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In this episode of Horror Junkies, Mike, Pat, and Dylan return from a short break and dive straight into the icy, grief-soaked nightmare of Anything for Jackson, the Shudder original that turns possession horror completely inside out. What begins as a quiet story about mourning grandparents quickly spirals into an occult kidnapping, a reverse exorcism, and one of the most unsettling home invasions in modern horror. We break down how the film subverts traditional demon movie tropes, why its intimate suburban setting makes the terror hit even harder, and how its exploration of grief, obsession, and desperation elevates it beyond standard possession fare. From its shocking practical horror moments to its bleak emotional core, we unpack what makes this film linger long after the credits roll. Is Anything for Jackson an underrated gem in the Shudder catalog, or one of the boldest occult horror films of the past decade? Expect deep dives into its themes of loss and control, raw reactions to those scenes, and the kind of chaotic side tangents only Horror Junkies can deliver. 🎥 Anything for Jackson is now streaming on Shudder. Just remember… some rituals should never be reversed. Don’t forget to: Leave us a review, follow us on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠socials⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your horror-loving friends about the show!Have a book, movie, comic, or slasher villain you'd like us to spotlight? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe now and join us as we dig deep into the dark, the twisted, and the horrifying. Theme by Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio

In this episode of Horror Junkies, Mike, Pat, and Dylan wander into the eerie landscape of The Long Walk (2025), Francis Lawrence’s haunting adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian nightmare. From the brutal simplicity of its premise, 50 boys, one road, and no stopping, to its meditations on death, endurance, and the human will to survive, we break down everything that makes this tale a chilling addition to King’s cinematic legacy. We dig into the film’s unsettling atmosphere, the way it balances character-driven tension with relentless dread, and how it compares to both King’s original story and other survival horror classics. Is The Long Walk destined to be remembered as one of the most faithful and disturbing King adaptations, or does its slow march lose momentum along the way? Expect raw reactions, deep dives into its themes of mortality and control, and plenty of grim side tangents only Horror Junkies can deliver. 🎥 The Long Walk is now playing in theaters. Step carefully, once the walk begins, there’s no turning back. Don’t forget to: Leave us a review, follow us on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠socials⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your horror-loving friends about the show! Have a book, movie, comic, or slasher villain you'd like us to spotlight? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe now and join us as we dig deep into the dark, the twisted, and the horrifying. Theme by Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio

In this episode of Horror Junkies, Mike sits down with USA Today bestselling author Kosoko Jackson to discuss his chilling new novel, The Macabre, his highly anticipated adult horror debut releasing September 9, 2025. Blending dark fantasy, gothic terror, and globe-spanning mystery, The Macabre is a nightmare of art, obsession, and unspeakable horrors. Jackson pulls back the curtain on his creative process, sharing how his work across genres shaped this descent into horror, and how history and art bleed into his storytelling. We explore the deeper themes of the book—power, legacy, beauty, and dread and why The Macabre feels less like a novel and more like a haunting experience you can’t escape. The Macabre by Kosoko Jackson releases September 9, 2025. Pre-order today or pick it up at your local bookstore when it drops. Support horror. Support indie shops. Support Kosoko Jackson. Don’t forget to: Leave us a review, follow us on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠socials⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your horror-loving friends about the show! Have a book, movie, comic, or slasher villain you'd like us to spotlight? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe now and join us as we dig deep into the dark, the twisted, and the horrifying. Theme by Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio

In this episode of Horror Junkies, Mike and Dylan trick dive headfirst into The Conjuring: Last Rites, the final chapter in James Wan’s blockbuster paranormal franchise. From its chilling exorcisms to the Warren’s last stand against the forces of darkness, we break down everything that makes (and doesn’t make) this closing installment worth the watch. We unpack the film’s themes of faith, legacy, and the supernatural, exploring how Last Rites attempts to bring closure to over a decade of ghostly tales. Was this the perfect ending for Ed and Lorraine Warren—or did the franchise linger past its prime? Expect raw reactions, creepy comparisons to other possession films, and plenty of haunted side tangents only Horror Junkies can deliver. 🎥 The Conjuring: Last Rites is now playing in theaters. Love it or hate it, this one marks the end of an era in modern horror. Support independent artist! Go to www.softratstudio.com and subscribe their socials and pick up some sick art! Don’t forget to: Leave us a review, follow us on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠socials⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your horror-loving friends about the show! Have a book, movie, comic, or slasher villain you'd like us to spotlight? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe now and join us as we dig deep into the dark, the twisted, and the horrifying. Theme by Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio

