Wheel of Horror

Uh Oh! This week, we're rewinding the tape to V/H/S/85, the sixth installment in the long-running found footage anthology series. Set against the grainy backdrop of the mid-1980s, the film delivers five blood-soaked stories tied together by a chilling documentary about a mysterious shape-shifting entity named Rory. From a cursed lake that refuses to let the dead stay dead to an ancient god awakene...

This week on Wheel of Horror, we're taking a trip to the small town of Tarker's Mills to revisit Stephen King's Silver Bullet, one of the most underrated werewolf/Gary Busey films of the '80s. From its unforgettable creature effects and eerie atmosphere to its coming-of-age story and shocking twists, we're breaking down everything that makes Silver Bullet howl! We discuss the performances, the pra...

Warning: This episode contains spoilers for Obsession. Finally!! We are late to the party, but we are talking the cinema sensation that is Obsession! Join Alec and Guest Stevie Caruso as they explores the film’s themes of desire, control, and the fine line between passion and fixation. We break down the story, analyze the performances, and discuss how the 26 year old Curry Barker builds tension th...

Aww Yeah!! Today we venture deep into the dark Scandinavian wilderness to explore 2017's The Ritual, the chilling folk-horror film that transforms grief, guilt, and friendship into something truly terrifying. We break down the story of four friends whose hiking trip through a remote forest becomes a nightmare filled with unsettling symbols, ancient legends, and an unseen presence stalking them fro...

Today we are talking Sometimes They Come Back from 1991, the Stephen King adaptation that blends supernatural horror with unresolved trauma. We explore how the film uses a small-town ghost story and classic Stephen King bullying tropes to examine grief, guilt, and the lasting impact of the past, while discussing its place among the wave of early ’90s King adaptations. Join us for a look at the sca...

Get your new boots strapped on and show us your sacks! Join Alec and guest Dom Berger as we explore The Long Walk, the chilling film adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian novel. We break down its high-stakes premise, themes of survival and conformity, standout performances, and how the movie brings one of King’s earliest and most haunting stories to the screen. Join us for a look at the tension,...

Today we dive into the suspense of 47 Meters Down as we explore the film’s claustrophobic terror, shark-infested waters, and the psychological tension that keeps viewers holding their breath. In this episode, we break down the movie’s biggest twists, survival themes, Mandy Moore's attitude and what makes this underwater thriller so unforgettable. Is it good? We honestly don't know. Enjoy! TikTok:...

Step back into the panic, paranoia, and popcorn-fueled excitement of 1962 as Alec and Guest Joe Testa talk "Matinee!" Joe Dante’s love letter to creature features, Cold War anxiety, and the magic of moviegoing. Starring John Goodman as eccentric horror showman Lawrence Woolsey, this cult classic blends satire, nostalgia, and coming-of-age storytelling against the backdrop of the Cuban Missile Cris...

Special Episode where Alec sits down to discuss the upcoming Horror Feature film "Hinter" with Writer/Director Brittny Falardeau. After being burned at the stake during the German witch trials centuries ago, Anna Hilke's spirit went dormant in the infamous Schwarzwald (Black Forest) until local ghost hunter Warren Müller releases Anna's spirit, unleashing havoc. Meanwhile, a group of travelers, in...

Today we dive (Literally) into Netflix’s Thrash (2026), the wild, storm-fueled survival thriller that asks a simple question: what’s worse than a Category 5 hurricane? Try adding a ton of Bull sharks. Directed by Tommy Wirkola, Thrash throws us into a flooded South Carolina coastal town where rising waters bring more than destruction, they unleash a shark feeding frenzy. We break down the film’s c...

Two lifelong friends Alec and Erik with special guest Joe Testa - dive into the 1990 remake of Night of the Living Dead. They have a fun time revisiting the film’s intense atmosphere, memorable characters, and updated take on a horror classic. If you’re a die-hard horror fan or a first-time viewer, this episode offers equal parts nostalgia, critique, and friendship-fueled banter – enjoy!

We made it to 500 Episodes! Come celebrate with us as we talk about the podcast, have on longtime guests, and do some trivia! It's a 500th episode extravaganza! Enjoy!  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wheel.of.horror7?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wheelofhorrorpodcast1802/videos   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wheel-of-horror/id153...

