Mouths of Madness: A Horror Movie Podcast

What happens when a horror podcast crew wakes up too early from cryo-sleep, loses a crew member, unionizes against space labor violations, and accidentally reviews Alien (1979) from the middle of deep space? Chaos. Pure chaos.. In this episode, we crash-land on Planet X to break down Ridley Scott’s Alien—from chest-bursters and corporate greed to flamethrowers, killer androids, and the ultimate fi...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. In this episode, we dive deep into Stanley Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut (1999)—a haunting psychological thriller starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman at the height of their fame. We unpack the film’s eerie dream logic, secret society imagery, marriage, jealousy, sexual fantasy, and Kubrick’s signature tens...

We're coming to you live from our 2025 End of Year Awards Ceremony for absolute holiday chaos as we review Santa’s Slay (2005)—the wild Christmas horror comedy where Bill Goldberg plays the most brutal, metal, killer Santa ever. In this episode we break down the best kills, funniest moments, insane cameos, cursed small-town mayhem, and why this cult classic slasher hits so hard for fans of Chr...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. Art the Clown is back for Christmas, and we’re diving deep into Terrifier 3 (2024) — the goriest Christmas horror movie of the year. On this episode, we break down Terrifier 3’s brutal kills, Christmas slasher vibes, Art the Clown as Santa, that insane shower scene, the rat kill, Sienna’s angel warrior...

Dive deep into John Carpenter’s In the Mouth of Madness (1994) as the Mouths of Madness Podcast celebrates its 50th episode with a hilarious, unfiltered, multi-generation horror review! From Lovecraftian cosmic horror, Sam Neill’s descent into madness, and the Apocalypse Trilogy, to fan-favorite talk about Vigo the Carpathian, Stephen King vibes, creepy creature effects, and the film’s mind-bendin...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. This year, there will be no leftovers. In this episode we dive into Thanksgiving (2023) — Eli Roth’s holiday slasher horror movie based on his classic Grindhouse fake trailer. We talk Black Friday chaos, brutal kill scenes, John Carver as a potential new horror icon, how this compares to classics like S...

Get ready for chaotic Christmas carnage with our wild review of “The Mean One” (2022) as the Mouths of Madness crew throw their annual Secret Madness Party! From disastrous decorations to killer holiday hijinks, we break down David Howard Thornton’s Grinch-inspired slasher, dive into the funniest moments, worst CGI blood, chaotic plot twists, and generational horror takes. If you love Christmas ho...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. We dive into The Happening (2008)—M. Night Shyamalan’s infamous eco-thriller starring Mark Wahlberg, Zooey Deschanel, John Leguizamo—to ask: is it secretly camp or truly the worst horror movie ever? Kevin, Nathan, and Gill roast the awkward dialogue (“What? No.” “Why you eyeing my lemon drink?”), break...

Stuck in the “elevator to hell,” the Mouths of Madness crew (Kevin, Dan, Bearclaw & Logan) crash into Episode 48 to review Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993)—the IP tug-of-war entry where Kane Hodder returns, Creighton Duke steals scenes, the Necronomicon pops up, and that infamous Freddy vs. Jason grabbing the mask tease. Expect generational takes (’80s vs 2000s), best kills (camp sc...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. We revisit The Crow (1994)—Alex Proyas’ gothic revenge classic starring Brandon Lee—to ask if it’s still iconic in 2025. We dive into the tragedy and legacy, the Detroit Devil’s Night setting, cult status, graphic novel roots (James O’Barr), unforgettable soundtrack (The Cure, Nine Inch Nails, Stone Tem...

Digging graves, resurrecting friends, and diving deep into horror classics—welcome to The Mouths of Madness! In this chaotic, hilarious, and creepy episode, the crew returns from the dead to celebrate their 2-year anniversary with a full review of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary (1989)! From Jud’s warnings about that g*ddamn road to Gage’s chilling laughter, we explore the movie’s scares, symbolism, a...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. Two guys, a girl, and a horror show dive into Mandy (2018) — the Nicolas Cage psychedelic revenge horror movie from Panos Cosmatos (producer Elijah Wood), packed with cult mayhem, Children of the New Dawn, the Black Skulls, that bonkers Cheddar Goblin ad, an all-timer chainsaw fight, neon color palettes...

