Episode 147: 10 Must-See Creature Features

October has arrived, and so has our annual Love Letter to Fall tradition - tune in for Love Letter to Fall Part VII! The Horror Dads are joined by their good friend Justin Carolyne and use this year's episode to outline the ideal October weekend. The group maps out a full Friday-to-Sunday itinerary complete with a trio of seasonal horror film picks (9-total films) along with cocktail pairings, music to set the mood, and all things Fall.

Head back to school, Horror Dads style. John and Jamie,welcome Mike and Matty from the Alone in the Dark Podcast to count down ten memorable horror movies set in high school. Each podcast brings five picks, spanning different kinds of horror films and school settings. Tune in as they explore the campuses, characters, and stories that make high school such a memorable setting for horror.

Tune in as the Horror Dads discuss 10 Essential Hotel Horror Films, exploring unsettling guests, isolated settings, and sometime secrets that transform these destinations into the perfect backdrops for terror.John and Jamie spotlight a diverse collection of films that proves a night away from home can quickly become a nightmare.

Tune in as the Horror Dads explore 10 essential Creature Features, celebrating the monsters, practical effects, and unforgettable stories that have shaped the subgenre. From classic creations to modern nightmares, John and Jamie spotlight a well-rounded collection of films that showcases the range, influence, and enduring appeal of creature-driven horror.

The Horror Dads step onto the field for a look at 10 sports-related horror films currently available to stream. John and Jamie explore movies built around competition, obsession, team dynamics and the darker side of athletic ambition, covering everything from familiar favorites to lesser-known discoveries.Whether the action takes place on the field, in the ring or far beyond the sidelines, these films prove that sports and horror make a surprisingly effective combination.

The Horror Dads return to explore one of horror’s most unsettling subgenres: psychological horror. In Episode 145, John and Jamie count down 10 psychologicalhorror films that prove the most terrifying monsters often live inside our own minds. Some of these films are heavy, so themes include paranoia, obsession, fractured realities and unreliable perspectives.Whether you're a longtime horror fan or looking for your next disturbing watch, this episode is packed with some less-known recommendations and discussion.

The Horror Dads return with a seasonal twist as John andJamie dive into one of their favorite setups in horror: the ill-fated getaway.In Episode 144, they count down their Top 10 Spring Break horror films, exploring a variety of sun-soaked settings and reckless decisions. From tropical escapes and beachside parties to remote cabins and backpacking trips gone wrong, John and Jamie highlight the films that capture the spirit of Spring Break.Think twice before you book your next vacation!

The Horror Dads return with a wickedly fun deep dive into one of horror’s most bizarre and enduring franchises, ranking every film in the Leprechaun series from top to bottom. In Episode 143, John and Jamie revisit the pint-sized menaceacross his wild cinematic journey.  The Horror Dads range from the eerie beginnings to the increasingly outrageous sequels, debating what works, what doesn’t, and which entries stand tallest in the franchise. Equal parts nostalgic and irreverent, this episode is a loveletter to one of horror’s strangest icons.

The Horror Dads welcome back one of their absolute favoritereturning guests and longtime friend of the show, acclaimed horror artist Gary Pullin. Gary is better known in the genre world as Ghoulish Gary, and he joins John and Jamie for a killer deep dive into one of horror’s most enduringand twisty subgenres: the horror whodunit.In Episode 142, John and Jamie team up with Gary tospotlight nine horror films that keep audiences guessing, gasping, and constantly looking over their shoulder. We talked masked slashers, the whydunit, and the importance of a well-placed Red Herring.  As always, Gary brings his deep genre knowledge, artisticinsight, and infectious passion for horror history, making this episode equal parts thoughtful analysis and fan-fueled fun.

The Horror Dads return with a chilling and surprisingly relatable theme in Episode 141: 10 of the Most Toxic Relationships in Horror Films. From manipulative partners and obsessive lovers to couples whose dynamics spiral into chaos, John and Jamie explore how dysfunctional relationships often sit at the very heart of the genre’s most unforgettable stories.Join the Horror Dads as they each bring five films to thetable, breaking down the couples at the center of the madness, why their relationships are so deeply unhealthy, and how those toxic dynamics drive the tension, tragedy, and terror on screen.