Horror Junkies

In this episode of Horror Junkies, Mike, Pat, and Dylan return from a short break and dive straight into the icy, grief-soaked nightmare of Anything for Jackson , the Shudder original that turns possession horror completely inside out. What begins as a quiet story about mourning grandparents quickly spirals into an occult kidnapping, a reverse exorcism, and one of the most unsettling home invasion...

In this episode of Horror Junkies, Mike, Pat, and Dylan wander into the eerie landscape of The Long Walk (2025), Francis Lawrence’s haunting adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian nightmare. From the brutal simplicity of its premise, 50 boys, one road, and no stopping, to its meditations on death, endurance, and the human will to survive, we break down everything that makes this tale a chilling ad...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , Mike sits down with USA Today bestselling author Kosoko Jackson to discuss his chilling new novel, The Macabre, his highly anticipated adult horror debut releasing September 9, 2025 . Blending dark fantasy, gothic terror, and globe-spanning mystery , The Macabre is a nightmare of art, obsession, and unspeakable horrors. Jackson pulls back the curtain on his crea...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , Mike and Dylan trick dive headfirst into The Conjuring: Last Rites, the final chapter in James Wan’s blockbuster paranormal franchise. From its chilling exorcisms to the Warren’s last stand against the forces of darkness, we break down everything that makes (and doesn’t make) this closing installment worth the watch. We unpack the film’s themes of faith, legacy,...

In this episode of Horror Junkies, we’re diving headfirst into the chaos, carnage, and quiet despair of 28 Years Later, the long-awaited third entry in the iconic 28 Days Later saga, directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland. Set decades after the original outbreak, 28 Years Later reintroduces us to a world forever altered by the Rage virus, where infection isn’t just a threat—it’s gener...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , we’re stepping into the quiet dread and emotional devastation of Bring Her Back —the 2025 psychological horror from the Philippou brothers, the twisted minds behind Talk to Me . What starts as a slow-burning foster care drama erupts into a disturbing exploration of grief, obsession, and the dark rituals we use to try and cheat loss. We break down Sally Hawkins’...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , we’re diving headfirst into two blood-soaked corners of modern horror: Clown in a Cornfield and Final Destination: Bloodlines . One brings back the masked madness of the slasher heyday, while the other resurrects death’s most unforgiving franchise with fresh terror and fate-fueled dread. First, we stalk the rows of Clown in a Cornfield , where Frendo the Clown i...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , we descend into the brutal and unrelenting world of Sinners —a gritty, blood-soaked tale that blurs the line between divine punishment and human depravity. We dissect its heavy themes of guilt, retribution, and religious horror, exploring how Sinners weaponizes faith as a tool of fear and control. Is Sinners a bold new entry in the extreme horror canon, or a cau...

Welcome back, Horror Fiends! In this week’s episode of Horror Junkies, we sit down with the one and only Dani Filth to talk all things horror and heavy metal! With Cradle of Filth’s upcoming 14th studio album The Screaming of the Valkyries, we dive into the sinister inspirations behind the music, the chilling themes lurking within the lyrics, and how the band continues to push the boundaries of go...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , we unravel the mysteries of Dark City (1998), a haunting blend of neo-noir, sci-fi, and psychological horror. We explore its dreamlike atmosphere, reality-bending narrative, and the eerie presence of the Strangers—shadowy beings who manipulate memories and reshape the world around them. Is Dark City an underrated masterpiece that paved the way for The Matrix and...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , we dive into Brandon Cronenberg’s Possessor (2020), a mind-melting blend of psychological horror and sci-fi. We break down its brutal violence, surreal visuals, and existential terror while discussing how it compares to the works of his father, David Cronenberg. Is Possessor one of the most disturbing horror films of the 2020s? Tune in as we dissect its chilling...

Prepare to be hooked—literally! This week on the Horror Junkies, we’re diving into the sinister, seductive world of Hellraiser. From Clive Barker’s twisted imagination to the iconic Cenobites and their gruesome rules of pleasure and pain, we’re breaking it all down. We’ll unravel the secrets of the film’s shocking finale, explore the dark themes that haunt its story, and reveal how Barker turned h...

In this episode of Horror Junkies , we journey into the shadowy realms of gothic horror with Nosferatu 2024: A Gothic Revival . Directed by Robert Eggers, this haunting reimagining breathes new life into the century-old legend, blending chilling visuals and atmospheric storytelling. We explore the film’s roots in the iconic 1922 silent masterpiece and its influence on modern horror. From its sinis...

Slip on your leather trench coat and crank up the industrial vibes because this week, the Horror Junkies are diving fangs-first into Underworld (2003)! 🤘 This gothic action-horror mashup is the ultimate nu metal fever dream, blending bullet-time shootouts, centuries-old vampire drama, and Lycans that look like they just stepped out of a Slipknot mosh pit. We’ll break down Kate Beckinsale’s iconic...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! In this chilling episode of Horror Junkies , we dive into A24's latest psychological horror, Heretic . Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, this claustrophobic tale pits two young missionaries against the sinister...

Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself? Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! In this episode of Horror Junkies, we dive deep into Coralie Fargeat's latest horror-drama, The Substance (2024), starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Denni...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! We apologize for the delay, we had a major piece of equipment break and it took Rode a bit of time to get it back over to Mike! We may have missed out on a month of awesome movies but we have an absolute blast of a H...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! Name the Demon – The most terrifying single-shot exorcism film ever made, will debut on streaming services on October 4th, 2024. Behind the eyes of an embattled woman, lurks an evil presence beyond no other. Name the...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! This week Mike, Pat, and Dylan explore Tilman Singer's laters directorial debut CUCKOO! Cuckoo is a 2024 psychological horror film directed by Tilman Singer. The film stars Hunter Schafer, John Malkovich, Gemma Chan,...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! This week Mike, Pat, and Dylan are joined by none other than Colby Does Horror! A long time listener of the show and someone who is taking the Horror Content world by storm. He joins us to discuss his and Pat...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! This week Mike, Pat, and Dylan watch and discuss the most anticipated release of 2024, Alien Romulus directed by Fede Álvarez! We once again are reminded that in space, no one can hear you scream! Want to be...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever and its finally Summerween! We're giving you all a month long of weekly episodes of some of our favorite 2024 releases! This week Mike and Dylan sit down with them man who donned the mask made of leather. We're obviously talking about Mark Burnham who portrays Leatherface in David Blue Garica's Texas Chainsa...

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever and its finally Summerween! We're giving you all a month long of weekly episodes of some of our favorite 2024 releases! We will post the list below so you be sure to watch ahead! This week Mike, Pat, and Dylan watch and discuss Frogman directed by Anthony Cousins. A found footage film that truly conceptualizes the h...

Hello my fellow crime junkies! We went back into the the website and found more disturbing case files... Visit www.thebirthdaymurders.net  if you have the stomach. I will be documenting my findings here. WHO IS LONGLEGS? WHY MURDER-SUICIDE? ARE THERE MORE MURDERS?

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever and its finally Summerween! We're giving you all a month long of weekly episodes of some of our favorite 2024 releases! We will post the list below so you be sure to watch ahead! This week Mike, Pat, and Dylan watch and discuss LONGLEGS.... We can't type anything else, just listen to this episode! Summerween Mov...