Episodes

March 24, 2025

Ep 248: Parents, Possessions & Parker Posey

Lisa Kudrow, Edie Falco, and Parker Posey all in the same horror comedy? Yes, yes, and hell yes! Tune in to hear us break down “The Parenting” (now streaming on Max) — from all the crude jokes that Matt (obviously) loved, to whether there was enough...

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March 17, 2025

Ep 247: Interview w/Sean Nichols Lynch, Chad Westbrook Hinds & John L…

Former Happy Horror Time guest, Sean Nichols Lynch, is back to discuss his new found footage horror film that involves madness, mayhem, and mummification! And this time he’s joined by his two Co-Writers, Chad Westbrook Hinds and John Laird, who also...

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March 10, 2025

Ep 246: Interview w/Robbi Morgan from “Friday the 13th” (1980)

As perky camp counselor Annie, Robbi Morgan made history as the first present-day victim of Mrs. Voorhees… although she never even made it to Camp Crystal Lake to cook for all those kids, err children! 🐐 Tune in to hear all about playing this iconic...

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March 3, 2025

Ep 245: This Sh*t is Bananas!

Osgood Perkins is back with another horror film, this time based on Stephen King’s short story from the ‘80s and with a much different tone than last year’s “Longlegs.” Tune in to hear us break down “The Monkey” — from all those insane deaths, to all...

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Feb. 24, 2025

Ep 244: Interview w/Kim Myers from “ANOES 2: Freddy’s Revenge”

Kim Myers turned the tables on both Freddy Krueger AND the typical gender roles of ‘80s horror when she rescued her boyfriend at the end of “A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge.” Tune in to hear all about making the first sequel in this...

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Feb. 17, 2025

Ep 243: Meet Cute, Kill Cute

Have you ever been watching a romantic comedy and thought to yourself – you know what this film needs? A masked killer! That’s the thinking behind “Heart Eyes,” which takes the typical rom-com formula and adds a body count. Tune in to hear us break...

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Feb. 10, 2025

Ep 242: “Companion” w/Our New Companion (w/HHT’s new Co-Producer, Par…

Happy Horror Time has a new team member! And to formally introduce our new companion to the world, we invited her to discuss “Companion” with us. Tune in as we break down this sci-fi thriller with our new Co-Producer, Paris Mantz — from how it stands...

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Feb. 3, 2025

Ep 241: Interview w/Mary Beth McAndrews, Director of “Bystanders”

As Editor-in-Chief of Dread Central & Co-Host of the Scarred for Life podcast, Mary Beth McAndrews had already made a name for herself in horror before directing her first film — the new indie revenge thriller, “Bystanders” (currently available on...

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Jan. 27, 2025

Ep 240: More Wolf, Man!

As one of the Universal Monsters, the Wolf Man has been portrayed in multiple films over the last 80 years. But none have starred the incredible Julia Garner! 💅 Tune in to hear us break down "Wolf Man" — from its pacing and visuals, to what we wished...

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Jan. 20, 2025

Ep 239: Interview w/Brooke Bundy from “ANOES 3 & 4”

Horror fans learned what “ándale” meant after watching Brooke Bundy say it to her daughter, Kristen, as Elaine Parker in both “A Nightmare on Elm Street” 3 & 4. But, to be fair, they went over this in therapy! 😂 Tune in to hear all about appearing...

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Jan. 13, 2025

Ep 238: Interview w/Tiffany Helm from “F13 Pt V: A New Beginning”

As Violet, the punk rock teen with the streaked hair in “Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning,” Tiffany Helm literally dances her way to her demise. Tune in to hear all about making this “Jason-less” sequel, the original plan for Violet’s death and...

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Jan. 6, 2025

Ep 237: Stache-ula

The story of Dracula/Nosferatu is a tale as old as time, and its vampire villain has been interpreted in many different ways throughout 100+ years of existence. Tune in as we sink our teeth into 2024’s “Nosferatu” — from its dreary atmosphere and...

