JumpScare! The Horror Podcast

This week we're covering the found footage film Man Finds Tape.  Written and directed by Paul Gandersman and Peter S. Hall the film revolves around a brother and sister investigating a mystery in a small Texas town.     Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #ManFindsTape #ManFindsTapeMovie #FoundFootage #kanopy #tubi 

This week, we’re celebrating 50 years of dread with a look back at the chilling legacy of The Omen.  We explore why its imagery still lingers half a century later. If you’ve ever felt a chill at the mention of Damien, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen now and revisit one of horror’s most enduring nightmares. Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #JumpscarePodcast #TheOmen #HorrorMovie...

This week we’re stepping into the plague-ridden nightmare of The Masque of the Red Death (1964), Roger Corman’s lush and terrifying adaptation starring the legendary Vincent Price. And what better day to celebrate this gothic classic than on Vincent Price’s birthday? Join us as we explore the film’s haunting imagery, unforgettable performances, and why it remains one of the crown jewels of classic...

Before CGI creatures took over horror, there was Gargoyles (1972) — a made-for-TV nightmare packed with eerie atmosphere, practical effects, and a surprisingly wild premise about ancient winged monsters hiding in plain sight. Equal parts creature feature and occult thriller, it’s the kind of film that feels like a late-night transmission from another era of horror. If you love vintage monster movi...

New episode out now!! We’re talking about director/co-writer Daniel J. Phillips Diabolic.   This is a religious horror film about a woman returning to the FLDS group that she escaped from as a teenager.  On the (bad) advice of a therapist she goes back to see if her past can shed some light on the issues she is having now. Unfortunately there is something supernatural waiting in the woods when she...

Chainsaws? Check. Demonic chaos? Absolutely. Bruce Campbell getting put through hell for 90 straight minutes? You bet. This week on Jumpscare!, we’re talking all things Evil Dead II — Sam Raimi’s splatter-comedy masterpiece that somehow manages to be terrifying, hilarious, and completely unhinged at the same time. We talk about the wild camera work, the gallons of gore, Ash’s evolution into a horr...

This we delve into the unsettling world of alien sexual addiction with "Touch Me", written and directed by Addison Heimann. Touch Me follows Joey and Craig, two deeply codependent friends whose lives spiral after they reconnect with Joey’s former lover, Brian—an enigmatic alien with a disturbing ability: his touch temporarily erases pain, anxiety, and emotional trauma. Where to find us: https://li...

This week we're celebrating the 35th anniversary of The Silence of the Lambs. In this episode, we explore the chilling legacy of The Silence of the Lambs—a film that redefined psychological thrillers and gave us characters we can never quite shake. From its haunting performances to its cultural impact, we’re unpacking why it still captivates audiences decades later. Where to find us: https://linkt...

This week we're traveling back to 1958 for the FIRST Hammer Dracula film, The Horror of Dracula. From Christopher Lee’s chilling performance to the film’s lush visuals and lasting influence on vampire lore, we’re talking about why this iconic Hammer Horror still haunts audiences today. Whether you’re a longtime horror fan or just curious about the roots of modern vampire films, this episode is for...

This week we're covering Bone Keeper from writer/director Howard J. Ford.   "A cosmic fireball crashes into remote woodland, awakening a terrifying creature hidden in the depths. 1976: James Wheeler enters a cave determined to uncover the truth – and is never seen again. All that’s found is a single frame of Super 8 film, capturing the silhouette of a horrifying creature. Now Wheeler’s granddaught...

This episode we're celebrating Women in Horror Month and covering the 2021 remake of Slumber Party Massacre! In this episode, we talk about how director Danishka Esterhazy flipped the script on the male gaze and delivered a slasher that’s as sharp as its kills.  Where to find us:  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #SlumberPartyMassacre #SlumberPartyMassacre2021 #HorrorPodcast #HorrorMovies #Slash...

This week we're covering Dolly a new film from writer/director Rod Blackhurst.  The film revolves around Macy and Chase whose simple trip to the woods takes a shocking turn. Creepy, atmospheric and genuinely disturbing this film continues in the tradition of Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Wrong Turn. Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #dolly #horrormovies #slashers #horrorpodcast #s...

On this special bonus episode we're talking about Scream 7!  It's been 30 years since the series began and you have to ask yourself if the series should continue.  We are definitely leaning towards stop unless they do something really crazy in the next entry.  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast    #Jumpscare! Podcast #Scream7 #Ghostface #HorrorPodcast  #HorrorMovies #Slasher #ScreamFranchise #Movi...