It’s time to revisit one of the most divisive slashers ever — Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989). In this wild episode, the Mouths of Madness Podcast dives deep into what went wrong (and maybe what went right) with the most hated Halloween movie. From the chaotic production and bizarre mask to Donald Pleasence’s unhinged Dr. Loomis and Danielle Harris’ haunting Jamie Lloyd, we break...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. We dive into The Black Phone (2021) — our spoiler-friendly review & analysis of Scott Derrickson’s Blumhouse hit starring Ethan Hawke as “The Grabber.” From the creepy mask design and ghost-child mythology to Joe Hill’s short story roots (20th Century Ghosts), we cover scares, themes (cycle of abuse, si...

Step into the chaos as the Mouths of Madness podcast crew sneaks into Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria for a wild Five Nights at Freddy’s (2023) horror movie review! From the security guard’s first night on the job to haunted animatronics, dream theory, and nostalgic arcade games, this episode blends comedy, chaos, and horror fandom across generations. We break down the movie’s lore, cast (Josh Hutcherso...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. A special Spooky Season bonus! Straitjacket Talk’s Halloween III: Season of the Witch episode from 2024! The Halloween without Michael Myers..but we do get Dr. Challis. Also, some masks that turn kids heads into snakes and bugs?! Join us as review one of the most unique horror movies of all time- from b...

Idle Hands (1999) is one of the wildest and most underrated ’90s horror comedies you probably forgot existed. Packed with over-the-top gore, dark comedy, stoner humor, and cult-classic vibes, this horror comedy gem stars Devon Sawa, Seth Green, and Jessica Alba in a bizarre mix of possession, slasher horror, and ridiculous laughs. In this episode, we dive into the chaotic fun of Idle Hands (1999),...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. Is Godzilla Minus One from 2023 more than just a Monster Movie? Kevin, Nathan, and Gill discuss the deeper themes behind the horrors of Godzilla- the post-war trauma and how destruction affects a society that has already been defeated. The ultimate reminder of how important it is to live... Your hosts-...

Did you have your heart set on something cherry flavored? The Faculty from 1998 guaranteed to jack us up! Do the special effects and famous cast make this horror movie out of this world?? The Summer of Madness 2025 has come to an end and school is back in session. Madness U is hiring their own faculty members for the new survival classes. Will the Mouths of Madness hire the right candidates?! Let...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. Titane from 2021 might be one of the strangest movies ever made! There are some body horror scenes that will make the viewer squirm and sexual scenes that has us questioning..”Wait, she does what with a car?!” Is Titane a beautiful love story underneath all the horror and auto erotica? Kevin, Nathan, an...

Someone’s in the backseat! Did the movie Urban Legend stand out in the late 90s for having a creative horror movie premise? Is it just another wanna be Scream?! The Mouths of Madness discuss if Urban Legend (1998) deserves to be remembered forever or dissolved into Pop Rocks and soda. The Summer of Madness 2025 continues with the guys back on the road..but they’re not going to turn around! Will th...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. The hero we never knew we needed! Yes, he’s a monster but a lovable one. Kevin, Nathan, and Gill explain how this is a b-movie deserves the admiration of the horror community. The Toxic Avenger loves trash…and we do too! Your hosts- Kevin, Nathan, and Gill Produced by Nathan Check out the video format o...

In death there are no accidents, no coincidences, no mishaps, and no escapes…but can death be captured?? The Mouths of Madness are hard at work during the Summer of Madness on a machine that would make Rube Goldberg proud! They hope they can hold Death hostage to make a deal.. maybe there’s a way to cheat the blueprint? Final Destination (2000) terrified an older generation but now that it’s 25 ye...

This is a bonus episode of Mouths of Madness featuring our companion series, Straitjacket Talk. You want some? Kevin, Gill, and Nathan discuss if Sinners is the best horror movie of 2025 (so far). Also, how Sinners appeals to a bigger audience and why it could become an instant classic! From the themes of oppression, to themes of music being a universal language- Sinners is more than just blood an...

What are you waiting for??! The Mouths Of Madness start their Summer of Madness 2025 off by reviewing I Know What You Did Last Summer from 1997! Should this movie be held in the same regard as Scream or does I Know What You Did Last Summer deserve to be thrown into the waters of 90’s nostalgia?! The Mouths of Madness are facing their own problems from their previous summer..is it The Fisherman bac...