In this episode of Horror Junkies, we’re diving headfirst into the chaos, carnage, and quiet despair of 28 Years Later, the long-awaited third entry in the iconic 28 Days Later saga, directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland. Set decades after the original outbreak, 28 Years Later reintroduces us to a world forever altered by the Rage virus, where infection isn’t just a threat—it’s generational trauma. We break down the bleak beauty of the film’s direction, the haunting performances, and the terrifying new types of infected that make the original seem tame by comparison. We talk legacy: how 28 Years Later brings the trilogy full circle, where it stands in the pandemic horror canon, and how real-world horrors—from societal collapse to predators in power—linger just beneath the surface. Yes, we even touch on that infamous connection to Jimmy Savile, whose real-life depravity adds an unexpected layer of discomfort to the film’s finale. Viral rage. Abandoned cities. A new generation born into ruin. This is no simple sequel, it’s a haunting reminder that some outbreaks never end. 🧟‍♂️Don’t forget to:Leave us a reviewFollow us on our ⁠⁠⁠socials⁠⁠⁠Tell your horror-loving friends about the show! Have a book, movie, comic, or slasher villain you'd like us to spotlight? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Subscribe now and join us as we dig deep into the dark, the twisted, and the horrifying. Theme by Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio (formerly Swamp Sound Studios)

In this episode of Horror Junkies, we’re stepping into the quiet dread and emotional devastation of Bring Her Back—the 2025 psychological horror from the Philippou brothers, the twisted minds behind Talk to Me. What starts as a slow-burning foster care drama erupts into a disturbing exploration of grief, obsession, and the dark rituals we use to try and cheat loss. We break down Sally Hawkins’ haunting performance as Laura, a grieving mother whose home becomes a nightmare for two orphaned siblings. Is she saving them—or preparing them for something far more sinister? We unpack the film’s gut-wrenching symbolism, its rural Australian gothic atmosphere, and how the Philippou brothers elevate horror by grounding it in deep emotional trauma. Plus, we compare Bring Her Back to other grief-driven horror films and talk about what makes this one feel uniquely devastating. Rituals. Reality fractures. A love that won’t let go. One of the year’s most emotionally brutal horror films. Check out the trailer for The Willowbrook Tapes! 🕯️Don’t forget to: Leave us a review Follow us on our ⁠⁠socials⁠⁠ Tell your horror-loving friends about the show! Have a book, movie, comic, or slasher villain you'd like us to spotlight? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe now and join us as we dig deep into the dark, the twisted, and the horrifying. Theme by Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio (formerly Swamp Sound Studios)

In this episode of Horror Junkies, we’re diving headfirst into two blood-soaked corners of modern horror: Clown in a Cornfield and Final Destination: Bloodlines. One brings back the masked madness of the slasher heyday, while the other resurrects death’s most unforgiving franchise with fresh terror and fate-fueled dread. First, we stalk the rows of Clown in a Cornfield, where Frendo the Clown isn’t just killing teens—he’s enforcing a warped version of small-town morality. We break down its themes of generational conflict, performative justice, and how the novel slashes its way into the modern slasher canon. Then, we follow the ominous signs and blood-slick premonitions in Final Destination: Bloodlines, a return to form that asks whether fate can ever truly be avoided. We dissect the creative kills, twisted callbacks, and whether this entry brings new life—or just new victims—to the legacy of inevitable death. Two killers. Two tones. One unmissable episode. 🩸 Don’t forget to: Leave us a review Follow us on our ⁠socials⁠ Tell your horror-loving friends about the show! Have a book, movie, or slasher villain you'd like us to spotlight? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe now and join us as we dig deep into the dark, the twisted, and the horrifying. Theme by Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio (formerly Swamp Sound Studios)

In this episode of Horror Junkies, we descend into the brutal and unrelenting world of Sinners—a gritty, blood-soaked tale that blurs the line between divine punishment and human depravity. We dissect its heavy themes of guilt, retribution, and religious horror, exploring how Sinners weaponizes faith as a tool of fear and control. Is Sinners a bold new entry in the extreme horror canon, or a cautionary descent into madness and martyrdom? Tune in as we break down its uncompromising violence, eerie atmosphere, and the psychological torment that lingers long after the credits roll. As always, leave us a review, follow us on our socials and tell your friends about our show, so they can join in on the horror. If you have any show topics, movies, comics, or horror-related content you'd like discussed, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe now and join us on a journey into the heart of darkness! Don’t be afraid; we’re all Horror Junkies here. Theme by: Hunter Young – Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)

