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For Episode 131 we discuss one of our favorite sequels on its 45th birthday Halloween II! People getting hammered, needles everywhere- no it’s not a drug den, it’s just Haddonfield Memorial Hospital!! Join us and some fantastic guest callers as we try to answer what is possibly the franchise’s biggest mystery: Are the babies okay at the end?? Bud’s finger needs a little therapy and you will too after listening to this episode. Anywhere podcasts can be heard.

It’s October and we want to give you a fall welcome to Episode 130- Tricks or Treats 4! We have chosen 5 more films set during this glorious season of the witch. Join us as we decide whether each film tricked us or if it’s actually a delectable Halloween treat. Agree? Disagree? Let us know what you think. Listen today-while the leaves are falling and the smell of pumpkin spice floats on the cool breeze- wherever podcasts can be heard

Don’t walk. Don’t run. SCAT and find a way to listen to Episode 129- where our good friends John and Jamie from @horrordads join us to discuss The Faculty! This 90’s high school horror classic has plenty of genre cred- director Robert Rodriguez (From Dusk Till Dawn) joins forces with writer Kevin Williamson (Scream, I Know What You Did Last Summer). Tune in to learn about the hilarity behind the “SHOWDOWN” in Zeke’s drug den, and, if you’re feeling thirsty, drink every time you hear Kevin Willamson’s name mentioned!!! Don’t forget to vote to help us decide whose Horror Hot Take you most agree with. Subscribe and leave us a review if you love horror movie deep dives. There is much to discuss, so listen today wherever podcasts can be heard. Tell ‘em Coach Willis sent ya…

Join us for a fun time where we do one of our favorite episodes - A script read! Tonight we are joined with John and Jamie of the Horror Dads Podcast where we read an alternate ending of The Faculty to pair with our regular episode. Enjoy all the acting, sound effects and laughs as we take you into an alternate ending of the Faculty!

We find ourselves in a real sticky situation for Episode 128 when we cover The Blob-one of the best horror movies of the 1980’s!! The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films (known as the Saturn Awards) obviously agrees with us because they nominated Chuck Russel’s Special Effects extravaganza for Best Science Fiction Film back in 1988. A meteorite crashes to Earth in Smalltown, USA, releasing a killer organism that becomes a HUGE problem. Military agents, headed by Joe Seneca as Dr. Meddows swoop in to contain it, but his apathy for human life is its own weapon of mass destruction. Tune in to find out about Kevin Dillon’s misunderstood rebel with a soft side, and how his distrust for authority may just be the best chance humanity has to save the day. Marvel as we crunch some impressive figures in our Horror By the Numbers segment. And don’t forget to vote to help us decide whose Horror Hot Take you most agree with. Subscribe and leave us a review if you love horror movie deep dives. There is much to discuss, so listen today as we MULLET all over…

If you don’t believe us that 1987’s The Lost Boys is one of the greatest horror films of all time- consider that it won a Saturn Award for Best Horror film in 1988!! This week, on Episode 127 we visit the dark world of Joel Schumacher’s MTV-ready vampire film starring Corey Haim, Corey Feldman, and Keifer Sutherland as a bloodsucker who appreciates Chinese food and mind games. Tune in to find out how Michael and Sam adapt to their strange new hometown. Marvel as we crunch some impressive figures in our Horror By the Numbers segment. And don’t forget to vote to help us decide whose Horror Hot Take you most agree with. Let us be the funhouse mirror that reflects all the scares, fun and style that The Lost Boys has to offer. Subscribe and leave us a review if you love horror movie deep dives.

For July's bonus episode we are going track by track of what Mike calls on of the best horror soundtracks of all time! Do you agree or not? Listen in as we talk about each song as we listen to this soundtrack on the docks of Southport. Look over your shoulder and make sure these songs don't distract you from the fisherman killer!