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Dec. 30, 2024

Ep 236: Interview w/Sean Clark — YouTuber, Podcaster, and Talent Agent

From hosting Horror’s Hallowed Grounds on YouTube, to co-hosting The Thing With Two Heads podcast, to representing some of the biggest names in horror through his company, Convention All Stars LLC, Sean Clark pretty much does it all when it comes to...

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Dec. 23, 2024

Ep 235: There Goes That White Van Again!

You’ve probably been told to avoid creepy men in vans since you were a kid. And these warnings were especially prevalent in the ‘70s, when “The Man in the White Van” takes place. Tune in to hear us break down this thriller — from the scenes that were...

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Dec. 16, 2024

Ep 234: Chillax, It’s Just Y2K!

Y2K was one of those memorable events for people in our age group (under 30, of course 🤣). But what if it really had triggered an apocalyptic takeover by our CD-ROMs and dial-up modems? That’s what “Y2K” explores in a very comedic yet gory fashion....

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Dec. 13, 2024

F13 Ep: HHT, Party of 3 (joined by our Producer, Jacob Randall)

We couldn’t let a Friday the 13th go by without releasing a special episode, could we? And this time the gang’s all here, as we’re joined by Happy Horror Time’s Producer and the 3rd member of our team — Jacob Randall — to discuss “Friday the 13th Part...

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Dec. 9, 2024

Ep 233: Interview w/Chris Nash, Writer/Director of “In a Violent Natu…

With its grisly kills and unique approach, “In a Violent Nature” quickly became one of the most talked about horror films of 2024. Tune in to hear what inspired Writer/Director, Chris Nash, to tell the story from the POV of the killer, his initial...

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Dec. 2, 2024

Ep 232: Interview w/Thommy Hutson & Mike Perez, Director/Co-Writer/Pr…

Released on Shudder last month, “Doc of Chucky” takes an extensive look at the Child’s Play film franchise, featuring interviews with cast and crew members from all 7 movies. Tune in to hear from Director/Co-Writer/Producer, Thommy Hutson, and...

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Nov. 25, 2024

Ep 231: Drive Us Outta Here

It’s a storyline we know all too well — a couple on their way home takes a shortcut that leads them to trouble. But “Drive Back” adds a supernatural element to that all-too-familiar plot. Tune in to hear us break down all the twists and turns of this...

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Nov. 18, 2024

Ep 230: 2 Girls, 1 Grant

Two sweet little missionary girls knock on Hugh Grant’s door to tell him more about the Church of Latter Day Saints… what could go wrong? Well, a lot, and it all starts with BLUEBERRY PIE! Tune in to hear us break down “Heretic” — from the impressive...

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Nov. 11, 2024

Ep 229: Interview w/Joe Bandelli & Duane Cooper, Writer/Director/Prod…

As horror lovers, we’re quite familiar with the cliches surrounding a cabin in the woods film… and the new horror comedy, “Another Cabin in the Woods Movie,” pokes fun at all those familiar tropes. Tune in to hear from Writer/Director/Producer, Joe...

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Nov. 4, 2024

Ep 228: Interview w/Dave McRae & Bruce Dale, Co-Writers/Directors/Pro…

A few years ago, Dave McRae and Bruce Dale released “It’s Me, Billy” — an impressive fan film which serves as an unofficial sequel to “Black Christmas” (1974). And just last month, they released “It’s Me, Billy Chapter 2,” bringing back the character...

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Oct. 28, 2024

Ep 227: Stop Smiling at Us!

That creepy-a$$ smile is back in a sequel to the supernatural flick that made an ear-to-ear grin something to fear. Tune in to hear us break down “Smile 2” — from how it connected and compared to the original film, to our thoughts on what was reality...

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Oct. 21, 2024

Ep 226: The More Gore, The Merrier

The “Terrifier” franchise has done wonders for indie horror, proving that an unrated flick starring a sadistic clown can be successful in theaters. Tune in to hear us break down “Terrifier 3” — from the inventive kills the series has become known for,...

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