Happy Halloween!!! Today we finally tackle Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers, a movie that boldly ignores how Michael survives a one year coma in that cabin. Join us as we unpack psychic nieces, questionable cops, and a mask that keeps changing. It’s the slasher sequel nobody asked for, but everyone has feelings about. Grab your William Shatner mask, your bloody kitchen knife, and your suspension of disbelief revenge has never been this confusing.

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Well we finally did it, we finished the Hellraiser franchise. Today we breakdown Hellraiser: Judgment , the tenth entry in the iconic horror franchise. We discuss the film's grimy aesthetic, new take on the Cenobites, and the 2nd controversial recasting of Pinhead. Is this a worthy continuation or a missed opportunity? We also rank all of the Hellraiser films, so tune in to see if our list match yours!

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So close to the end, yet so far away from the good Hellraiser  films. Today we diving into Hellraiser: Revelations the notorious ninth entry in the Hellraiser franchise. Rushed into production and missing Doug Bradley as Pinhead, this installment is often cited as the series' low point. We unpack the troubled backstory, the budget constraints, and why this film was made at all. Is there any redemption to be found here? Tune in as we explore the puzzle box that probably should've stayed closed.

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Moving right along with Hell-o-ween, today, we log into Hellraiser: Hellworld (2005), the franchise’s meta dive into online horror and gamer culture. When a group of friends attend a mysterious Hellraiser-themed party, the line between virtual thrills and real terror disappears. Is this a fresh spin on the mythos or a game best left unplayed? Press start and join us.

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Our first Disney Channel original movie! Today we are revisiting the 1998 Disney Channel classic Halloweentown! Join us as we unpack the 90's kid nostalgic over load, explore its deep subtextual themes and question if Kalibar is the true villian of this film. Grab your gosh darn broomstick y'all, it’s time to head back to where every day is freakin' Halloween!

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As we continue to stumble through Hell-o-ween,today we examine Hellraiser: Deader (2005), a grim dive into cults, addiction, and the blurred line between life and death. As a jaded journalist investigates a mysterious underground group, she’s drawn into a world where pain, resurrection, and the Lament Configuration collide. Does this entry breathe new life into the series—or leave it lifeless? Let’s find out.

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As we continue Hell-o-ween, today we are unraveling Hellraiser: Hellseeker (2002), where the return of Kirsty Cotton takes a dark and unexpected turn. We explore themes of memory, guilt, and illusion as a grieving husband’s reality fractures around him. Is this a clever psychological puzzle or a lost soul in the franchise? Open the box and join us on the journey.

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Day 4 of Hell-o-Ween, we are journeying into the psychological horror of Hellraiser: Inferno (2000), a noir-inspired departure from the series' formula. We unpack the descent of a corrupt detective haunted by guilt, illusions, and the ever-watchful Pinhead. Is this a hidden gem or just another puzzle piece gone wrong? Step inside the maze and decide for yourself.

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Day 3 of Wheel of Horror Hell-o-ween and today we are dissect Hellraiser IV: Bloodline (1996), the ambitious installment that spans centuries, from 18th-century France to a space station in the future. We dive into the Lemarchand legacy, Pinhead’s evolving philosophy, and the film’s troubled production. Is this time-hopping tale a bold experiment or the series’ breaking point? Let’s open the box and find out.

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Continuing Hell-o-ween, today we are exploring Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth (1992), where Pinhead breaks free and brings chaos to the mortal world. We discuss the shift from psychological horror to action-heavy spectacle, the film’s take on war, identity, and temptation, and whether this sequel still holds the soul of Clive Barker’s original vision.

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Welcome to Wheel of Horror Hell-o-ween, Alec & Joe Testa are going to discuss Hellraiser 2-10 from now until Halloween. Starting today we are diving into Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988), the chilling sequel that expands Clive Barker's nightmarish universe. We explore the film’s deeper mythology, the evolution of the Cenobites, and how trauma and obsession drive the story. Join us as we unravel the horrors of Leviathan and the twisted beauty of hell itself.

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Today we have the honor of talking with David A. Weiner, the director, writer, & producer of the definitive 80's & 90's horror documentaries "In Search of Darkness". We talk about his process of getting a project of this scale in order, the incredible amounts of interviews with casts, crew, & fans, the variety of horror movies he covers in his films, and his upcoming documentary 1995-1999 The Definitive '90s Horror Documentaries. Don't miss this episode and don't forget to grab your copy of the documentary at 90shorrordoc.com.

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Happy Spooky Season! Today we are finally venturing back into the Black Hills Forest with Blair Witch (2016), the modern sequel to the 1999 horror classic that haunted the dreams of many 90's kids. We unpack the film’s updated found-footage style, explore its connections to the original, and debate whether the scares still hold up. Is this a worthy successor or should this witch just stayed lost in her creepy cabin in the woods? Tune in and find out. 

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In this episode, we dive into Final Destination: Bloodlines, the chilling new chapter in the iconic horror franchise. We break down the twisted and wild plot, explore how it ties into the series' deadly legacy, and discuss whether the fresh cast and twisted death sequences live up to the originals. Is fate still unavoidable? Tune in as we dissect every shocking moment.

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New Wheel time!!!! Today we sink our teeth into Dracula: Dead and Loving It, the Mel Brooks spoof that proves even vampires aren't safe from dad jokes. Expect blood, stakes, and more slapstick than you can handle. Is it a cult classic or just undead on arrival? Tune in, and someone pelase bring some freakin' garlic.

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It's our 5 year anniversary!!!! Join hosts Alec Lawless and Erik Mazurick as they crack open the crypt and celebrate Wheel of Horror’s 5th anniversary! In this special episode, we’re spinning back through the blood-soaked archives — revisiting our favorite films, wildest episodes, and discussing the future of the podcast. Whether you’ve been with us since Episode 1 or you just stumbled into our haunted house of horror chats, THANK YOU to all of our listeners and guests for listening, screaming, and spinning with us. Here’s to 5 years of horror — and many more spins to come.

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This week, we dive headfirst into The Exorcist III, the sequel nobody asked for but somehow is actually good? Join us as we talk demon grandmas, notorious hallway jump scares, and George C. Scott losing his mind. Is it horror? Is it noir? Is it an exorcism movie? Tune in for crab-walking corpses, existential dread, and one hell of a hospital shift. Enjoy!

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Today Alec, Erik, and Returning guest Dom Berger dive clown-first into the original IT mini-series from 1990, where Tim Curry’s Pennywise out-acts everyone, the child trauma is deep, and Bill's ponytail steals the show. Float with us through haunted storm drains, psychic turtle lore, and a group of friends who defeat evil with the power of friendship and extremely awkward hugs. Beep Beep Richie!

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How have we never covered this!!! This week, we plug into Amityville 4: The Evil Escapes—a made-for-TV horror masterpiece where the murderous spirit of 112 Ocean Avenue gets trapped in a haunted... lamp. Yes, a freaking lamp. Join us as we flip the switch on demonically possessed home décor, clueless priests, and a family that really should’ve never moved in with grandma. Evil never dies—it just changes bulbs.

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This week, we dive fang-first into Lost Boys 2: The Tribe—the sequel nobody asked for and Corey Feldman bravely endured. Join us as we unpack vampire surfers, plot holes you could drive a dirt bike through, and why moving into your Aunt’s house apparently comes with a town full bloodsucking surfer bros. It's like the original Lost Boys, but with 73% more abs and 100% less subtlety.

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