies of the year! Also discussed:  their LEAST FAVORITE horror movies of the year, BEST HORROR TV, favorite HORROR EVENTS, BEST PERFORMANCES, best kills (WELCOME TO DIE), best NON-HORROR movies of...

Tonight, join Mike, Kat, Matt & Andrew as they break down the latest film from Guillermo Del Toro, Frankenstein! Also discussed: PENPAL by Dathan Auerbach, SCREAMING AND CONJURING by Clark Collis, BARON SORDOR'S Theater of the Doomed podcast, 28 YEARS LATER, THE CREEP TAPES, WELCOME TO DERRY, GREMLINS 3, SCARY MOVIE 6 & THE MUMMY 4! #frankenstein #frankenstein2025 #guillermodeltoro #oscari...

To celebrate the release of Spooktacular: Behind the Screams of America's Original Horror Theme Park, journey back to 2021 with the AHH Crew as they speak with the Team behind the documentary. Director Quinn Monahan, Producer Anthony Landry & Park Founder/Hauntrepreneur David Bertolino joined Mike, Kat & Andrew to discuss the film, all things Spooky World and the legendary haunt's impact o...

Tonight, join the AHH Crew as they recap their trip to Fright Kingdom in Nashua, NH to close out the Halloween season, followed by an in-depth look at the long-awaited documentary, Spooktacular! Fright Kingdom may be closed for the season, but you can still catch their "Fright Before Christmas" special event 12/5, 12/6, 12/12 & 12/13. It is highly recommended that you do. Spooktacular is the h...

Whether "based on a true story," "inspired by," or "based on" true events, horror filmmakers have been looking for real-life inspiration as long as movies have been made. And while these labels don't guarantee a quality movie, they usually have a really scary story behind them. Tonight, join Mike, Kat, Andrew and Matt as they delve into the true stories behind The Exorcist, Ti West's The Sacrament...

It's pretty much a given that the 1970s and 1980s were the "golden age" for horror movies, but what about the last 25 years? Join Mike, Kat, Andrew & Matt as they list their 10 favorite films from the Digital Age. Also discussed:  - Trailer for Oz Perkins' new film KEEPERS - NIC CAGE in TRUE DETECTIVE? - CHAIN REACTIONS, a TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE doc - A BLOOD MOON is coming in September Tune...

It's been a bit, we're back. Did you miss us?  Where have we been? What does the future hold? Tune in to find out.  Also discussed:  - SINNERS - The new HELLRAISER video game - The GREAT MOLASSES FLOOD OF 1919 - It's a good time to be a fan of ALIEN & PREDATOR We have such sights to show you.  - LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at 508-927-1267! - We're now an affiliate of Fangoria! Visit  Fangoria's Shop...

Tonight Mike, Kat & Andrew are again joined by Chef Mike Wisdom of @theedgepizza to break down one of the most talked-about horror movies of the year, The Monkey! Directed by Oz Perkins, Produced by James Wan & based on a short story by Stephen King, it's needless to say this movie comes with pretty high expectations. It follows twin brothers (both played by Theo James) whose lives are tur...

Tonight, Mike is joined by Jeff DePaoli, the founder and producer of Wicked New England! Wicked NE is a Halfway to Halloween Festival celebrating Halloween offerings throughout all of New England, including spooky vendors, stage presentations by local haunts (including Barrett's Haunted Mansion & Spooky World presents Nightmare New England), photo ops, monsters and much, much more. Mike &...

Remember: YOU ARE ONE. And tonight, join Mike, Kat & Andrew as they break down the most talked about horror movie of 2024, The Substance! Directed by Coralie Fargeat & starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley & Dennis Quaid, The Substance is the seventh horror film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars, putting it in some elite company beside films like Jaws, The Exorcist & T...

Tonight, break out your Monopoly boards and join Mike, Kat & Andrew as they break down A24's Heretic! Now streaming on MAX, Heretic follows two Mormon missionaries (Sophie Thatcher & Chloe East) who attempt to convert a man (Hugh Grant) who is much more dangerous than he seems. Tune in for a full breakdown & discussion. BUT FIRST: is this the end for the SAW franchise? - LEAVE US A VOI...

Tonight, Mike, Kat & Andrew are succumbing to the darkness and breaking down the 2024 sensation that is... Nosferatu! Written & Directed by Robert Eggers (The Witch, The Lighthouse), this film is a remake of Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922), which is also an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula. And with a star-studded cast that includes Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Li...

EPISODE 246 LIVE Tonight, Mike & Kat are joined by their Producer, the great Shaun O'Loughlin (@sjoloughlin) to discuss the 2020 cult-classic, The Empty Man! Despite the terrible title, this is a criminally underrated film that was essentially a casualty of the pandemic and the acquisition of 20th Century Fox by the Walt Disney Company. It follows an ex-cop who, upon an investigation into a mi...

Tonight, Mike, Kat & Matt are joined by Chef Mike Wisdom (@_cookwithwisdom) to discuss the 1988 cult-classic, Killer Klowns from Outer Space! The film follows, well...a bunch of Killer Klowns from Outer Space. Let's not overcomplicate things. And while not a huge success when first released, KKfOS has gained more notoriety from being featured at Halloween Horror Nights, a recently released vid...

Cheese! This EVENING, join the AHH Crew as they break down one of the biggest horror movies of 2024, Smile 2! The first Smile was a genuine surprise, and certainly a smash hit, but did it need a sequel? Probably not, but thankfully, this sequel is absolutely worth your time. Tune in for a full review & breakdown.  - LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at 508-927-1267! - We're now an affiliate of Fangoria! Vi...