Wheel of Horror

Today we have the honor of talking with David A. Weiner, the director, writer, & producer of the definitive 80's & 90's horror documentaries "In Search of Darkness". We talk about his process of getting a project of this scale in order, the incredible amounts of interviews with casts, crew, & fans, the variety of horror movies he covers in his films, and his upcoming documentary 1995-1...

Happy Spooky Season! Today we are finally venturing back into the Black Hills Forest with Blair Witch (2016), the modern sequel to the 1999 horror classic that haunted the dreams of many 90's kids. We unpack the film’s updated found-footage style, explore its connections to the original, and debate whether the scares still hold up. Is this a worthy successor or should this witch just stayed lost i...

In this episode, we dive into Final Destination: Bloodlines, the chilling new chapter in the iconic horror franchise. We break down the twisted and wild plot, explore how it ties into the series' deadly legacy, and discuss whether the fresh cast and twisted death sequences live up to the originals. Is fate still unavoidable? Tune in as we dissect every shocking moment. YouTube: https://www.youtube...

New Wheel time!!!! Today we sink our teeth into Dracula: Dead and Loving It, the Mel Brooks spoof that proves even vampires aren't safe from dad jokes. Expect blood, stakes, and more slapstick than you can handle. Is it a cult classic or just undead on arrival? Tune in, and someone pelase bring some freakin' garlic. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wheel-of-horror/id1534102813...

It's our 5 year anniversary!!!! Join hosts Alec Lawless and Erik Mazurick as they crack open the crypt and celebrate Wheel of Horror’s 5th anniversary! In this special episode, we’re spinning back through the blood-soaked archives — revisiting our favorite films, wildest episodes, and discussing the future of the podcast. Whether you’ve been with us since Episode 1 or you just stumbled into our ha...

This week, we dive headfirst into The Exorcist III, the sequel nobody asked for but somehow is actually good? Join us as we talk demon grandmas, notorious hallway jump scares, and George C. Scott losing his mind. Is it horror? Is it noir? Is it an exorcism movie? Tune in for crab-walking corpses, existential dread, and one hell of a hospital shift. Enjoy! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/...

Today Alec, Erik, and Returning guest Dom Berger dive clown-first into the original IT mini-series from 1990, where Tim Curry’s Pennywise out-acts everyone, the child trauma is deep, and Bill's ponytail steals the show. Float with us through haunted storm drains, psychic turtle lore, and a group of friends who defeat evil with the power of friendship and extremely awkward hugs. Beep Beep Richie! F...

Full video episode on YouTube - Link Below How have we never covered this!!! This week, we plug into Amityville 4: The Evil Escapes—a made-for-TV horror masterpiece where the murderous spirit of 112 Ocean Avenue gets trapped in a haunted... lamp. Yes, a freaking lamp. Join us as we flip the switch on demonically possessed home décor, clueless priests, and a family that really should’ve never moved...

Full video episode on youTube - link below: This week, we dive fang-first into Lost Boys 2: The Tribe—the sequel nobody asked for and Corey Feldman bravely endured. Join us as we unpack vampire surfers, plot holes you could drive a dirt bike through, and why moving into your Aunt’s house apparently comes with a town full bloodsucking surfer bros. It's like the original Lost Boys, but with 73% more...

Full Video episode on YouTube - Link Below Oh boy! Today we are joined by longtime guest of the show Andy danish to help us dive into The Slumber Party Massacre, a cult classic that blends slasher thrills with sly feminist subtext. Is it a straightforward gorefest or a clever satire in disguise? Join us as we unpack the film's drill wield antagoists back story, discuss the semi memorable kills, an...

Full Video episode on YouTube - Link Below Today we a joined again by Bonnie Marie Williams as we conjure up the chilling 90s horror gem The Craft. Join us as we unpack its supernatural scares, the descent into madness, and how it blends high school drama with true occult horror. From summoning Manon to the scenes that still haunt us, we explore why The Craft remains a staple in teen horror histor...

Full Video episode on Youtube - Link Below. Today we are finally starting the Final Destination franchise. Joining us is long time guest and Jeeper Creepers Expert Ryan Baldassario, JCPHD. We are starting where it all began, with Final Destination (2000), the horror-thriller that turned premonitions into paranoia. We explore the film’s unique take on fate, the iconic death sequences, and how it re...