Welcome back, Horror Fiends!In this week’s episode of Horror Junkies, we sit down with the one and only Dani Filth to talk all things horror and heavy metal! With Cradle of Filth’s upcoming 14th studio album The Screaming of the Valkyries, we dive into the sinister inspirations behind the music, the chilling themes lurking within the lyrics, and how the band continues to push the boundaries of gothic horror in metal. Prepare for a deep dive into the macabre, as Dani shares his thoughts on the horror films and folklore that shaped the album, the band’s evolving sound, and why horror and metal are a match made in hell. From vampiric ballads to Lovecraftian nightmares, we’re exploring how Cradle of Filth conjures fear through music and storytelling. CRADLE OF FILTH Chaos & Carnage Tour co-headliner w/ Dying Fetus & Support From Fleshgod Apocalypse, Ne Obliviscaris, Undeath, Vomit Forth & Corpse Pile;4/17 — Berkeley, CA — UC Theatre4/19 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern4/20 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren4/22 — Albuquerque, NM — El Rey Theater4/24 — Dallas, TX — Granada Theater4/26 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center4/27 — Houston, TX — House of Blues4/29 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl5/01 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square5/02 — Richmond, VA — The National5/03 — Reading, PA — Reverb5/04 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium5/06 — Montreal, QC, CAN — L'Olympia5/07 — Toronto, ON, CAN — Rebel5/08 — Pontiac, MI — The Crofoot5/09 — Chicago, IL — Radius5/10 — Des Moines, IA — Val Air Ballroom5/12 — Wichita, KS — TempleLive5/14 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium Love horror and heavy music? Then this episode is for you! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more sinister content. Don’t forget to leave a review and spread the darkness to your fellow horror junkies. #CradleOfFilth #DaniFilth #GothicHorror #NewAlbum #MetalMeetsHorror #HorrorMovies #HeavyMetal #DarkAesthetic #HorrorJunkiesPodcast Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)

In this episode of Horror Junkies, we unravel the mysteries of Dark City (1998), a haunting blend of neo-noir, sci-fi, and psychological horror. We explore its dreamlike atmosphere, reality-bending narrative, and the eerie presence of the Strangers—shadowy beings who manipulate memories and reshape the world around them. Is Dark City an underrated masterpiece that paved the way for The Matrix and modern dystopian horror? Tune in as we break down its chilling existential themes, gothic visuals, and why it remains one of the most thought-provoking sci-fi films of the '90s. As always leave us a review, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BlueSky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your friends about our show, so that they can join in on the horror. If you have any show topics, movies, comics, or have something Horror related you would like to see discussed on the show, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠Subscribe now and join us on a journey into the heart of darkness! Don't be afraid; we're all Horror Junkies here. If you're interested in Patrick's artwork, check out his page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)

In this episode ofHorror Junkies, we dive into Brandon Cronenberg’sPossessor (2020), a mind-melting blend of psychological horror and sci-fi. We break down its brutal violence, surreal visuals, and existential terror while discussing how it compares to the works of his father, David Cronenberg. IsPossessor one of the most disturbing horror films of the 2020s? Tune in as we dissect its chilling implications and why it left such a lasting impact. LIMINAL HORROR is a rules-lite, adaptable Survival-Horror roleplaying game about normal characters and their struggles against the things that go bump in the night. The game focuses on surviving the weird and Investigating horrors while blending simple, old-school inspired rules with modern, narrative first principles. Survival is not guaranteed and those that do make it through the night are often forever changed. A table ready version of the core rules for players and facilitators can be foundhere. As always leave us a review, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BlueSky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your friends about our show, so that they can join in on the horror. If you have any show topics, movies, comics, or have something Horror related you would like to see discussed on the show, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠Subscribe now and join us on a journey into the heart of darkness! Don't be afraid; we're all Horror Junkies here. If you're interested in Patrick's artwork, check out his page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)

