Happy Horror Time
Happy Horror Time is hosted by Tim Murdock & Matt Emert – two off-the-wall gay guys who LOVE scary movies! We discuss new horror films (spoiling everything along the way) and interview horror stars & insiders. We're unpolished, unscripted, and a ton of fun!
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October 22, 2026 • 30 mins
Here is the definitive ranking of all the Halloween movies in the franchise, by our lovely co-host Tim Murdock! While he generally considers Friday the 13th to be his go-to favorite franchise, he still has a deep love for Matt's favorite, Halloween!
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October 19, 2026 • 46 mins
It’s been over 17 years since the last official “Friday the 13th” movie. And after decades of putting Jason front and center, the newly released prequel series brings the spotlight back to his vengeful mother and the original killer, Pamela Voorhees. Tune in for our thoughts on all 8 episodes of “Crystal Lake” — from the fan service moments that gave us goosebumps, to the creative choices that de...
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October 15, 2026 • 11 mins
Welcome to a very special "Deadly Debate" where Matt and Tim switch places! Instead of defending his all-time time favorite horror film (Halloween), Matt will be defending Friday the 13th. And instead of Tim defending his own all-time favorite horror film (Friday the 13th), he'll be defending Halloween! Let us know in the comments which film you prefer and what you think of this challenging little switcheroo!
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October 12, 2026 • 59 mins
As big sis Rachel Carruthers in both “Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers” and “Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers,” Ellie Cornell established one of the most beloved characters in the “Halloween” franchise. Tune in to hear all about making both films, navigating that iconic rooftop scene in Part 4, how she felt about Rachel’s treatment in Part 5, and the ending she would have p...
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October 8, 2026 • 16 mins
In today’s horror news commentary we’re covering:
- Tyra Banks’s recent comments on “Halloween: Resurrection”
- What Skeet Ulrich said about Billy Loomis returning to “Scream”
- A new Scream 30th Anniversary 4K Collector’s Set
- An upcoming psychological horror film called “The Cycle”
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October 5, 2026 • 69 mins
Kathleen Kinmont made quite an impression in “Halloween 4” playing Kelly Meeker — the sheriff’s daughter who got with Rachel’s man and made us all want to rock a “Cops do it by the book” shirt. Tune in to hear all about bringing this character to life, her thoughts on Halloween 4’s classic love triangle, how her very physical death scene was filmed, and stories from playing the Bride ...
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October 1, 2026 • 12 mins
Which of these animalistic horror films has more bite? We're debating Cujo (1983) and Pet Sematary (1989) in a match up of Stephen King adaptations!
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September 28, 2026 • 47 mins
Lance Guest made his big-screen debut as Jimmy in “Halloween II” — the sweet paramedic with eyes for Laurie Strode and an unfortunate encounter with a puddle of blood. He later played Michael Brody in “Jaws: The Revenge,” facing a Great White that followed his family all the way to the Bahamas. Tune in to hear all about working on both films, whether he thinks Jimmy survived (and why he suspects his al...
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September 24, 2026 • 19 mins
In today’s horror news commentary we’re covering:
- The return of the Crypt Keeper on AMC Fearfest
- An upcoming documentary about the 2016 Clown Scare
- The original “Hell House LLC” coming to theaters
- A new religious folk horror film called “Grace of God”
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September 21, 2026 • 61 mins
Credited as the first gay slasher, 2004’s “Hellbent” took place at the beloved West Hollywood Halloween Carnival and helped pave the way for so many queer horror films to come. Tune in to hear all about how Writer/Director Paul Etheredge got involved with this groundbreaking flick, the inspiration for his protagonist’s glass eye, what it’s like looking back on the movie’s legacy, and his 2025 psy...
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September 17, 2026 • 27 mins
We're back with another franchise ranking and this time it's Matt ranking the Friday the 13th franchise! Just in time for the upcoming "Crystal Lake" tv series, we couldn't imagine a better way to end the summer season. Listeners and viewers may remember that Tim also ranked this beloved franchise in a video you can watch by visiting our youtube channel. And be sure to subscribe!
Tim's Friday the 13th ranking!
Tim's Friday the 13th ranking!
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September 14, 2026 • 61 mins
1989’s “Intruder” is known for its killer practical effects, supermarket setting, and appearances by Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell — but it also gave us Liz Kern (formerly Elizabeth Cox) as the final girl who fought her way through one deadly night shift. Tune in to hear all about making this cult slasher, how Liz mapped out her various screams throughout the film, and what it was like doing every stunt and c...
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September 10, 2026 • 18 mins
In today’s horror news commentary we’re covering:
- The teaser for M. Night Shyamalan’s next film, “Remain”
- Kane Parsons signing on to direct “Backrooms 2”
- How parents are mistakenly taking their kids to see “Buddy”
- And first-look images of Cassandra Peterson (aka, Elvira) in R.L. Stine’s “Pumpkinhead 2”
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September 7, 2026 • 34 mins
“Fall” must have had quite the (vertigo-inducing) effect on audiences back in 2022, because one year later, TWO sequels were greenlit. And if these movies have taught us anything, it’s that we’re perfectly fine keeping our feet on the ground. Tune in for our thoughts on “Fall 2: Deadpoint” — from how the characters and setting compared to the original, to the anxiety-inducing scenes that ha...
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September 3, 2026 • 10 mins
This week we're debating Alien (1979) versus Aliens (1986) because who among us doesn't love to make such difficult choices? But seriously, we cherish both of these amazing films. And yet there can only be one winner!
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August 31, 2026 • 34 mins
He’s snuggly. He’s cuddly. He’s DEADLY. That’s Buddy, the big orange unicorn who hosts a ’90s-style children’s show. But don’t do what he asks and you may not return tomorrow! 🦄 Tune in for our thoughts on “Buddy” — from its major “Too Many Cooks” vibes, to all those absurdly disturbing yet hilarious scenes, and our attempt to make sense of what it all meant.
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In today’s horror news commentary we’re covering:
- The trailer for “Last Chance Motel”
- “Obsession” becoming the highest grossing original film of the 2020s
- The first 3 “Halloween” films returning to theaters
- And the recent losses that hit the horror community hard
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August 24, 2026 • 34 mins
The 6th Insidious film brings a new element to the lore: a protagonist who can physically pull entities in and out of the Further. Oh, and one of the most uncomfortable dental sequences we’ve ever endured. 🦷 Tune in for our thoughts on “Insidious: Out of the Further” — from the moments that gave us the chills to the ones that felt a little too haunted house-y, and whether this series should venture into the...
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August 20, 2026 • 12 mins
We're fighting it out over two beloved sequels that both involved Heather Langenkamp. It's time for A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and Wes Craven's New Nightmare. Which one is truly the superior film? Tune in and find out!
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August 17, 2026 • 64 mins
As Judy in “Sleepaway Camp,” Karen Fields played one of the most memorable mean girls in ‘80s horror — with a side ponytail, a pink shirt with her name on it, and a scowl that intimidated even the counselors. Tune in to hear all about making this iconic summer camp slasher, what it was like filming her notorious death scene via curling iron (and whether Judy’s story really ended there), and why the fil...
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