212 episodes

Happy Horror Time is hosted by Tim Murdock & Matt Emert – two off-the-wall gay guys who LOVE scary movies! We discuss new horror films (spoiling everything along the way) and interview horror stars & insiders. We're unpolished, unscripted, and a ton of fun!

Happy Horror Time Tim Murdock & Matt Emert

    • TV & Film
    • 4.9 • 80 Ratings

Happy Horror Time is hosted by Tim Murdock & Matt Emert – two off-the-wall gay guys who LOVE scary movies! We discuss new horror films (spoiling everything along the way) and interview horror stars & insiders. We're unpolished, unscripted, and a ton of fun!

    Ep 204: Interview w/Christopher Bradley from “The Initiation,” “Waxwork,” and more

    Ep 204: Interview w/Christopher Bradley from “The Initiation,” “Waxwork,” and more

    Christopher Bradley has an extensive résumé in horror, and a knack for being murdered on-screen. Tune in to hear all about making 80s horror movies like “The Initiation,” “The Wraith,” “Waxwork,” and “Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat,” the various co-stars he enjoyed working with on these films, and the emotional story behind his decision to come out early in his career.

    • 1 hr 15 min
    Ep 203: Killer Cards & Reading Stars (w/Liana Bassior, host of AstroLyrical podcast)

    Ep 203: Killer Cards & Reading Stars (w/Liana Bassior, host of AstroLyrical podcast)

    There haven’t been many horror films related to astrology over the years, so when we heard about “Tarot,” we knew it was the perfect opportunity to collaborate with our good friend, Liana Bassior, who hosts the AstroLyrical podcast. Tune in to hear us break down every tarot-based apparition and astrological claim in this supernatural horror flick, and stick around after the review to hear Liana read our charts!

    • 1 hr 33 min
    Ep 202: Interview w/Lesleh Donaldson from “Curtains,” “Happy Birthday to Me,” and more

    Ep 202: Interview w/Lesleh Donaldson from “Curtains,” “Happy Birthday to Me,” and more

    From her iconic ice-skating scene in “Curtains,” to being the first of the Crawford Top 10 targeted in “Happy Birthday to Me,” Lesleh Donaldson had many memorable roles in 80s horror films. Tune in to hear all about making these slashers along with her other horror films like “Funeral Home” and “Deadly Eyes,” what happened the day she was supposed to do her big ice-skating routine, and the homicidal character she played in an episode of “Friday the 13th: The Series.”

    • 1 hr 9 min
    Ep 201: Bite-Sized Bloodsucker

    Ep 201: Bite-Sized Bloodsucker

    Radio Silence, the team that brought us “Ready or Not,” “Scream” (2022), and “Scream VI,” is back with a new twist on the familiar vampire tale… but with a 12-year-old ballerina as the fanged foe. Tune in to hear us break down “Abigail” — from the standout performances to all those explosive surprises, and most importantly, how bloody good of a time we had with it.

    • 57 min
    Ep 200: Listeners’ Choice – “Scream” (1996)

    Ep 200: Listeners’ Choice – “Scream” (1996)

    For this very special episode, we asked listeners to vote on what film to discuss, and the clear winner was the original “Scream” (1996). Tune in as we celebrate #200 and break down every facet of this masterful ‘90s slasher — that iconic opening scene, all the characters and catchphrases we love, the lines we got wrong, the kills, the thrills, and the effect this legendary film had on both of our lives.

    • 1 hr 31 min
    Ep 199: Interview w/Bridget Rose Perrotta & Destiny Brown from “Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor”

    Ep 199: Interview w/Bridget Rose Perrotta & Destiny Brown from “Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor”

    The fourth entry in the “Hell House LLC” series introduced viewers to a creepy new setting and a fresh new cast, including co-leads Bridget Rose Perrotta (Margot) and Destiny Brown (Rebecca). Tune in to hear how both stars prepared for their roles in this 2023 found footage film, the spooky occurrences that took place during production, and how being part of such a popular horror franchise has affected their lives.

    • 59 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
80 Ratings

80 Ratings

Joshua B Anderson ,

The Horror Love!!!

I love, love, love the energy that is brought to the table with every episode. Tim and Matt have such love for horror, and it is felt in every moment. From interviews with beloved horror cast and crew from classics to their reviews of recent films, there’s truly never a dull second.

CaptainChaz ,

Tim is annoying

Like the show. Wish Tim would stop interrupting constantly. Matt is the true star here.

Jon08C ,

The Best

The chemistry between the two hosts is everything. Their style of banter while intelligently discussing horror movies is what elevates this horror podcast to being the best currently out there.

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