Prepare to be hooked—literally! This week on the Horror Junkies, we’re diving into the sinister, seductive world of Hellraiser. From Clive Barker’s twisted imagination to the iconic Cenobites and their gruesome rules of pleasure and pain, we’re breaking it all down. We’ll unravel the secrets of the film’s shocking finale, explore the dark themes that haunt its story, and reveal how Barker turned his novella The Hellbound Heart into one of the most unforgettable horror films ever made. Plus, we’ve got jaw-dropping trivia about Pinhead, the puzzle box, and why Hellraiser still terrifies audiences decades later. You don’t want to miss this deep dive into the horrors of Hell—open the box with us, if you dare! Check out Phantasmag, one of the best Indie Queer Horror Publication you can read! Support by picking up an issue here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our Patreon and get access to early episodes, bonus content, behind the scenes, and more!!!! As always leave us a review, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠BlueSky⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your friends about our show, so that they can join in on the horror. If you have any show topics, movies, comics, or have something Horror related you would like to see discussed on the show, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠Subscribe now and join us on a journey into the heart of darkness! Don't be afraid; we're all Horror Junkies here. If you're interested in Patrick's artwork, check out his page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)

In this episode of Horror Junkies, we journey into the shadowy realms of gothic horror with Nosferatu 2024: A Gothic Revival. Directed by Robert Eggers, this haunting reimagining breathes new life into the century-old legend, blending chilling visuals and atmospheric storytelling. We explore the film’s roots in the iconic 1922 silent masterpiece and its influence on modern horror. From its sinister aesthetics to Willem Dafoe’s unforgettable portrayal of the timeless vampire, we discuss how Nosferatu stands as a beacon of gothic revivalism. Whether you're a fan of the original or discovering its terror for the first time, join us as we sink our teeth into the cinematic artistry of this eagerly awaited adaptation. Perfect for lovers of gothic tales and the undead alike—don’t miss this deep dive into the shadows! Then, we count down our definitive Top 10 Horror Films of all time, from spine-chilling indie gems to genre-defining masterpieces. Will your favorite make the list? Tune in and find out as we celebrate the dark, the terrifying, and the truly unforgettable. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our Patreon and get access to early episodes, bonus content, behind the scenes, and more!!!! As always leave us a review, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠BlueSky⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your friends about our show, so that they can join in on the horror. If you have any show topics, movies, comics, or have something Horror related you would like to see discussed on the show, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠Subscribe now and join us on a journey into the heart of darkness! Don't be afraid; we're all Horror Junkies here. If you're interested in Patrick's artwork, check out his page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)

Slip on your leather trench coat and crank up the industrial vibes because this week, the Horror Junkies are diving fangs-first into Underworld (2003)! 🤘 This gothic action-horror mashup is the ultimate nu metal fever dream, blending bullet-time shootouts, centuries-old vampire drama, and Lycans that look like they just stepped out of a Slipknot mosh pit. We’ll break down Kate Beckinsale’s iconic turn as Selene, the forbidden love that’s straight out of a Hoobastank ballad, and how the film’s blue-gray aesthetic feels like a Linkin Park video you can’t escape. Plus, we ask the real question: is Underworld the most nu metal movie ever made? (Spoiler: yes.) So grab your favorite Hot Topic hoodie, tune your bass to drop D, and join us for this wild, leather-clad ride through one of horror’s most stylish franchises. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our Patreon and get access to early episodes, bonus content, behind the scenes, and more!!!! As always leave us a review, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠BlueSky⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your friends about our show, so that they can join in on the horror. If you have any show topics, movies, comics, or have something Horror related you would like to see discussed on the show, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠Subscribe now and join us on a journey into the heart of darkness! Don't be afraid; we're all Horror Junkies here. If you're interested in Patrick's artwork, check out his page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)

Welcome back to the show Horror Fiends! We're back, and hungrier than ever! If you're new here the Horror Junkies is a podcast dedicated to Horror, Riffs, and most importantly SNACKS! In this chilling episode of Horror Junkies, we dive into A24's latest psychological horror, Heretic. Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, this claustrophobic tale pits two young missionaries against the sinister and charismatic Mr. Reed, played masterfully by Hugh Grant. Join us as we unpack the film's twisted theological debates, tense cat-and-mouse games, and the standout performances that elevate this dialogue-heavy horror. We’ll explore the film’s unique approach to dread over traditional scares, its eerie production design, and whether it delivers on its deeper philosophical questions. Is Heretic destined to be another A24 classic, or does it fall short of its ambitious premise? Tune in for our thoughts and plenty of chills. Have you seen Heretic? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below and don't forget to subscribe for more reviews, deep dives, and all things horror. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our Patreon and get access to early episodes, bonus content, behind the scenes, and more!!!! As always leave us a review, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠BlueSky⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell your friends about our show, so that they can join in on the horror. If you have any show topics, movies, comics, or have something Horror related you would like to see discussed on the show, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠Subscribe now and join us on a journey into the heart of darkness! Don't be afraid; we're all Horror Junkies here. If you're interested in Patrick's artwork, check out his page ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)