SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

Ryan teams up with Youtube Host Zack Cherry to discuss the central themes each SCREAM film explores aside from the horror/sequel/trilogy/remake/requel/franchise. Ryan and Zack discuss Media Sensationalism for Scream (1996), Fame for Scream 2 (1997), Hollywood and Corruption in Media in Scream 3 (2000), Social Media Influence in Scream 4 (2011), Toxic Fandom in Scream (2022), and Cancel Culture in...

This week Ryan and a panel of Patreons celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 1999 black comedy, "Jawbreaker" starring Rose McGowan and Rebecca Gayheart, and reflect on its dark sense of humor and risque reputation. Also, Ryan goes through Scream Story and Speed round with Joey and Kelly. In addition, Ryan discusses the controversy about the "Barbie" movie with Joey Moser (writer and podcaster for...

Happy Valentine's Day! This week, Ryan celebrates the holiday by recapping love for each of the Scream Films based on essays he wrote in the fall about Scream, Scream 2, Scream 3, Scream 4, Scream (2022), and Scream VI. Additionally, Ryan takes a look at the potential of Scream 7 and issues a wish list of character directions, storylines, and casting/crew he would like to see in the next Scream fi...

To celebrate the anniversary of its theatrical release, Ryan and Amar Karim evaluate "Scream 3" (2000) by breaking down the film into smaller sections and grading each section. This is the third episode in a series featuring Ryan and Amar "rating" each of the "SCREAM" films. In addition, Ryan covers news about "Screams," a Gale centric script about true crime and the media, written by Joey Vallese...

This week, Ryan covers the Kevin Williamson written film "The Faculty" and celebrates its 25th anniversary with Patreon supporters, its similarities to "Scream," and how its reputation has evolved over time. In addition, Ryan covers news including the "Scream 7" release date and new public statements made by the cast since Melissa Barrera was fired. Listen to the full review on Patreon.com/screamw...

Neve Campbell recently spoke to reporters about the status of "Scream 7." She shared her perspective on the production of the next chapter in the franchise since Melissa Barrera was fired from the project in November. Ryan covers all of the public statements Neve made – where she professionally and notably emphasized the importance of the fans of the franchise – as well as the fandom response to h...

This week, Ryan is joined by SWRCS podcast editor, Albert M. Padilla (host of "The Cantina Cast"), for an epic "Scream" and "Star Wars" crossover episode. Ryan and Albert discuss the similarities between the two franchises: their trilogy structures, themes of family and good v. evil, character dynamics, how the two series have evolved, and controversies within the fandoms. In addition, Albert shar...

In the first episode of 2024, Ryan returns from the holiday break covering the news of Christopher Landon's departure as the director from Scream 7 and giving a "thumbs up" or "thumbs down" to the notable horror television shows and films of 2023 with Ryan Young. Then, Ryan is joined by Nick Meece, who runs ScreamThrillogy.com for Scream talk, the history of the Scream website, and discussing the...

This week, Ryan and Amar Karim are joined by Anthony Dapuzzo (Never Split Up podcast and Youtube) to evaluate "Scream 2" (1997). This is the second episode in a series featuring Ryan and Amar "rating" each of the "SCREAM" films. In addition, Ryan, Amar, and Anthony discuss two possible lanes for "Scream 7" to pursue in terms of a main storyline with Sidney Prescott, her children and family, and Ga...

This week Jeff Astrof, the showrunner of "Shining Vale," returns to the podcast with Ryan to discuss season two of the horror-comedy television series starring Scream Queen Courteney Cox. Jeff describes the writing process of season two, shares stories from the set, and discloses exclusive information about season three. Then, bestselling author of "It Came From the Closet" Joe Vallese joins Ryan...

This week, Ryan and Amar Karim evaluate the original, "Scream" (1996). This is the first episode in a series of episodes featuring Ryan and Amar "rating" each of the "SCREAM" films. Before that, Ryan opens the episode with news about "Scream 7," the fallout and how to "keep going." In addition, Ryan features Patreon Lana for her perspective on "Scream VI" and the Meeks family. Introduction Ryan Op...

In a special 3-hour bonus Patreon event, Ryan is joined by a panel of Patreons to compare and contrast the two leads of the Scream franchise: Sidney Prescott, the legacy lead, and Sam Carpenter, the requel lead. In Part One, Ryan and his guests have a general discussion about their backstories, personalities, and how they function as a final girl. There is no "competition" between the two legends,...

Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega will not reprise their roles of Sam and Tara Carpenter in "Scream 7." Barrera was let go of the project due to her comments about the Israel/Palestine conflict, according to the studio. Ortega bowed out of her obligations due to scheduling conflicts for "Wednesday" season two. Variety reported "Scream 7" is being re-written for a focus on the legacy storyline of Si...

