This week on Opening Kill, things get a little groovy… and a little snotty. Michael is down for the count with a brutal cold, so Shay steps into the cohost chair and takes us back to the creepy cabin in the woods where it all began — Sam Raimi’s 1981 horror classic The Evil Dead.

Armed with Book of the Dead trivia, behind-the-scenes chaos, and a healthy appreciation for Bruce Campbell’s exaggerated screaming, we break down why The Evil Dead is one of the most influential indie horror films of all time. From the stop-motion nightmare finale to Raimi’s wild DIY camerawork, this episode dives into how a group of friends with almost no budget accidentally created one of the most iconic horror franchises ever.

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Season 2 Premiere
Episode 35: The Houses October Built (2014)

Season 2 is officially HERE — and we're kicking things off by diving headfirst into haunted hayrides, killer clowns, and extreme haunt horror! This week we're talking The Houses October Built (2014), a documentary-style found footage thrill ride that asks a terrifying question: how far would you go for a real scare?

We follow a group of friends on a road trip across America in search of the most intense underground haunted attractions. But what starts as a fun Halloween adventure turns dark fast when they cross paths with a mysterious group known only as Blue Skeleton.
Fake blood and jump scares quickly turn into stalking, paranoia, and a terrifying fight to survive. Is it all part of the show—or something much darker?

In this episode, we break down:

• The charm and chaos of found footage horror

• Road trip horror done right

• Why this movie hits extra hard for haunt lovers

• The creeping dread of not knowing who you can trust

• And yes—THAT ending

PLUS: BIG NEWS!
This season we're bringing video episodes to YouTube! So if you want to see our terrified faces while we talk about possessed hayride drivers and backwoods clowns… hit that subscribe button and join the horror family!
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Grab your pumpkin spice, lock your RV doors, and let's kick off Season 2 the spooky way.
Listen now—if you dare.

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Thanks for staying hooked through Season 1 with us — what a killer ride! We're closing things out with the 2025 reboot of I Know What You Did Last Summer. In this season finale, we dive into everything from the film's plot twists and fresh kills to the new cast of characters and how this version stacks up against the original.This is one, where the team didn't see eye to eye, so this is a lively and long discussion. Thank you for joining us for Season 1 — and get ready, because Season 2 is coming back bigger, bloodier, and better than ever.

Enjoy the show — and remember… we know what you did last summer.

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In this episode of Opening Kill, we sink our fangs into Joel Schumacher's cult classic The Lost Boys. We kick things off with our usual plot breakdown — teenage rebellion, vampire biker gangs, and Santa Carla's finest mullets. Then, we get into the gnarly details of the film's iconic kills and makeup effects (yes, those glowing contacts were just as painful as they looked).

We also shine a UV light on the behind-the-scenes chaos and cool facts: the original script's Goonies-style vibe, and the way this film helped redefine vampires for the MTV generation. Whether you're here for the blood, the brotherhood, or the Echo & the Bunnymen soundtrack, this episode is pure 80s horror gold.

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In this thrilling episode of Opening Kill, we dive deep into the 1997 teen slasher classic I Know What You Did Last Summer! We're joined by the brilliant Stephanie Rose, author of Hiding Lies and the upcoming Small Town Slasher. Together, we break down the plot, explore all the juicy twists and turns, and revisit those unforgettable moments that made this film a staple of '90s horror.

From slickers to secrets, we're asking the big question: does the film's iconic opening kill deserve the coveted Butcher Knife or the dreaded Butter Knife ? Tune in for laughs, thrills, and some killer insights.

Check out Stephanie Rose online, https://stephanierosewriter.com/ and pre order her upcoming books!

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In this episode of Opening Kill, we're diving deep into one of the most iconic horror thrillers of all time — Jaws (1975). We break down the plot, explore the film's massive cultural impact, and, of course, spotlight one of the most legendary opening kills in cinematic history: Chrissie's midnight swim. From the haunting score to Spielberg's masterful suspense, we analyze how this seemingly simple beach attack changed horror — and summer — forever. Grab your floaties, because once you hear this, you may never go back in the water again.

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In this episode of Opening Kill, Michael is back in the co-pilot seat as we dissect the highly anticipated return to deep space horror in Alien: Romulus. We're diving headfirst into the film's intense practical effects, stripped-down story, and—of course—the brutal, blood-slicked kills that harken back to the franchise's terrifying roots.

Is Romulus a worthy successor to Alien and Aliens, or just another entry lost in the void? Grab your flamethrower and join us as we break it all down—acid blood, chestbursters, and all.

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In this episode of Opening Kill, Brian and Shay break down The Cabin in the Woods, the meta-horror film that flips every classic slasher trope on its head. They talk about the five archetypal teens lured to a remote cabin, the shadowy organization manipulating their fate, and the ancient gods demanding blood to keep the world from ending. From zombie redneck torture families to elevator-released monster chaos, the hosts cover the best kills, wildest creatures, and why Marty might be the ultimate horror hero.

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