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Welcome to The Fear Review — the horror podcast where a lifelong genre addict (William) somehow convinced his wife Amy to watch every scary movie, not “just a few.” Each week we dive into new theatrical releases and horror classics with two very different perspectives: one of us is quoting Clive Barker, the other is questioning why any couple willingly watches possession movies before bed. If you love scary movies, sarcastic marriage banter, or just want to relive the trauma of the films that scarred you (IT, Candyman, The Conjuring), you’re in the right place. 🎙️ New episodes weekly 📍 Available on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and more 📩 Contact: contact@thefearreview.com Around here, The Fear is Family.

  1. Scream 7 (2026) Review | We Guessed the Killer… And It Still Worked

    23H AGO

    Scream 7 (2026) Review | We Guessed the Killer… And It Still Worked

    Nearly 30 years after the original, Ghostface is operating in the age of AI — and we went into Scream 7 wondering if the franchise still had anything left to say. Here’s the twist: We guessed part of the killer halfway through… and somehow it still worked. In this episode of The Fear Review, we break down: Whether Scream 7 still feels like a true Scream movie How the brutality compares to the original and the recent sequels Ghostface in the age of AI The killer mystery and why part of it felt predictable The motivation — and why the ending felt “muddy as mud” And why we still landed at Full Price Spoilers are clearly marked during the episode. Around here, The Fear is Family.

    14 min
  2. Scream (1996) Review | Overrated or Masterpiece?

    2D AGO

    Scream (1996) Review | Overrated or Masterpiece?

    Neve Campbell returns as Sidney Prescott and Kevin Williamson is directing Scream 7 — so before the new film hits theaters, we went back to where it all started. Scream (1996) wasn’t just another slasher. It felt like a cultural reset. We remember the Blockbuster era. We remember the rules. We remember everyone debating who the killer was. But nearly 30 years later, does it still hit the same way? In this episode, we discuss: • Why Scream felt like an event in 1996 • How it made horror fans feel seen • The cultural moment surrounding its release • The twist structure that reshaped modern slashers • Why the opening still shocks decades later • And whether it deserves respect… or something more Plus, Amy shares the story of why her mom watched the entire movie under a blanket — which might say more about Scream’s impact than any box office number. Then we reveal our final ratings using The Fear Review scale: Buyer Full Price Matinee Renter Streamer Don’t Bother Around here, The Fear is Family. If you enjoy the episode, follow the show and leave a review — it helps us keep covering the horror movies you love.

    13 min
  3. Psycho Killer (2026) Review | Is This Even Horror?

    FEB 20

    Psycho Killer (2026) Review | Is This Even Horror?

    Is Psycho Killer (2026) actually a horror movie… or just a crime thriller with a satanic edge? We went into this one with very different expectations. Amy didn’t even want to see it. William was cautiously optimistic because of the writer behind Seven. And somehow, we walked out debating whether this belongs in the horror genre at all. In this episode, we break down: • The tonal mismatch between script and visuals • Why the film never feels urgent • The killer’s design and voice • The hammer sequence and final act • And whether serial killer procedurals qualify as horror We give our final verdict using The Fear Review rating scale: Buyer | Full Price | Matinee | Renter | Streamer | Don’t Bother Let us know your rating. Around here, The Fear is Family. #couplegoals #marriedlife #thefearisfamily #TheFearReview

    14 min
  4. Friday the 13th (1980) | No Jason. No Mask. No Joke.

    FEB 19

    Friday the 13th (1980) | No Jason. No Mask. No Joke.

    Jason isn’t the killer in Friday the 13th (1980). No hockey mask. No machete. No version of the movie most people think they remember. In this episode, we revisit the original film that launched one of horror’s most iconic franchises and break down why it feels more like a mystery thriller than the slasher legend it became. We discuss: • Why this isn’t actually a “Jason movie” • How the score creates tension differently than Halloween • Tom Savini’s practical effects • The infamous “hairy hands” moment • And whether the original still holds up today We start spoiler-free, then clearly warn before diving into the ending and legacy. 🎟️ Our Ratings: Buyer / Full Price / Matinee / Renter / Streamer / Don’t Bother Around here, The Fear is Family.

    13 min
  5. Cold Storage (2026) Review | Worth the Drive?

    FEB 13

    Cold Storage (2026) Review | Worth the Drive?