⏮ REWIND. PLAY. ENJOY. You know the drill — flip it over, press play, and let the terror wash over you. Side 8 of the AITD Horror Soundtrack Series is locked and loaded in the tape deck, and Mike and Matt are back with 10 more tracks ripped straight from the blood-soaked halls of horror cinema. Five picks from Mike. Five picks from Matt. Zero skips. This month's cassette is packed with the kind of songs that creep up behind you in a dark hallway — scores, bangers, and deep cuts that prove horror has always had the best playlist in the room. Whether it's a synth-drenched nightmare or a needle-drop that made your skin crawl, we're covering the music that makes the scares hit harder. So crack open a cold one, hit the lights, and don't touch that fast-forward button. Side 8 is now playing. 🎶🔪

Don’t take our word for it- according to a Science of Scare Project study, Sinister (2012) is the scariest film of all time!! This week, on Episode 126, we take up residence in the dark world of Scott Derrickson’s supernatural horror film from Blumhouse Studios starring Ethan Hawke as a true crime writer who finds a box of Super 8 films in the attic, and literally invites death into his family’s home. Tune in to find out the tragic consequences Ellison faces when he chooses ambition over family. Marvel as we crunch some impressive figures in our Horror By the Numbers segment. And don’t forget to vote to help us decide whose Horror Hot Take you most agree with. Let us be the flashlight to guide you through Sinister’s dark and stormy night. Subscribe and leave us a review if you love horror movie deep dives.

This week on Patreon, we’re joined by John and Jamie from Horror Dads to dive into Curry Barker’s new film Obsession. We break down the moments that shocked us, the performances, the tension, and whether the movie lives up to the hype. Fair warning, this episode is definitely not spoiler free, so make sure you watch the film first before listening. Come hear everyone’s thoughts and see where we landed on one of the latest indie horror releases getting people talking.

Well it’s Springtime Patrons, and you know what that means- time to do some horror spring cleaning!! Mike and I pit horror items against each other and ultimately only one item can stay. Does an item’s value hold sway over nostalgia? Everything must go, but must we sell our souls in the process?? Tune in and find out

Episode 125: April Fool’s Day (1986) — The Underrated 80s Horror Mystery This week, we’re diving into the cult classic April Fool’s Day (1986) a wildly misunderstood 80s horror film that blurs the line between slasher, mystery, and psychological prank. Is it just one long April Fools’ joke on the audience, or a clever twist-filled thriller that’s been ahead of its time all along? Join us as we break down this hidden gem of retro horror, explore its unique storytelling, and revisit why it still sparks debate among horror fans today. Tune in now… whoopee cushion optional. #AprilFoolsDay #80sHorror #CultClassic #HorrorPodcast #SlasherFilms #RetroHorror #MovieDiscussion #HorrorFans

Episode 124 dives into one of the most chilling modern horror films, The Conjuring (2013). In this episode, we break down what makes James Wan’s supernatural classic so effective—from its masterful use of silence and tension to its lasting impact on the horror genre. We also revisit Vera Farmiga’s performance as Lorraine Warren and make the case for why it deserved awards recognition. Whether you’re a longtime horror fan or new to the film, this discussion explores the scares, storytelling, and legacy of The Conjuring. Grab your favorite spirits, turn down the lights, and listen now. Keywords: The Conjuring podcast, horror movie discussion, James Wan, Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, supernatural horror, haunted house movies, horror film analysis

Welcome to Episode 123! This week, we’re ranking all 7 films in the SCREAM franchise—from the original Wes Craven classic to the latest Ghostface mayhem. And we’ve got very special guests: John and Jamie from the Horror Dads Podcast, bringing their signature horror nostalgia and deep-dive film chatter. We break down kills, characters, behind-the-scenes lore, Ghostface reveals, slasher tropes, and which movie truly deserves the top spot. Because after all, movies don’t create psychos… movies make psychos geek out on a podcast about one of their favorite horror franchises. Just four very small minds taking some very big swings. “Your mom and dad are definitely not gonna be mad if you listen today. We promise. It’s a scream, baby!” (Or at least a very enthusiastic whisper.) Tell us your Scream ranking on instagram @aloneinthedarkpodcast #Scream #ScreamMovies #ScreamFranchise #Ghostface #WesCraven #HorrorMovies #SlasherFilms #HorrorPodcast #MovieRanking #HorrorDads #FilmDiscussion

Hey Patrons, Scream is back and so are we!!! Join us for February’s bonus episode where we rank all the Scream posters!! What’s gonna flop, and which one’s gonna make it all the way to the top?? Listen and find out.