This week we're covering the newest film from Brandon Christensen,  BodyCam.  Two cops… a domestic call gone wrong… and something else watching them through every lens.  The film debuts on Shudder Friday March 13 and it's the perfect watch for that day.   #Bodycam #Shudder #Horror2026 #FoundFootage #brandonchristensen   

This week on Jumpscare! we're discussing Nadja from 1994,  Nadja is a hypnotic dive into downtown noir—where vampires brood in black-and-white and love feels as cold as immortality. Directed by Michael Almereyda and produced by David Lynch, this indie gem blends art-house style with gothic romance in the shadows of New York City. With a haunting performance by Elina Löwensohn as the mysterious Nad...

300 episodes of screams, and we had to go back to the one that redefined horror. 🔪📞 This week we’re celebrating Episode 300 with a deep dive into the original Scream—how it broke the rules, rebuilt them, and left a legacy the genre is still chasing. #JumpscarePodcast #Episode300 #Scream #HorrorCommunity #SlasherHistory #horrormovies #wescraven #kevenwilliamson #drewbarrymore #nevecampbell #horro...

This week’s ep takes us through FOUR wild films that will mess with your nerves: 🔹 Scurry — A claustrophobic creature feature where two strangers are trapped underground after a catastrophic attack and stalked by something hungry in the dark.  🔹 Chain Reactions — A documentary-style film directed by Alexandre O. Philippe that explores the enduring cultural and artistic impact of the 1974 horror...

It's a new year and we're back with an 80s apocalyptic horror Rats: Night of Terror. This movie is like a fallout expansion with a much lower budget. While this may not be the best film we've seen, it's definitely worth checking out.  Where to find us:  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #rats #ratsnightofterror #horrormovies #brunomattei #italianhorror 

Merry Christmas! This episode we're heading out to the country to cover Silent Night Bloody Night from 1972. This is a first time watch for both of us and we were blown away.  If you haven't seen this it's not too late to ask Santa for a copy! Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #silentnightbloodynight #christmashorror #horrormovies #marywornov #horrorpodcast

This week we're celebrating the 40th anniversary of a horror classic, Fright Night! Written and directed by Tom Holland this film was a shot in the arm for vampire movies in the 80s. It's a favorite of ours and one we should have gotten to sooner.   Welcome to Fright Night, for real! Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #frightnight #horrormovies #roddymcdowall #chrissarandon #aman...

This episode we're celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hollow Man.  We're also discussing Hollow Man 2 (19 years).  The first film was a big budget studio film, the second was straight to DVD. How do these hold up after all these years? Tune in to find out! Where to find us:  https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #hollowman #kevinbacon #horrormovies #scifihorror #hollowman2 #christianslater 

🎬 New Episode Alert! 🎬 We're Talking Osgood Perkins' Folk Horror: The Keeper (2025)!  Grab a slice of cake (maybe check for fingers first) and join us as we dive into the latest from director Osgood Perkins! This week, we're discussing the chilling, surreal, and utterly bizarre folk horror film, Keeper, starring Tatiana Maslany and Rossif Sutherland. #TheKeeper #Keeper2025 #OsgoodPerkins #Tatian...

We're back! This week we're talking about Demon WInd from 1990.  This film has one of the most infamous VHS boxes of the time.  Everyone knows the box, but how does the actual movie hold up?  Tune in to find out! https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast #demonwind #horrormovies #horrorpodcast #vhs #90shorror 

This week, we're turning up the volume to 11 and diving into the glorious 1986 heavy metal horror flick, Trick or Treat! We talk about: The electric (literally) performance of the undead rock god, Sammi Curr! Black Magic and backwards-played vinyl—the most metal way to commit murder.  Cameos by Gene Simmons (as a DJ!) and the one and only Ozzy Osbourne (as a TV preacher!). You read that right. We'...

On this week's episode, we're dissecting Strange Harvest, the film that blends chilling serial killer procedural with genuinely unsettling occult twists. We talk about: The terrifying return of the elusive serial killer "Mr. Shiny". How the film perfectly nails the true crime documentary style... until it doesn't. Where to find us: https://linktr.ee/Jumpscarepodcast   #StrangeHarvest #HorrorPodcas...