Continuing the celebration of the 1998 Scream-inspired slasher films celebrating 25th anniversaries this year, this week's episode is all about "Bride of Chucky." Ryan and a panel of Patreons review the film, evaluate the screenwriting, and reflect on the legacy of Jennifer Tilly as Tiffany. In the introduction, Ryan discusses the first half of "Chucky" season three. Introduction Chucky TV Show Ov...

This week, Ryan hosts the first ever Group Topic Episode. The central question of today's podcast is one that has inspired much debate in the SCREAM fandom: Which survivor should have died in Scream VI? The sixth film featured the most returning survivor leading characters in the franchise history – Sam, Tara, Gale, Kirby, Chad, and Mindy. Yet, none were killed off in the story, despite most of th...

This week, Ryan is joined by Abby and Amar, as well as nearly 40 Patreon guests, for a SCREAM Competition. The group goes through 11 rounds of voting which results in a ranking of the six SCREAM films from best to worst. Introduction Welcoming the Patreon Guests  Scream 1 v. Scream 2  Scream 3 v. Scream 4  Scream 5 v. Scream 6 Winners and Losers Final Ranking Conclusion Subscribe on Patreon at www...

Happy Halloween! In today's episode, Ryan is joined by Patreon Chris for a spooky holiday special. Everyone knows screenwrier Kevin Williamson's favorite film is Halloween (1978) and served as heavy inspiration for his writing of Scream (1996). Ryan and Chris dissect the two films and their basic structures, characters, and long-running series similarities. In addition, Amar joins Ryan in the intr...

This week, Ryan is joined by Patreons Jess and TikTok Jake for an epic episode comparing and contrasting the trilogy arcs of Sidney Prescott in the original "Scream" trilogy and Laurie Strode in "Halloween" 1978-1981-H20 trilogy and the Blumhouse trilogy. Specifically, the panel focuses on Sidney in "Scream 3," Laurie in "Halloween H20," and Laurie in "Halloween Ends," and how each of these charac...

"Halloween H20" is one of the most beloved sequels by many "Scream" fans. This year, the seventh installment of the series that reunited Jamie Lee Curtis's Laurie Strode with Michael Myers celebrates its 25th anniversary, from its 1998 release. Ryan honors "Halloween H20," the Scream   version of a Halloween movie, with a full episode today and a panel of Patreons. Introduction Warm Up with Sarah...

Listen to the full episode on Patreon at www.patreon.com/screamwithrcs It is "Exorcist" week on SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers. First, Ryan is joined by Chris from Dead Noise to discuss "The Exorcist" (1973). Then, Ryan welcomes a panel of Patreons to review "The Exorcist: Believer" and analyze the state of the requel formula in horror that "Scream" and "Halloween" developed and mastered. Introductio...

Neve Campbell, our final girl, Sidney Prescott of the SCREAM franchise, turns 50 years old on October 3, 2023. This week, Ryan hosts more than 20 Patreon members who celebrate her birthday by sharing what Neve means to them, their favorite Sidney moments, or anything else to ring in the occasion. Introduction Introduction by Ryan Group Zoom Birthday Party for Neve  Signing Off Conclusion Subscribe...

This week, Ryan and a panel of Patreons celebrate the 25th anniversary of "Urban Legend" as part of the coverage of iconic 1998 films. "Urban Legend" borrows the slasher who-done-it formula, but summons its own identity with camp and weaving together familiar fables into horror set pieces. In this episode, the group discusses the appeal of the concept deployed by this film and why it remains so po...

The End of the Requel. In June, this podcast released a spec script of "Scream 7" written by Los Angeles Times Best Selling writer Joey Vallese, performed and narrated by Ryan C. Showers. In this episode, Ryan and Joey are joined by Jess to discuss the podcast version of "Scream 7" with "Halloween Ends." The similarities are unintentional yet striking. In addition, Ryan and Joey announce plans for...

Ryan is reunited with Justin and Brady from the Epic Film Guys podcast. The Epic Film Guys covers a range of genre works from all things horror, Batman, and prestige films. Justin and Brady return to SWRCS for the first time since the release of Scream 6. Ryan, Justin and Brady also scope out the future of the franchise and new series rankings. In addition, Patreon Ashley shares her love for Screa...

In this week's episode, Ryan is joined by actors Adam Huss and Adam Bucci, who also own the horror content and clothing store, Small Town Weirdo. In section two, SWRCS patreon TJ joins the show to discuss the WGA Strike and share never-before-heard facts about the filming of Scream 5 in North Carolina. Introduction Patreon Events Small Town Weirdo: Adam Huss & Adam Bucci WGA and Scream Talk with T...