    We almost skipped Cold Storage… and the exploding eyes, green fungus, and that elevator deer completely changed our minds. Starring Liam Neeson and written by Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp, this sci-fi horror creature feature turned out to be one of the strangest theatrical surprises of the year. After a long workday and an hour drive to the theater, the real question was simple: Was it actually worth it? In this episode, William and Amy break down: • Spoiler-free reactions • The now-infamous elevator deer scene • The exploding eye moment • The “too ooey-gooey” debate • Creature design and green gore • Final ratings using The Fear Review scale ⚠️ We clearly announce before moving into full spoilers. 🎟️ The Fear Review Rating Scale: Buyer / Full Price / Matinee / Renter / Streamer / Don’t Bother Around here, The Fear is Family.

    11 min
  6. New Fears Eve Review (2025) | The Bloodiest Movie We’ve Ever Covered?

    FEB 12

    New Fears Eve Review (2025) | The Bloodiest Movie We’ve Ever Covered?

    Is New Fears Eve actually the bloodiest movie we’ve ever covered? William and Amy dive into this indie holiday slasher from Cineverse and Bloody Disgusting, now streaming on SCREAMBOX. What starts as an over-the-top gore fest quickly turns into a debate about where the line is between extreme and excessive. Amy had moments where she was genuinely clutching her pearls. William admired the commitment to practical effects. Somewhere between glowing red eyes, crude humor, and some wildly creative kills, this one walks a very specific tightrope. We break down: • Whether the gore enhances or overwhelms • The Plague Doctor-style killer design • The horror-comedy tone and who it actually works for • And who this movie is really made for ⚠️ Spoiler warning: We clearly announce when spoilers begin during the episode. If you enjoy indie slashers, practical effects, and horror that doesn’t hold back, this one might be for you. If your tolerance for gore has limits… consider this your warning. Around here, The Fear is Family.

    11 min
  7. The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026) Review | Why Is the Killer More Likable Than the Hero?

    FEB 6

    The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026) Review | Why Is the Killer More Likable Than the Hero?

    In this episode of The Fear Review, William and Amy break down The Strangers: Chapter 3, the final entry in Renny Harlin’s trilogy — and the one that sparked the biggest debate between us. After revisiting The Strangers (2008), the contrast is impossible to ignore. The original relies on slow dread, eerie background tension, and mood. Chapter 3 takes the characters and lore of that film and pushes them through a modern horror lens — louder jump scares, bloodier kills, and faster Strangers. Things get complicated when we start talking about the psychological arc at the center of the trilogy… including whether it’s messed up to sympathize with the killer, and why the main character might be the worst driver in horror history. 🎬 In this episode, we discuss: Why this worked better for us than Chapter 2 Modern horror vs. mood horror The killer-sympathy debate (yes, really) Sound design, soundtrack, and theater experience Whether the trilogy earns its ending ⚠️ Spoiler WARNING: We give a clear verbal warning before diving into full spoilers. Around here, The Fear is Family.   🎥 Full video episode: https://episodes.thefearreview.com 🎧 Follow the show: Spotify: https://spotify.thefearreview.com Apple Podcasts: https://apple.thefearreview.com Amazon Music: https://amazon.thefearreview.com

    12 min
  8. The Strangers (2008) Review — Dread Done Right

    FEB 6

    The Strangers (2008) Review — Dread Done Right

    In this episode of The Fear Review, William and Amy revisit The Strangers (2008) — a home-invasion horror movie that doesn’t rely on constant jump scares, but instead slowly weaponizes silence, patience, and background movement. We talk about why The Strangers still works so well years later, how the killers’ design and behavior create unease, and why the movie’s slow-burn approach divides horror fans. From unsettling wide shots to characters making choices that make you talk back to the screen, this is a movie that messes with you long after it ends. We break down what makes the tension effective, why the dread feels earned, and whether this style of horror still holds up today. ⚠️ Spoiler warning is clearly announced before the spoiler discussion. 🎙️ The Fear Review is a weekly horror movie podcast from two perspectives — lifelong horror fan vs. casual viewer — because around here, the fear is family. 🔗 Podcast Links Spotify: https://spotify.thefearreview.com Apple Podcasts: https://apple.thefearreview.com Amazon Music: https://amazon.thefearreview.com

    13 min
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Welcome to The Fear Review — the horror podcast where a lifelong genre addict (William) somehow convinced his wife Amy to watch every scary movie, not “just a few.” Each week we dive into new theatrical releases and horror classics with two very different perspectives: one of us is quoting Clive Barker, the other is questioning why any couple willingly watches possession movies before bed. If you love scary movies, sarcastic marriage banter, or just want to relive the trauma of the films that scarred you (IT, Candyman, The Conjuring), you’re in the right place. 🎙️ New episodes weekly 📍 Available on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and more 📩 Contact: contact@thefearreview.com Around here, The Fear is Family.

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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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