In the last episode before we hit our 500th show – Erik and Alec, with guest Stevie, are talking about M. Night Shyamalan’s 2021 horror/mystery Old. We have a great time and a lot of laughs picking this one apart, BUT we also give some high praise the Shyamalan and his creativity. We truly believe he one of the last writer/directors who does things his way or the highway – so be sure to give this...

Today we are talking about the action-packed, supernatural spectacle of The Mummy Returns (2001). Join Alec & Erik as we revisit Rick O’Connell, Evelyn, and their son Alex on a globe-trotting adventure filled with spooky ancient mummy curses, resurrected WWF star warriors, and one very angry Billy Zane looking  Imhotep. We break down what makes this sequel bigger, louder, and more chaotic than...

Two best friends dive into the eerie world of Hell House LLC, unpacking the film’s found-footage scares, behind-the-scenes lore, favorite moments, and what makes this indie horror cult-classic so chilling — with laughs, hot takes, and frights along the way!

Today we sink our teeth into Abigail, the stylish and blood-soaked thriller that flips the kidnapping & Vampire genre on its head. What starts as a seemingly straightforward heist quickly spirals into chaos when a group of criminals realizes their young hostage is anything but ordinary. We break down the film’s wild tonal shifts, from dark humor to full-on horror, and explore how it balances t...

Buckle up and bring your Shamrock Shakes! Three longtime best friends gather for a cheeky dive into Leprechaun 4: In Space. They trade horror trivia for goofy banter as they track the leprechaun’s misguided mission among laser guns, awful one-liners, and even more awful CGI. This is one pod you don’t want to miss as we have SO much fun talking this cinematic masterpiece. TikTok: https://www.tiktok...

A bright veterinary student’s first taste of independence unleashes something far darker than she expected. In this episode, we dive into Raw, Julia Ducournau’s provocative coming-of-age body horror about identity, repression, and the terrifying hunger that can surface when we begin discovering who we really are. We explore its shocking moments, deeper themes, and why this visceral debut became a...

Spoiler warning for Scream 7! The Ghostface legacy continues…..again. In this episode, Alec & Joe Testa break down the brand new Scream 7, exploring how the franchise attempts reinvents itself once again, what it says about modern horror, and how it tries and fails at honoring the rules of the series. From returning themes to tired tropes , we unpack where Scream goes wrong and what it means f...

First of all - Erik and Alec would never climb this rust-bucket. But in the movie Fall - two other best friends climb a 2,000-foot abandoned radio tower for thrill and closure — BUT!!! when the ladder collapses, they’re stranded above the desert with no way down. What follows is a slow-burn nightmare of vertigo, dehydration, and psychological terror, where the real horror isn’t what’s coming for t...

Ahhhhh dang!!! Today we are breaking down The Purge: Election Year, the explosive third chapter in the dystopian thriller series directed by James DeMonaco. Starring Frank Grillo and Elizabeth Mitchell, this time the plot follows a presidential candidate vowing to end the annual night of lawlessness and mayhem making her a prime target during the nation’s most violent 12 hours. We explore its poli...

A house at night. Two children awake. Two podcasters watching. Doors disappear, parents vanish, and the dark listens. Skinamarink is a slow, suffocating descent into childhood fear where silence screams and the shadows feel too close. Join Alec and Erik on this unique listen as we dive into the dark! WITH TOYS!     TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@wheel.of.horror7?is_from_webapp=1&sender_devic...

Happy Valentines Day!!! Today we’re heading deep underground to crack open My Bloody Valentine (1981). the grimy Canadian slasher that proves nothing says romance like a pickaxe to the heart. Set in a mining town where Valentine’s Day comes with a body count, this cult classic blends blue-collar dread, holiday horror, and some truly brutal kills. We dig into the film’s troubled production, the inf...

Michael Myers is back… again.....again but this time, he’s live on the internet.  Today we dive headfirst into Halloween: Resurrection, the controversial sequel that resurrects the franchise by trapping a group of realityTV contestants inside the Myers house for a night of “fun” that quickly turns fatal. We break down the wild early-2000s energy, the found-footage vibes before they were cool, and...

Today we take a deep dive into Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon, the cult horror mockumentary that flips the slasher genre on its head. We explore how the film blends comedy and horror, deconstructs iconic slasher tropes, and turns the killer into the protagonist, asking what happens when the killer knows the rules and invites us behind the scenes. An underrated and under talked about fi...