Full video Episode on YouTube - Link Below We finally watched [REC]! Join usas we follow a reporter, her cameraman Pablo, and a whole lot of very bad luck, into the creepiest apartment building in Spain. There’s tonsilitis, dogs with rabies, zombies(?), and enough night vision to make you swear off attics forever. Enjoy! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wheelofhorrorpodcast1802/videos Apple Podca...

Full Video episode on YouTube - Link Below! Join Alec and returning guest Joe Testa as we dissect the new I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) — a modern Requel of the classic 90's slasher. We break down the legacy sequels fresh twists, updated characters, and whether it lives up to the legacy of the original. Is the Fisherman still scary in 2025? Tune in for our spoiler-filled review and final...

Who's ready to Bark at the moon??? Man we miss Ozzy. Anyways, join Alec, Erik, and returning guest Matt Banever as we sink our teeth into Wolfman (2025) — the latest reboot nobody asked for but everyone was kind of curious about. Join us as we unpack generational family drama, debate if this a werewolf or a wolf face, and why the Wolfman now apparently is now a good dad? Spoilers, snark, and a lac...

Today we are joined again by Corinne DeCost to finish out the Basket Case series and to promote some of her upcoming horror film projects. Join us as we talk Basket Case 3, the heartwarming tale of family, freaks, and fetal freak-outs. We unpack a road trip full of mutant mayhem, a basket full of baby drama, and one very overworked granny. It's family values—if your family includes a homicidal fle...

Today we are talking Saw II (2005), the chilling sequel that raised the stakes of Jigsaw’s twisted game. And joined by lifelong friend, first time guest Jeff Stote. Together, We break down the film’s intricate plot, dissect the psychological and moral dilemmas faced by the characters, and explore how director Darren Lynn Bousman built on James Wan’s original vision. From the shocking twists to the...

We watched Jaws: The Revenge (1987) so you don’t have to—and now we need therapy. In this fourth (!) installment, a psychic shark follows the Brody family from Amity Island to the Bahamas for... revenge? Why? How? No one knows, including the writers. Join us as we tackle flying sharks, vengeful fish logic, and Michael Caine’s paycheck performance. It’s a movie so baffling, even the shark seems con...

Full Video Episode available on YouTube. This week, we’re diving headfirst into Jaws 3-D (1983)—the sequel nobody asked for, now with more fake looking fins, glass-breaking, and questionable 3D effects. Join us as we unpack Dennis Quaid’s fight against a giant shark in a theme park, discuss why the ocean’s deadliest predator suddenly cares about corporate infrastructure, and try to make sense of u...

Full Video episode available on YouTube! Today we are talking The Substance—a bold and provocative body horror film that explores themes of identity, desire, and transformation. We're talking about the masterful performances, unsettling imagery, feminist undercurrents, and how it redefines the genre. Spoilers ahead as we dissect every grotesque twist and turn. Link to video episode: https://youtu....

Video episode available on YouTube! Who's ready to get their Brain, Scanned???  Today we are talking the 1994 classic, Branscan, a cerebral thriller that blurs the lines between memory and manipulation. We explore the film’s haunting atmosphere, its innovative use of technology, and the standout performance that anchors it all. Join us as we discuss Tricksters legacy, Edward Furlong's career, and...

Yikes! Today we are finally getting around to talking Terrifier 3, the chilling new installment in the ultra violent cult horror franchise. We break down Art the Clown’s latest reign of terror, explore the film’s brutal kills, holiday horror twist, and what it means for the future of indie slashers.  Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wheel-of-horror/id1534102813 Spotify: https:/...

Finally we are talking Scary Movie, the classic 2000 horror spoof that skewers everything from Scream to The Sixth Sense. We break down its slapstick humor, cultural references, and why it became a cult comedy classic. Does it still hold up? Tune in for laughs, nostalgia, and a look at what made this one of the greatest parody films of all time.  Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas...

Today we are sinking our teeth into Bats (1999), the creature feature where genetically modified bats terrorize a small Texas town while Lou Diamond Phillips tries to stop them. We talk 90s eco-horror tropes, unintentional comedy, government conspiracies, and why bats probably deserves better. Is it so-bad-it’s-good or just... bats? Tune in and decide. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...

VIDEO EPISODE AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE Today we explore The Town That Dreaded Sundown (1976), a chilling blend of true crime and horror. Based on the real-life Texarkana Moonlight Murders of 1946, the film walks a fine line between dramatization and documentary. We break down its unique narrative style, historical context, and lasting impact on the slasher genre. Enjoy! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts...