Starter Pack Horror Episodes

This week we’re exploring Teaching Mrs. Tingle (1999). We discuss Helen Mirren's standout performance, evaluate the film's genre confusion and melodrama, and reminisce about its quintessentially nineties set design. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:01. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Teaching Mrs. Tingle (1999) Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly...

This week we’re unpacking Frozen (2010). We assess the film's tense atmosphere, explore the rationale behind its character's life-or-death decisions, and explore its connection to Hatchet II. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 23:22 Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Frozen (2010) Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proce...

This bonus episode kicks off spooky season with everything you need to dive into our 31 Days of Horror. We walk through the origins of the calendar, the new host-themed days, and the custom watchlist tracker we designed to help you build and reflect on your own lineup. We share strategies for pacing yourself, creative ways to interpret the themes, and reminders that the heart of the challenge is community and fun. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another round, this ...

Scaredy cats aren’t a problem to fix. They’re future horror fans waiting on the right guide. In this Hack or Slash University elective, Kris teams up with our Dean of the Damned Chel to lay out a practical, compassionate playbook for bringing non-horror friends into the fold without trauma-bonding them to a bad first watch. Mentioned in the Episode Spooky Season Join the (New)Blood Drive Be True to Your Ghoul 101: Welcome to Hack or Slash University! Mentioned in the Episode How to Train Your Sc...

This week we’re exploring the rural landscape of Honeydew (2020). We dissect the film's editing and score, question the dynamic between its main characters, and evaluate the impact of its conclusion. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at...

This week our patrons have voted for us to unwrap It's a Wonderful Knife (2023). We analyze the film's balance of holiday spirit and slasher elements, critique the chemistry between its lead characters, and debate the effectiveness of its plot twist....

This week we’re honoring a horror comedy classic as we review Young Frankenstein (1974). We dive into its brilliant blend of satire and homage, marvel at the stellar performances, and laugh about its unforgettable dance scene. This episode contains...

This week we’re venturing into the intense world of When Evil Lurks (2023). We examine the visceral intensity of its narrative, confront the film's shocking brutality, and explore the complexities of its protagonist's choices. In this episode's...

This week we’re exploring the time paradox of Donnie Darko (2001). We analyze the film's blend of sci-fi and psychological horror, evaluate the performances of its star-studded cast, and discuss its religious undertones and foreshadowing elements....

This week we’re digging into the nostalgia of Summer of 84 (2018). We evaluate its retro suburban vibe, dissect the undertones of adolescent investigation, and weigh the film's use of classic horror elements against its thriller aspects. This...

This week we’re snuggling up with Lover’s Lane (2000). We dissect the film’s take on a classic urban legend, unravel its tangled narrative, and highlight Anna Faris’s debut as a faint glimmer in a murky swamp of mediocrity. This episode...

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review Ginger Snaps (2000). We dissect the film's unique take on lycanthropic transformations as a metaphor for puberty, delve into the intricate portrayal of sibling bonds, and evaluate the...

This week we're diving into the viral apocalypse with 28 Days Later (2002). We evaluate its impact on both culture and the horror genre, delve into the intricacies of its storyline, and examine the quality of its camera work. This episode contains...

This week we’re diving into the afterlife with Beetlejuice (1988). We lay out the plans for our 2023 Spooky Season festivities, explore the movie's monumental impact on pop culture, and unpack its unique blend of chills and chuckles. In this...

This week we’re living deliciously by checking out The Witch (2015). We break down the layers of its storytelling, unpack the trauma of its characters, and reflect on the horrors of witch hunts. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 21:51. ...

This week the patrons have chosen for us to host a Ladies Night with The Craft (1996). While recognizing its cultural impact, we unpack our own experiences dabbling in the supernatural, the nostalgia of the 90s, and dismantle high school...

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review The Skeleton Key (2005). We break down the plot misdirects, assess the likability of its characters, and ponder the coldness of hospice. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at...

This week we celebrate Women’s History Month by checking out the horror anthology XX (2017). We break down the quality of each story, debate the effectiveness of the film’s performances, and assess the success of the filmmaker’s initial goal....

This week we get into the holiday spirit by checking out Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984). We break down the film’s handling of childhood trauma, unpack the surprising depth of its plot, and look back on its controversial theatrical release. This...

This week we commemorate the Thanksgiving holiday by checking out Pilgrim (2019), streaming on Hulu. We ponder global turkey consumption, explore the film's flawed prop work, and unpack the missed opportunity with one of its antagonists. This episode...

This week the Hack or Slash team breaks down Bloody Disgusting's horror anthology V/H/S (2012).

This week the Hack or Slash team puts on their quantum physics caps to check out Happy Death Day (2017).

This week the Hack or Slash team kicks off 2021 by checking out the winter comedy Jack Frost (1997).

This week the Hack or Slash team taps into their questionable psychic powers as they check out Puppet Master (1989).